Tag Archives: California malpractice attorney
What Effect Does Firing a Lawyer Have on Malpractice Lawsuits?
As we discussed last week, the statute of limitations, which governs how long a client has to sue a lawyer for malpractice (aka, professional negligence) is “tolled” – or paused – in certain circumstances. This week, we look on the effect a continuing attorney-client relationship has on that statute of limitations. To refresh: all… Read More »
When Can Attorneys Be Held Liable for the Acts of Others?
In previous Monday articles, this blog has examined the standard of care an attorney owes to his or her clients, and the manner in which a breach of that duty may constitute legal malpractice. Most of the time, legal malpractice claims are based on the actions of an attorney and made against the attorney… Read More »
