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When does a mistake become legal malpractice?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jun 11, 2021 | Legal Malpractice

In New York, you expect your legal case to get the attention it deserves from your lawyer, you trust this professional to avoid costly mistakes. That is the general case, but your lawyer makes a mistake, you may be able to sue for legal malpractice. When do legal...

When might a conflict of interest constitute legal malpractice?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jun 7, 2021 | Legal Malpractice

When you hire an attorney to represent you in New York, you may have certain expectations as far as this party’s performance. Your lawyer owes you a particular duty of care in exchange for taking on your case. Part of that duty of care involves staying loyal to you...

Forgetting the statute of limitations can be legal malpractice

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | May 26, 2021 | Legal Malpractice

The legal system is incredibly complex and uses its own jargon, which many people find confusing. The average person will struggle to handle any legal matter on their own, which is why they hire lawyers. An attorney understands how to interpret the law and also how...

“Overwork” the leading cause of legal malpractice suits

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | May 25, 2021 | Legal Malpractice

Hiring a New York attorney to represent you involves a significant investment. When you hire a lawyer, you expect this person to prioritize your case, work it diligently and otherwise give you your strongest shot at a successful outcome. When your lawyer drops the...

How should your attorney treat you?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | May 18, 2021 | Legal Malpractice

Finding out that your case cannot proceed because something went awry can leave you feeling uncertain about the future. When you know the type of treatment to expect from a legal professional, you can more easily identify malpractice. Your attorney should advocate for...

When does an attorney error justify a malpractice suit?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | May 12, 2021 | Legal Malpractice

When you hire a New York attorney to represent you, you may count on this individual to prioritize your needs, advocate for your interests and otherwise give you your strongest shot at success in your case. Lawyers, like all professionals, are not immune to making...

What are the most common types of legal malpractice?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | May 10, 2021 | Legal Malpractice

When you partner with an attorney, you rely on his or her knowledge, punctuality and determination to your case. While attorneys are human and make mistakes, those mistakes may have dire consequences when it comes to representing people in the judicial process. If...

Elements necessary for a legal malpractice claim

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | May 6, 2021 | Legal Malpractice

If you needed help with a car crash claim, addressing a doctor’s negligence or tax planning, the chances are good that you hired a lawyer. Unfortunately, your case didn’t turn out as you hoped. Although everyone, even New York attorneys, make mistakes, sometimes the...

You may have a case if your lawyer lies to you

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | May 4, 2021 | Legal Malpractice

What do you do if your lawyer lies to you? Residents of New York City and the five boroughs will want to know more about what to do if a legal professional fails to uphold their duty. Issues might include lack of communication as well as dishonesty. Your lawyer's...

When is a contract issue that hurts a business legal malpractice?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Apr 23, 2021 | Legal Malpractice

The contracts that you sign can put you in a position of legal obligation to others. They also dictate the obligations of others to you. Whether you sign a contract with your fiance before you get married to protect you if you divorce or you draft a contract to...

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