Your current state is Virginia
I fired my attorney, right in front of the "mediator", and she told me "all the lawyers here are interchangeable. They're going to tell you the same thing. " Had i only known i needed to say it to the judge. Maybe it wouldn't have made a difference at all.
answered on Jan 27, 2023
The Arizona Bar handles complaints about lawyers.
As for having their own firm, it really doesn't make a difference.
If you think of suing your lawyer, you really should speak to a legal malpractice attorney before you file anything.
fall at work tore radial nerve out of my right bicep mussel lost all function of my right dominant hand fingers thumb wrist and my neck and back were denied by worker comp ins QME adds to industrial claim and worker comp ins adds as new and further when there from same industrial fall at work like... Read more »
answered on Jan 25, 2023
Your lengthy description of events really isn't an Insurance Bad Faith matter. You MAY have an malpractice case against your attorney regarding settling/dismissing some of your claims without your consent.
I suggest consulting with attorneys in your area who handle attorney... Read more »
I'm not comfortable using an attorney in Herkimer county especially one provided by this judge! Especially if my brothers mother in law who could have possibly plaid a hand in his decision to put me and my family on the street in the middle of winter when I was the assaulted party ?
answered on Jan 16, 2023
The appointed lawyer is an independent attorney who is on a panel with no connection to the judge. Of course, you are always free to hire your own lawyer if you have the means to do so.
For months the bus driver has been allowing the kids to cross right in front of the bus. Yesterday the bus driver drove off right as my son was starting to cross and other kids were still in the street. My son is young and is now scared of crossing the street.
answered on Jan 10, 2023
This is not a criminal law question. If you think the driver is committing crimes, you need to contact the police.
I want to start a Trademark law firm, initially just helping clients file their applications. Is this an ethics issue if I also work for an IP law firm? What if the practice areas are different?
answered on Jan 10, 2023
In most jurisdiction there is a law that says that this would be considered as a a breach of non-competition with your employer. You must therefore find a pertinent laws in your country which states what are the restrictions for your profession. Also you need to check out your employment contract... Read more »
Hi, here recently a rather well known person (who is not a judge or in any way related to the legal sphere of work) publicly showed a person's sealed criminal record. How on earth is that possible, and is doing something like that illegal?
answered on Jan 8, 2023
You have posted this question in the forum for California lawyers. You need to re-post this in the message board for lawyers in Washington state.
Never sign contracts app
answered on Jan 6, 2023
There is not nearly enough information for any lawyer to be able to advise or help you. Retain a banking lawyer.
I defaulted on my mortgage, so it went to a legal firm. I paid more than 5000 to a legal firm as part of a payment proposal that never came to fruition. I ended up in court and a year later have to get my mortgage up to date. 5500 dollars is being 'held in trust.' what does this mean?
answered on Jan 3, 2023
It appears that you need to examine your agreement with the so called "legal firm", which I am assuming is in writing. Most likely they are supposed to take the money out of trust and pay off the mortgage debt, after subtracting their fees. There may not be enough to payoff the... Read more »
The DA of a certain California County may be guilty of vexatious litigation against me, as well as collusion with a judge. I’m aware these are serious accusations, However, if I can consult with a federal litigation attorney, he/she will understand why I’m concerned once I provide the details.
answered on Jan 3, 2023
I think you have a misunderstanding as to what a vexatious litigator is or can be. The DA cannot be a vexatious litigant. Pursuant to CCP 391, et seq., it can only be a pro per litigant who has maintained at least 5 litigations other than small claims to final determination adversely to the person... Read more »
Negligence of attorney or insurance to let pass a lot time my accident don't have cure ..
answered on Jan 2, 2023
You may qualify for the Covid extension to the statute of limitations which granted an extension from from April 6, 2020, until October 1, 2020. Speak to an personal injury attorney whether the extension applies or whether you might have a claim for malpractice based on your attorney allowing the... Read more »
The LAPD arrested me, the victim instead of the perp, then tried to frame me to cover it up and got caught on film planting falsified evidence. I represented myself and proved in court that the plaintiff's had made their entire story up. But because the cops tried to frame me and got caught,... Read more »
answered on Dec 26, 2022
This would be an issue for doctors to testify to, not a legal issue.
