It is almost unimaginable. First, you are the victim of a personal injury accident, then your lawyer negligently handles the case, and once again you are a victim. If you received inadequate representation, Michael D. Waks is a legal malpractice lawyer in Long Beach who can review your case for free and help you plot the way forward.
Personal injury attorneys are generally dedicated to protecting their clients’ legal rights and fighting for the maximum compensation. Sometimes, however, lawyers make mistakes, often as a result of incompetence or inexperience. You should not have to pay for those mistakes.
If you think a personal injury lawyer mishandled your case in a way that changed the outcome, contact Michael D. Waks for a free case review. Michael is uniquely qualified to represent victims of legal malpractice. Because Michael Waks also specializes in personal injury cases, he can easily identify where mistakes were made. Call (888) 394-1174 to learn more.
Examples of Legal Malpractice
Bad lawyering is not necessarily legal malpractice. Legal malpractice exists when a lawyer is negligent in handling a case.
Examples of legal malpractice include:
- Failing to file a lawsuit within the required Statute of Limitations period
- Failing to file documents in a timely fashion
- Failing to hire the necessary experts required to present your case
- Failing to oppose certain motions
- Stealing trust account funds
The Law Office of Michael D. Waks has significant experience handling legal malpractice claims in Long Beach and throughout Southern California. Michael Waks believes lawyers who negligently represent their clients need to be held accountable for the harm they caused.
Michael Waks has been fighting insurance companies on behalf of his clients for over 30 years.
If you have been the victim of legal malpractice do not delay; the Statute of Limitations for legal malpractice is one (1) year. Call (888) 394-1174 today for a free consultation.
Contact a Legal Malpractice Attorney in Long Beach, CA for a Free Consultation
Legal malpractice lawyer Michael D. Waks has more than 38 years of experience overseeing personal injury claims and has earned an AV Preeminent rating from the Martindale-Hubbell attorney ratings information service—the highest peer rating standard awarded. Michael provides free consultations to victims of legal malpractice, and he will not charge any fees unless your case is successful.
Michael D. Waks has a track record of success both in and out of court, helping his clients secure multiple six- and seven-figure financial awards. If you would like to schedule a free initial consultation, reach out to us at (888) 394-1174.