Can my lawyer dump me then charge me for my files
Your lawyer can choose to terminate your representation. If litigation has begun, they have to seek the court's permission, but it is generally...
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Your lawyer can choose to terminate your representation. If litigation has begun, they have to seek the court's permission, but it is generally...
Obviously, without reading your whole contract I cannot say. But generally speaking, yes, it is legal to have a late fee charge like the one you...
You can try, certainly. Whether it will get you anywhere, I cannot say. Such cases are relatively rare. I would start by consulting with a lawyer...
Have you called the lawyer about the situation? See if you can work it out? That is the best way. Sometimes lawyers mess up, it happens, and they...
There is a cap at what is considered "unconscionable." 100% would be unconscionable. If you have a case which is solidly winnable and is worth a...
Malpractice requires there to have been damage, and you don't state whether there was damage to your case. Whether there is malpractice or an...
It is very normal for an attorney to have medical records sent to his own office. I am not sure where else he would have them sent. Nor is there...
If it has been a while, say 30 days, or if your case is in danger, I would suggest you file a complaint with the office of disciplinary counsel due...
You are entitled to choose any attorney you like going forward. You are not required to work with the recommended lawyer, though, as you say, it is...
If the matter is completely unrelated and the first matter is over, then it is generally acceptable for the opposing party to hire that same lawyer...