Is there a Case Law where a Court orders counsel to hire co-counsel when the attorney files to withdraw from case without the consent of client because continue practicing law will harm health.
Is there a Case Law where a Court Denies Motion to Withdraw as counsel when an Attorney files to... Read more »
answered on Dec 24, 2022
You have not asked a question.
Your best move is to ask your attorney how he or she intends to proceed. One approach could be to challenge the order by way of writ. There is case law that suggests a court should give great deference to physical disability.
Good luck to you.
acts of moral turpitude have occurred and a state bar complaint was filled on lawyers, can those lawyers/law group still be on that case? it's a family law case. Can I notify the judge of this bar complaint before the hearing resides? and what can the judge do once he learns of these acts of... Read more »
answered on Dec 24, 2022
If a client files a bar complaint against his own lawyer may have created a conflict of interest that may require the attorney to withdraw.
Otherwise, a complaint is nothing but a complaint, and not a finding of anything done wrong.
Further, unless an attorney is suspended from... Read more »
If a motion has to be filed before a cause number is assigned, is it lawful to file a motion after?
answered on Dec 24, 2022
Errors and discrepancies in case numbers are almost never fatal. Most such issues can be corrected. It is the substance that matters
my divorce be null and void since I was forced to comply with the divorce decree under duress? My Lawyer was known for making motions. He filed only 1 in my case and he wasn't even present for it. I was so poorly represented and my lawyer was doing nothing to help me, even though I sent... Read more »
answered on Dec 23, 2022
No, it will not nullify your divorce. Was it a consent judgment or did you go to trial?
As an aside, being "known for making motions" isn't necessarily a hallmark of quality lawyering.
Recently i took a plea for a criminal case and received the final disposition now my license and other things have been suspended due to this case that wasn’t involved in the disposition my license is my way of working and the courts new this
answered on Dec 13, 2022
There is no case against the county. The court protocol of accepting a guilty plea is to place that plea on the record with a clear explanation of its terms, conditions and collateral effects on one's life. Also, that plea is given "freely and voluntarily," with all understanding on... Read more »
We have only started our case(2 weeks ago), very little progress, unhappy with his skills, performance, his communication, and specially the way he's calculating the billable times. It's in California. I already know for sure that I would not want to continue with him, but also find... Read more »
answered on Dec 12, 2022
If you are already unhappy, have a discussion with your attorney. If you do not get satisfactory answers, look for a new attorney.
answered on Dec 8, 2022
No. Your settlement will preclude you from relitigating your divorce against your former spouse.
Your legal remedy is a legal malpractice case against your former attorney. You will need to show that your former attorney’s conduct did not meet the standard of care for attorneys... Read more »
I suffered personal injury and property damage as a result of my Landlord's failure to provide an apartment free from mold and other contaminants. I had a separate renter's insurance policy and my doctor told me that I must trash all of my personal belongings (clothes, furniture, etc).... Read more »
answered on Dec 7, 2022
Yes, in general an attorney in a mold case will seek to recover for all losses and injuries you sustained. Also, a court would likely prohibit filing two separate lawsuits (one for personal injuries and a second for property damage) as that would be a waste of the court's resources. Hope... Read more »
Hi I went to court, the paper I signed stating what my next court date was, said the 14th of November. My bail bondsman sent me an email on the 6th saying that I had court on the 14th. My court date on the 14th was cancelled I have a text from my lawyer to prove it. This is where I get lost. I get... Read more »
answered on Nov 26, 2022
There is simply no way anyone could possibly answer this question in this forum. You should talk to your bail bondsman and show him the paperwork you were given showing your court date. And get another attorney to investigate for you
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