Attorney Markis Miguel Abraham of Jersey City represented an elderly client in connection with certain real estate transactions and the sale of multiple properties, including a bar. He also represented her in the defense of two lawsuits which stemmed from the ownership of the bar. Abraham became friendly with his elderly client, and told…
Continue reading…WHERE WILL YOUR LEGAL MALPRACTICE CASE BE LITIGATED?
Arbitration of claims has gained traction over the years as a faster and relatively inexpensive alternative to trial court proceedings. However, it is not always advantageous to forego the right to a judge and a jury. An individual who holds a claim or potential claim should give careful thought to where that claim may ultimately…
Continue reading…DOES YOUR LAWYER WEAR TOO MANY HATS?
While the notion of lawyers wearing wigs to court has no place in modern American jurisprudence, there is always a danger of a lawyer wearing too many hats. A lawyer, however experienced and competent, may find themselves in legal trouble for assuming too many roles as advocate and counselor, resulting in financial detriment to their…
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NJ Attorney Faces Suit Over Pressuring Client to Accept Unfavorable Settlement
A New Jersey court recently refused to dismiss a case involving an attorney who allegedly pressured his client to accept an unfavorable medical malpractice settlement at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately one year after the $600,000 settlement was put on the record in the underlying case, Judge Lisa M. Adubato denied attorney Anthony…
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New Jersey Lawyer Receives Reprimand After Accepting Improper Loans
A New Jersey lawyer has received a reprimand from the New Jersey Supreme Court after it was revealed that he accepted $75,000 in improper loans from clients. During its investigation, the court found that the loans were improper because the lawyer, Michael Rehill, failed to advise his clients in writing to seek independent legal advice…
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Statute of Limitations in Legal Malpractice Cases
Attorneys are required to provide their clients with quality legal services. Some attorneys, however, fall far short in this area. When an attorney fails to provide a client with the level of service required by law, the client may file a legal malpractice lawsuit. Legal malpractice occurs when an attorney’s failure to provide service that…
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Measuring a Lawyer’s Standard of Care: Why Expert Testimony Is Needed in Legal Malpractice Cases
In order to prevail in a legal malpractice case, a plaintiff must prove that his or her attorney failed to meet the required standard of care. In order to prove this to the jury, expert testimony is often required. Below is an overview of why expert testimony is needed in legal malpractice cases. Establishing Legal…
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Legal Fee Disputes: 7 Things Clients Should Know
People in the U.S. spend over $100 billion in legal fees each year. Most of these legal fees are collected by ethical attorneys. Unfortunately, however, some lawyers take advantage of their clients by charging them more than what is warranted under the circumstances. A client who believes that his or her attorney’s legal fees are…
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Common Reasons for Legal Malpractice and What You Can Do About It
Legal malpractice occurs when an attorney’s failure to act in an appropriate manner causes harm to a client. Attorneys are held to a high standard of care when representing clients. When an attorney fails to meet this standard, he or she may be liable for legal malpractice. Legal malpractice typically involves some sort of breach…
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Elements of a Legal Malpractice Case
Legal malpractice occurs when an attorney’s failure to act in a way that is consistent with the legal profession’s standard of care causes harm to a client. In order to prevail in a legal malpractice case, a person must prove the following elements: The existence of an attorney-client relationship The first thing an individual must…
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