Posted on: July 5, 2018 by Huntersure
Obtaining insurance may not be at the top of the list of things to do for new lawyers starting out. With the excitement of a new job or promotion, some things get put on the backburner. However, before professional steps are taken in the legal field, all lawyers, no matter the size of firm or […] Read More
Posted on: June 21, 2018 by Huntersure
This blog was originally published on January 25, 2017. It was updated and re-published on June 21, 2018. For lawyers and other law professionals, insurance may not necessarily be the first thing that comes to mind when getting everything in order. However, making sure to have coverage in place, such as attorney professional liability insurance, […] Read More
Posted on: June 14, 2018 by Huntersure
This blog was originally published on January 19, 2017. It has been updated as of June 14, 2018. When a lawyer is consulted or is hired as a legal representative, they are taking on more than just a case. Their client is entrusting them with their livelihood and, given the matter at hand, everything they […] Read More
Posted on: June 7, 2018 by Huntersure
This blog was orignally published on January 11, 2017. It was updated and republished on June 7, 2018. When a client hires a lawyer, there’s a level of trust that is not only set initially, but expected later on. But even the most dedicated and seasoned lawyers can break that trust by making mistakes, be they […] Read More
Posted on: May 22, 2018 by Huntersure
Some in the nursing field may not consider the severity of a claim made against them. A misconception is that the healthcare professionals who should be more aware of complaints are surgeons and family doctors. In fact, nurses are just as vulnerable to receiving complaints and in turn have to face a review by a […] Read More
Posted on: May 15, 2018 by Huntersure
This blog was originally published on December 23, 2014. It was updated on May 15, 2018. Lawyers studied long and hard to get to where they’re at in representing clients and running their own firm or being a part of a bigger mission for the community. They do their best to keep professionalism to its […] Read More
Posted on: May 8, 2018 by Huntersure
Unfortunately for those in the legal field, malpractice claims can become more common if communication is not effective. When a client expects one result, but gets another then they are inclined to sue or bring up attorney malpractice allegations. Legal firms and individual lawyers can take measures to prevent this kind of controversy by being […] Read More
Posted on: April 18, 2018 by Huntersure
When most people hear the word “malpractice,” they assume it only relates to something in the medical field. In fact, legal malpractice is a very real concern for those working as legal professionals. Not only that, this kind of claim has been on the rise for some time and firms large and small are vulnerable. […] Read More
Posted on: April 11, 2018 by Huntersure
When law professionals invest in coverage particular to their own needs it’s a good step to insure their reputation. But beyond a basic policy, like Attorney Liability Insurance, which covers lawyers in the event of financial loss due to errors and omissions, there can be an added layer of protection offered to them through third-party […] Read More
Posted on: April 4, 2018 by Huntersure
Medical malpractice is a growing concern in the medical field and it’s not just targeting doctors and surgeons. According to Nurses Service Organization (NSO), malpractice claims are on the rise including a 58% increase over a five-year period for licensed practical nurses. Defined as a wrongful act by a physician, nurse, or other medical professional […] Read More