Category Archives: Legal Malpractice
How Bad Advice From a Texas Lawyer Can Lead to Serious Legal and Financial Problems
People hire lawyers because important decisions often carry consequences that are difficult to see without experienced legal guidance. They rely on that advice to avoid unnecessary risk, protect what they have built, and make decisions with some confidence that the legal consequences have been considered. That trust can make the damage especially difficult when… Read More »
Legal Malpractice When a Texas Truck Accident Claim Is Lost Through Lawyer Negligence
Someone injured in a serious truck crash may trust a personal injury lawyer to preserve important evidence, identify the responsible parties, meet filing deadlines, and build a claim that reflects the full extent of the loss. Learning later that the case was weakened or lost because the lawyer failed to do those things can… Read More »
When False Information From a Lawyer Causes Financial Harm in Texas
People hire lawyers because they need reliable guidance on matters they often cannot verify for themselves. They trust that a lawsuit was filed when the lawyer says it was filed, that an important deadline has been protected, or that a settlement has been accurately explained before they agree to it. Discovering later that the… Read More »
Suing a Texas Lawyer for Professional Liability After Financial Harm
A lawyer’s mistake can cause financial damage long after the representation has ended. A missed deadline can destroy a valuable claim. Poor handling of litigation can lead to an avoidable judgment. Inadequate investigation or advice can contribute to an unfavorable settlement, while errors involving a business transaction or contract can result in substantial losses…. Read More »
How Are Damages Proven in a Legal Malpractice Case?
A legal malpractice claim is a key component of seeking accountability when an attorney provides substandard legal representation. The focus of the case is to prove your “damages,” which are legally recognized losses. At Pierce Law Firm, we know what evidence is useful at establishing your full damages, and we use our legal experience… Read More »
Can I Sue My Lawyer for Missing a Deadline in Texas?
Every legal case involves deadlines related to court filings or negotiation. Can you sue your lawyer for missing one of them? There is no single answer to this question. You can sometimes sue your lawyer if they end up losing the case or impairing your rights because they missed the deadline. In other situations,… Read More »
What Texas Clients Should Know Before Signing a Settlement Agreement
A settlement agreement can end a case, but it can also end legal rights that took months or years to protect. Once you sign, you may be releasing claims, accepting payment terms, agreeing to confidentiality, taking responsibility for liens, or giving up the chance to pursue more money later. The pressure to “get it… Read More »
Can a Lawyer Represent You If They Have Ties to the Other Side?
You hire a lawyer expecting loyalty. Your lawyer is supposed to protect your interests, give you honest advice, and make decisions based on your case, not on a relationship with the person, business, lawyer, witness, or insurer on the other side. When you later learn your former lawyer had ties to the opposing party,… Read More »
When Legal Fees Become Unreasonable Under Texas Law
You hired a lawyer because you needed help with a legal problem, not a second fight over billing. When the invoices keep growing, the work does not match the charges, or your former lawyer refuses to explain where your money went, it is fair to ask whether the fee was simply expensive or legally… Read More »
Can I Sue My Lawyer for Ignoring Me or Not Communicating?
Few things are as annoying as being ignored by your attorney. Many people have no idea what is happening in their legal case, and they are often frustrated by the slow pace of developments. They depend on their lawyer to answer their questions and keep them updated on the process. When a lawyer ignores… Read More »