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My attorney left town before my trial. Is that legal malpractice?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Dec 29, 2023 | Legal Malpractice

Facing a trial is stressful, and having your attorney leave town unexpectedly right before it begins can exacerbate that stress significantly. If you find yourself in this situation and the trial outcome is unfavorable, you might wonder if you have grounds for a legal...

Lack of consent may constitute legal malpractice

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Dec 14, 2023 | Legal Malpractice

Informed consent is the cornerstone of a healthy attorney-client relationship. It goes beyond a mere agreement to proceed with legal actions; it involves the client truly comprehending the potential risks, benefits and alternatives. This transparency is crucial, as it...

Do you have grounds upon which to file a legal malpractice case?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Nov 29, 2023 | Legal Malpractice

Legal malpractice is a weighty matter that can significantly affect individuals who are seeking justice. Legal malpractice refers to professional negligence, breach of fiduciary duty or misconduct by an attorney that results in harm to the client. Recognizing the...

Violations of rules regarding retainers may be legal malpractice

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Nov 14, 2023 | Legal Malpractice

Legal malpractice can impact people who have used an attorney whose unprofessional actions or inactions hurt their legal case or their finances. Whether they needed help defending against criminal charges or responding to a pending lawsuit, mistakes made by a client’s...

Understanding negligence in a legal malpractice claim

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Nov 13, 2023 | Legal Malpractice

It requires substantial trust to place your legal matter in the hands of someone you may have just met. Yet, that is what usually happens when you hire an attorney to represent you after suffering physical injuries or other harm. If they fail to provide the level of...

2 common mishaps that may warrant legal malpractice claims

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Oct 31, 2023 | Legal Malpractice

Clients rely on their legal representatives to protect their interests, navigate complex legal landscapes and secure favorable outcomes. However, the legal profession isn’t immune to errors, oversights and negligence. While all professionals make mistakes from time to...

Did your lawyer fail to get a medical expert for your case?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Oct 16, 2023 | Legal Malpractice

One of the most important aspects of a medical malpractice case may be having an expert medical witness. According to the National Library of Medicine, it is becoming “increasingly important and common” for medical professionals to be involved in these cases, as they...

The big mistakes lawyers make in re: unfamiliar areas of the law

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Sep 29, 2023 | Legal Malpractice

There are many different areas of law, and each area of practice features different rules and legal precedents that apply. Attorneys spend years learning how to make sense of statutes and how to research relevant precedents so that they can more effectively represent...

Is it malpractice when an attorney fails to communicate offers?

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Sep 14, 2023 | Legal Malpractice

In any legal situation, there are a lot of decisions that have to be made. Your attorney’s role is to guide you through the technical steps of a claim and advocate for you to the best of their abilities – but they’re not supposed to make all the decisions for you....

When an attorney fails to assist with pre-sale due diligence

On Behalf of Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC | Sep 14, 2023 | Legal Malpractice

When someone intends to make a sizeable purchase in New York, they need to remember the old adage that buyers should beware. Those seeking to sell something will often lie or exaggerate in hopes of making a little money. The process of due diligence involves carefully...

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