Posted on: November 1, 2018 by Huntersure
This blog was originally published on September 12, 2017. It was updated and re-published on November 1, 2018. Conflicts of interest and ethical rules have the power to limit who lawyers represent. It’s important for legal professionals to not cross the line and make sure they’re keeping their work and their intentions in check before […] Read More
Posted on: October 18, 2018 by Huntersure
In a study of the latest data related to legal malpractice, numbers show that new claims may be stabilizing, but remain well above historical experience. The study, according to Law.com, looked at how claims leveled off in 2016 as the cost to defend attorney malpractice insurance claims continued to escalate. The study highlighted nine liability […] Read More
Posted on: October 11, 2018 by Huntersure
Legal malpractice insurance for attorneys is a fundamental layer of protection for legal professionals. This kind of insurance protects against claims of negligence and errors and omissions among others, and can safeguard attorneys against threats to their bottom line and reputation. However, only one state in the country, Oregon, requires lawyers to carry legal malpractice […] Read More
Posted on: October 4, 2018 by Huntersure
Engagement letters are a crucial piece of protection for any law professional looking to avoid malpractice claims. These letters help confirm the representation’s plans for the services they are set to provide to a client. From billing rates to contingency agreements, expense costs to overall responsibilities, these letters are helpful in making every intention of […] Read More
Posted on: September 20, 2018 by Huntersure
When it comes to audit quality at accounting firms, there’s always room for improvement. While accountants have it in their bloodstream to be meticulous and cover all needed tasks of a project with the utmost quality, there still needs to be an avoidance of hitting a plateau. Firms needs to continue to strengthen their focus […] Read More
Posted on: July 19, 2018 by Huntersure
When an attorney starts out with a solo practice there’s plenty to consider such as area of practice and what kind of cases they’ll take on. The most important consideration should be proper coverage to protect against malpractice lawsuits. However, attorney professional liability insurance, while an important component of any new or solo legal professional, […] Read More
Posted on: July 12, 2018 by Huntersure
In today’s world of instant connectivity and availability to information, the trend of streamlined technology has helped essentially all industries. In the legal field, technology has impacted communication with clients with an easier and more agile experience overall. However, this faster and higher level of communication can come with a bit of blowback as technology […] Read More
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: 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 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