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I was involed in an auto accident in july 2022. My first lawyer was fired for cause in January 2024. The reasons included failing to provide LOPs so i could seek treatmen lack of communication, not being licensed in my state failing to submit PIP funding to my ins after i signed it.
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answered on Jul 16, 2024
You should inform your current attorney that the accusations being made are false.
Not being licensed to practice law in the state where the lawsuit was filed is very likely good cause to terminate a lawyer's services unless the lawyer was admitted to practice in that court pro hac... View More
The lawyer who handled my divorce did not do anything I asked and she promised, she behaved unethically and lied to me. Please, can you provide me with the names of divorce malpractice lawyers in Texas?
answered on Apr 29, 2024
If your divorce lawyer's conduct fell below the standard of care and caused you to sustain damages, you can sue her for legal malpractice. How strong your case is depends on the particular facts and circumstances, the nature of your damages, and the likelihood you would have prevailed on the... View More
My family lawyer abandoned me right before the hearing I filed a complaint with Texas Bar he is under investigation I also sued him in Distract court as pro se need a lawyer to take over the case and represent me. I have a strong case and also have a witness who witnessed my lawyer abandoned me and... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2024
You need to look for a competent attorney in or near the county where the hearing was held experienced in the area of legal malpractice. I often handle cases of this nature. My rate of $500 per hour is reasonable and customary in the North Texas area, and if the amount of damages caused by your... View More
Probable cause affidavit and hearing has multiple discrepancies and the warrant altered after returned and conflicting with bailbond on return warrant as was the offense date vs. what being tried on them records locked and made unavailable to the bondsmen even
No local attorney has been... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2024
This is one of those rare cases where I have to disagree with Mr. Arrasmith because, in Texas, only the prosecutor can file a motion to dismiss charges. Neither a pro se criminal defendant nor criminal defense attorney can file a motion to dismiss charges in Texas.
I think the only way to... View More
The lawyer who probated the will is wanting a signature for a settlement to the other party. The paper he wants signed has no information for what the settlement is. The will was signed by 2 judges and gives sole inheritance of the property to defendent and plantiff is not in the will. The... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2024
In your situation, if there's a clouded title due to incorrect paperwork and disputes over inheritance, it's crucial to approach this methodically. First, do not sign any documents that you do not fully understand, especially if they lack clear details regarding the settlement. It's... View More
My husband had a paid attorney, case was open for a little over a year. He sounded confident at first and sounded like he knew what he was doing he advised him to not take his first plea which was 5 years, way better deal then what he ended up signing for. His second plea bargain was 20 years. He... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
If your husband feels he was coerced into accepting a plea bargain that he did not fully agree with, there may be options to challenge the plea, but these options are limited and depend heavily on the specifics of the case and the jurisdiction. One common ground for withdrawing a plea is if it can... View More
I was pushed to sign a will of my own assets and finances against my own desires
I was expected to sign documents regarding my grandfather's passing and ommitting myself from finances which I still do not comprehend and still never was an me to get somebody to break down the language... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
To address the concerning events you've described, finding a lawyer experienced in estate law and possibly medical malpractice or elder law (depending on your situation) in Florida is crucial. This lawyer can help review the circumstances under which you signed the documents and assess whether... View More
I was pushed to sign a will of my own assets and finances against my own desires
I was expected to sign documents regarding my grandfather's passing and ommitting myself from finances which I still do not comprehend and still never was an me to get somebody to break down the language... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2024
If you signed a Will, you can always create a new Will in accordance with your current desires revoking all prior Wills you have made.
Given the circumstances you describe, I likely would recommend you sign a new Will even if it is the same as the one you signed under those circumstances in... View More
My attorney failed to, communicate with me after numerous phone calls and emails. I had to write a review to get their attention for a.couple of says then nothing. I got a voicmail from a legal assistant at the firm that they messed my case up and to re apply like it's okay. I've waited... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2023
Yes a legal malpractice case is possible.
The first question is did the attorney act below the standard of care (malpractice).
The next question is did the attorney's malpractice cause you harm, that is does it cost you money.
You are required to mitigate your... View More
And what process can I go through to try to get him not to be paid he never even called he had been retained for 2 weeks
answered on Aug 22, 2023
The attorney probably can’t recover a full one-third contingency fee if the attorney has not performed any material work on a case.
Calling an adjuster may or may not be necessary in a lawsuit. But a delay of two weeks in a lawsuit that likely will last two years isn’t particularly material.
Unresponsive attorney. Meets default criteria, but court says I have to withdraw her from the case.
answered on Jul 12, 2023
You will need to instruct your attorney to file a motion to withdraw. Once an attorney has appeared on your behalf, you cannot file court papers on your own behalf in a civil case. Your attorney will have to file a motion to withdraw.
Alternatively, you can hire another, more responsive... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2023
That is up to you. Unless your agreement with your former attorney requires presuit notice, mediation, or arbitration, there is no legal requirement to give prior notice.
In my experience, presenting your claim prior to filing suit in detail and offering to mediate before filing can help... View More
I paid a lawyer for a land lord tenant situation to represent me a dpta case and landlord dispute. I sign a contract of aggressive representation and 10 hrs of legal work for an amount paid .I only got a 40 min phone call to be told he can't represent me or nothing but this happen after I paid... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2023
While it is possible that you may have legitimate grounds to dispute the fee, you should not necessarily assume that the 40 minute phone call was the only legal work performed by the attorney and his law firm on your behalf.
Depending upon the facts of your situation, the attorney may have... View More
My son was arrested for a crime but while in custody waiting for the trial the case numbers were changed
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answered on Mar 11, 2023
Case numbers can be changed for various reasons, such as administrative errors or if the case is transferred to a different court. However, changing a case number after an arrest and while waiting for trial is unusual and may indicate that there have been significant changes to the case, such as a... View More
answered on Feb 21, 2023
No.
However, many attorneys (especially personal injury attorneys) include in their fee agreement a provision in which the client provides consent for the attorney to settle the case on the client’s behalf.
Most attorneys, including those with such provisions in their fee... View More
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... View More
oil and gas wells in Texas. I have proof, where can I find an attorney that can help us get everything back plus interest?
answered on Nov 21, 2022
You should look here in Justia for an experienced attorney board certified in civil litigation with a background in oil and gas litigation and in real estate litigation, ideally located in the county (or an adjacent county) where the stolen oil and gas wells are located.
Obviously, this is... View More
I plan to expose those who are corrupt in the Law Enforcement and Justice Department. Corruption will not be committed on my watch as an American Veteran and Advocate for those who can’t defend themselves… They are putting innocent individuals in jail and in prison…
answered on Nov 6, 2022
In my professional experience, there is very little corruption in the Bexar County justice system.
True, from time to time an innocent person is found guilty and put in jail or prison. In my experience, that is rarely the result of corruption but is more commonly the result of... View More
I was once charged with a crime and hired a lawyer who advocated strongly and fiercely on my behalf. Dismantled my case and got it dismissed. Filed motions, held hearings, called witnesses, the whole 9 yards.
I know that’s what I paid for, but are court appointed attorneys/public... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2024
A court-appointed attorney or public defender can and should represent a defendant with the same zeal using the same legal procedures that a retained privately paid attorney uses.
I would like to know if I can legally leave, and if so, will there be a follow up notice given to me
answered on Mar 21, 2024
You may legally leave but could be arrested without advance notice later.
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