Failure to Know or Apply the Law: When Ignorance Is Not Bliss
When you hire an attorney, you expect them to understand the law that applies to your case. Unfortunately, not every attorney meets that standard. Some make avoidable mistakes—misreading the law, missing key legal updates, or simply applying the wrong statute or rule altogether.
These errors can have serious consequences....
How to Avoid Legal Malpractice: A Guide for Attorneys
Legal malpractice claims are a reality for lawyers in every area of practice—even those with spotless records and good intentions. In a busy practice, it’s easy to overlook the small things. But as many attorneys learn too late, it’s often the small things that get you into trouble.
This...
Types of Nursing Home Negligence
Families across Middletown, CT, trust nursing homes to care for those who are sick or elderly. They do so assuming that their loved ones will receive attentive, quality care. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Knowing what to do if your loved one suffers due to nursing home...
Settlement Errors: Did Your Lawyer Sell You Short?
When you hire an attorney to represent you in a personal injury case, you trust them to fight for your best interests and the compensation you deserve. However, some attorneys make critical errors during the settlement process that leave their clients with far less money than they should have received. These settlement...
The Difference Between a Bad Outcome and Legal Malpractice
Not every disappointing legal result means your lawyer committed malpractice. People often wonder, “Did my lawyer mess up, or did things just not go my way?” Sometimes cases just don’t turn out how we had hoped. However, if your attorney’s mistake costs you money, property, or a chance for justice, you deserve...
Legal Malpractice Conflict of Interest
Attorneys have an ethical obligation to serve their client’s interests rather than their own. When they put their own interests ahead of their client’s, they may be engaging in negligent representation or intentional misconduct that may constitute legal malpractice.
What Constitutes a Conflict of Interest?
The Role of Medical Evidence in Overturning SSDI Denials in CT
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a time-consuming and challenging process, particularly if your initial claim is denied. In Connecticut, many applicants find their claims denied due to providing insufficient medical evidence to prove their disability meets the eligibility requirements.
When applying for SSDI...
Legal Malpractice 101
Legal malpractice occurs when an attorney provides legal services or representation that fails to comply with the applicable standard of care in the client’s case. Legal malpractice can take several forms, including breach of contract (fee agreement), negligent representation, breach of fiduciary duties, or violation of the rules of professional conduct governing...
How Expensive Is it to Hire a Car Accident Attorney?
Hiring a car accident attorney can feel like a big step, especially when you're unsure about the cost. After an accident, you may already be dealing with medical bills, car repairs, and time away from work, making the thought of legal expenses seem overwhelming. The good news is that working with an...
What You Need to Know About Slip and Fall Accidents on Ice and Snow
Winters in Connecticut bring icy sidewalks, snowy parking lots, and slippery driveways. While these conditions are a part of the season, they can also lead to serious injuries from slip and fall accidents. A single misstep on untreated ice or snow can leave you with pain, medical bills, and time away from...