Legal Question in Legal Malpractice in Oregon
Is lawyer in the wrong
8 years ago my son and i were hit by a 20 year old drunk driver with out insurance, my son died in the hospital but made a full recovery my feet were crushed and was told never to walk again, but am now able to, she had a trust fund and i was told i can take half, my lawyer set it up that i get a personal check from her every month which i spent years of getting bounced checks and now for a year i get nothing at all, she still owes me a large sum of money, my question is i dont feel like my lawyer was on my side, he didnt tie up her trust fund, and is he some how at fault for not protecting me he got his money and now 8 years later still trying to get mine
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Re: Is lawyer in the wrong
A lawyer acts negligently, that is, commits malpractice when he or she acts below the appropriate standard of care and thereby causes damages or injury to a client. From your description of the facts, it is certainly possible your lawyer has committed malpractice. It is also possible your lawyer has committed ethical violations associated with the funds, particularly if your checks have "bounced."
Attorney malpractice is complex, and you should certainly consult with an attorney with experience dealing with such issues. Act promptly. Delay could result in loss of your rights. If you believe the lawyer has violated ethical rules, you may want to contact the Oregon State Bar.
Re: Is lawyer in the wrong
A lawyer acts negligently, that is, commits malpractice when he or she acts below the appropriate standard of care and thereby causes damages or injury to a client. From your description of the facts, it is certainly possible your lawyer has committed malpractice. It is also possible your lawyer has committed ethical violations associated with the funds, particularly if your checks have "bounced."
Attorney malpractice is complex, and you should certainly consult with an attorney with experience dealing with such issues. Act promptly. Delay could result in loss of your rights. If you believe the lawyer has violated ethical rules, you may want to contact the Oregon State Bar.
Re: Is lawyer in the wrong
A lawyer acts negligently, that is, commits malpractice when he or she acts below the appropriate standard of care and thereby causes damages or injury to a client. From your description of the facts, it is certainly possible your lawyer has committed malpractice. It is also possible your lawyer has committed ethical violations associated with the funds, particularly if your checks have "bounced."
Attorney malpractice is complex, and you should certainly consult with an attorney with experience dealing with such issues. Act promptly. Delay could result in loss of your rights. If you believe the lawyer has violated ethical rules, you may want to contact the Oregon State Bar.
Re: Is lawyer in the wrong
A lawyer acts negligently, that is, commits malpractice when he or she acts below the appropriate standard of care and thereby causes damages or injury to a client. From your description of the facts, it is certainly possible your lawyer has committed malpractice. It is also possible your lawyer has committed ethical violations associated with the funds, particularly if your checks have "bounced."
Attorney malpractice is complex, and you should certainly consult with an attorney with experience dealing with such issues. Act promptly. Delay could result in loss of your rights. If you believe the lawyer has violated ethical rules, you may want to contact the Oregon State Bar.
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