Summary
To sue for legal malpractice in New York, you must prove your attorneys negligence caused you harm. Seek a malpractice attorney quickly due to strict statute of limitations. If struggling to find one, use online directories, local bar associations, or legal aid organizations for assistance.Full Conversation
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Hello ****, I'm here to provide you with some legal guidance. Could you please clarify the specific legal issue you need assistance with? Also, your location would be helpful for providing more relevant information.
wirh legal malpractice
Hello ****, legal malpractice generally involves proving two points:
*. Your lawyer made a mistake or was negligent in handling your case.
*. The outcome of your case would have been different without the mistake or negligence.
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Yes
Hello ****, thank you for the information. Could you please specify your location? It will help me provide more accurate legal guidance regarding malpractice laws in your area.
Lindenhurst ny
Hello ****, in New York, you can sue for legal malpractice if you can prove:
- Your attorney failed to exercise the ordinary reasonable skill and knowledge commonly possessed by a member of the legal profession.
- The attorney's negligence caused a loss or injury.
- You suffered actual damages as a result.
Who do I go to
If you believe you have a legal malpractice case in Lindenhurst, NY, you should seek assistance from a malpractice attorney. They can guide you through the process of filing a complaint against your previous attorney. It's crucial to act quickly due to strict statute of limitations.
Can’t find one
I understand your difficulty, ****. You might find it helpful to use online directories like the American Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Directory. Or you can call your local bar association in Suffolk County for a referral.
Have and no help
Sorry to hear that, ****. You can try reaching out to the New York State Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service. They can help you find a legal malpractice attorney in your area.
Have they can’t help
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. You could consider reaching out to legal aid organizations in New York. They might be able to provide assistance or further referrals.
Yes I been given no help
I'm really sorry to hear about your situation, ****. You might consider contacting the Legal Services Corporation. It's a nonprofit organization that provides free legal aid to low-income individuals. They might be able to guide you further.