25 April

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Can I Sue My Lawyer for Losing My Lawsuit?

Those who have had a bad experience with a previous lawyer can feel like they have no options. You probably wish you could start over and hire someone else from the beginning, and are likely wondering what you can do about it now. You may even find yourself asking questions that parrot, “Can I get my case reopened? Can I file a complaint? Can I sue my lawyer?” At Sears Crawford, as lawyers that sue lawyers, we get that last question a lot. Can you sue your lawyer for losing your case? You might be able to, but it depends on...

07 March

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When To File an Ethics Complaint Against a Lawyer vs When To Sue Them

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At Sears Crawford, we know that there are many reasons to be unhappy with your attorney, but it can be hard to know when to file an ethics complaint against a lawyer and when to sue them. Did your lawyer simply act in an unpleasant manner, or did they do something to mess up your case and cause you harm? At Sears Crawford, we know legal malpractice when we see it. We sue lawyers and have been doing so for over 30 years. We protect our clients’ interests and maintain the integrity of our profession. If your lawyer screwed up your...

18 February

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Can I Talk to Another Attorney Before Firing My Current One?

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Can I talk to another attorney before firing my current one? Yes! If your current attorney is not doing their job and you are considering a change of representation, consider whether or not your current attorney’s behavior would be considered legal malpractice before making the switch. If you’re wondering what to do if your lawyer is not helping you, how to fire a lawyer, or how to sue them for legal malpractice, then you’re in the right place — we sue lawyers! Ross Sears II, co-founding attorney of Sears Crawford, has been suing lawyers in Texas for over 30 years. If...

08 February

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Negligence vs Malpractice: What is the Difference?

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What is the difference between negligence vs malpractice? You hear both words thrown around whenever a professional doesn’t do their job but is there a difference? Attorneys owe their clients a fiduciary duty, often called a duty of care, to act with their client’s best interests in mind 100% of the time. When that duty of care is broken, the signs can point to either negligence or malpractice taking place — which are both essentially the same, and are serious matters. So, how can you tell whether negligence vs malpractice is present in your current attorney-client relationship? The legal malpractice attorneys...

23 December

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What Does My Lawyer’s Fiduciary Duty Require?

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What does my lawyer's fiduciary duty require?

When you hire a lawyer to represent you, you are placing your trust in them to act in your best interests — this is known as your lawyer's fiduciary duty. The fiduciary duty of care requires that your lawyer always act with your best interests in mind over their own, and exercise the utmost care and diligence in representing you. This includes making sure that you are fully informed about all aspects of your case and giving you honest legal advice throughout the entire process. Your lawyer must also keep any information about your case confidential unless you give them permission to...

07 November

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I Think I Hired a Lawyer With a Conflict of Interest

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All lawyers have a fiduciary duty to avoid conflicts of interest and to provide unwavering advocacy on their client's behalf — however, some lawyers violate their fiduciary duty by placing their own interests above their client’s. Where does this leave the client? If you’re thinking, “I might have hired a lawyer with a conflict of interest. What do I do now?” The legal malpractice attorneys in Houston from Sears Crawford are here to guide you through what classifies as a legal conflict of interest and the steps you can take if you believe your lawyer has committed legal malpractice. Here's everything you...

11 September

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Hiring a Legal Malpractice Attorney in Texas

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Hiring a legal malpractice attorney in Texas can be a daunting task. Clients who have been harmed by a previous attorney surely won’t want to relive the process and stress of having to find and hire another attorney, not to mention finding a Lawyer who sues other lawyers — but if they don’t hire another lawyer, how can they seek justice? If your previous attorney did not fulfill their duty to you, then you need a legal malpractice attorney in Texas this time around. You need an attorney who specializes in holding lawyers accountable, bringing justice to clients, and restoring integrity...

22 August

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What to Look For in a Texas Legal Malpractice Attorney

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To increase your chances of winning a Texas legal malpractice case and successfully suing your lawyer, you’ll need to prove that your attorney’s conduct fell below the Standard of Care required of lawyers in the State of Texas. How do you do this? You hire a top legal malpractice attorney in Texas. When looking for a lawyer to represent you to sue your ex-lawyer, it’s important to ask the right questions. This includes asking if your potential new attorney has legal malpractice insurance, if they’re willing to waive the arbitration clause, if they’re Board Certified in Personal Injury Law, and if...

05 February

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Hire a Board Certified Lawyer for Your Legal Malpractice Case

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If you feel that you have been wronged by your previous attorney and wish to pursue legal malpractice claims, you need a Board Certified lawyer in your corner. You should never try to take on an attorney by yourself. You need to hire an attorney experienced in handling legal malpractice cases, and you should make sure that he/she is Board Certified. Hiring a lawyer who is Board Certified in Personal Injury Law, which encompasses legal malpractice, strengthens your case immensely – after all, only approximately 5% of practicing attorneys in the state of Texas are Board Certified by the state. But...

05 January

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What is the Legal Malpractice Statute of Limitations?

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What is the legal malpractice statute of limitations? Due to the fiduciary nature of the attorney-client relationship, it’s a serious matter when a client is wronged by their attorney. If legal malpractice has indeed taken place, the client has every right to sue their lawyer –– but how long do you have to file a malpractice suit? Why is it important to file a legal malpractice claim before the legal malpractice statute of limitations? Ross Sears, the top legal malpractice attorney from Sears Crawford, is here to answer that question. If you have considered or are currently considering suing a lawyer...