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Negligence is a key factor in legal malpractice cases 

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Oct 15, 2024 | Legal Malpractice

Being an attorney is one of the most respected professions. Attorneys carry out very important duties for their clients. For example, they may defend a client from wrongful criminal charges.  In many legal cases, the stakes are very high. That’s why legal...

How can poor communication lead to legal malpractice?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Sep 30, 2024 | Legal Malpractice

It's not unheard of for legal clients to complain about poor communication from their lawyers. Understandably, lawyers can be busy, especially those who work in big firms. Nonetheless, it's their responsibility to ensure every client they take is adequately informed....

Could AI use lead to legal malpractice claims?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Sep 17, 2024 | Legal Malpractice

Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used in almost every industry to some degree, and the legal field is no exception. There’s no question that AI can be useful to lawyers. It can be used to help dig through piles of legal research, analyze lengthy contracts and...

Can I take my attorney to court for failing to settle my case?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Sep 12, 2024 | Legal Malpractice

Legal cases are draining and involve significant time, effort and emotional investment. When your attorney fails to settle your case, it can be extremely frustrating and disheartening, as you may feel that your legal concerns are not being addressed effectively. If...

How a simple timing mistake can turn into legal malpractice

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Sep 4, 2024 | Legal Malpractice

Attorneys can charge hundreds of dollars per hour for the services they provide because of the precision required when practicing law. The need for expertise and specialized experience makes the cost of retaining an attorney reasonable given what they must do for a...

Spotting legal malpractice in medical malpractice cases

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Aug 23, 2024 | Legal Malpractice

Medical malpractice cases are often undeniably complex. When victims of professional negligence trust an attorney to handle such a case, they understandably expect them to act in their best interests.  Unfortunately, legal malpractice can occur, leaving clients...

Why does jurisdiction matter in a lawsuit?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Aug 8, 2024 | Legal Malpractice

One decision that has to be made when a person is going to file a lawsuit is where they will file it. Choosing the proper jurisdiction for the case is critical because it can have a significant impact on the outcome of the case.  There are several factors that go into...

Did your attorney overcharge you?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jul 25, 2024 | Legal Malpractice

Attorneys have an important role in providing their clients with adequate representation. For the most part, this is what attorneys do, but that isn’t always the case. Sometimes, the conduct of an attorney falls below the expected standard within the profession. If...

A lawyer’s substance abuse could lead to legal malpractice

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jul 16, 2024 | Legal Malpractice

There are many ways that a lawyer could fail to act in the best interests of their client. In some cases, lawyers let a conflict of interests influence the representation that they provide. Other times, they take on cases that are outside of their area of expertise...

Can poor cybersecurity be legal malpractice?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Jul 3, 2024 | Legal Malpractice

These days, it’s hard to avoid the realities of cybersecurity attacks and internet data thieves – because they’re everywhere. Cybersecurity has become a necessary consideration for any business operation, including law firms. Lawyers handle vast amounts of sensitive...

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