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Legal Malpractice Claim Information

Nationally from 2004 to 2007, 44,000 claims were asserted against insured lawyers.
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Motor Vehicle Accident Information

There is a death caused by a motor vehicle crash every 12 minutes.
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Social Security Disability Information

Seventy one percent of all initial claims filed in the state of Ohio are denied.
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Worker's Compensation Information

In 2004, 42,000 Ohio workers suffered back injuries while at work.
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Insurance Bad Faith Information

Claims payouts for the entire property-casualty industry have decreased each year for the past decade.
Wrongful Death Cases 
Wrongful Death Information

In 2003 there were over 100,000 deaths in the United States due
to unintentional injuries.

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When you hire a lawyer, he is bound by ethical rules and standards that have been written into law, to ensure that your rights are protected. When a client's best interests are not served and you believe you attorney committed malpractice, then you need help. Examples of attorney malpractice include:

  • Missing the Statute of Limitations

  • Failure to respond timely to opponents motions

  • Case settlement without permission

  • Failure to advise of a settlement offer

  • Missing court dates or deadlines

  • Improper sexual relations with client

  • Failure to file the correct claims

  • Criminal conduct such as fraud or perjury

  • Conflict of interest

YOU HAVE ONLY ONE YEAR TO FILE SUIT FROM THE LATEST OF THE FOLLOWING :

  • The date of negligence;

  • The date you were last represented;

  • The date a reasonable person should have investigate whether malpractice occurred.

If you believe your case was mishandled, you can file a disciplinary grievance or complaint with a disciplinary committee such as the Ohio Supreme Court and/or file a legal malpractice lawsuit against your attorney in civil court.

Still need more information? CLICK HERE to read Scott Stewart's thoughts and experiences handling these types of claims.
Do you have questions regarding a potential legal malpractice claim? Let Scott Stewart provide the experienced representation necessary to pursue this type of claim. Give Scott a call today!
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There is no charge for the initial consultation, whether by e-mail, telephone or by office visit. So, please do not hesitate to set up an appointment today. Fill out the case evaluation form at the bottom of the page to let us know how we may assist you with your legal matter.

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Scott Stewart is listed in the Best Lawyers of America for 2010Scott Stewart is AV rated which is the highest attainable rating for ethical standards and legal abilityScott Stewart is a member of both the Million and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates ForumScott Stewart is listed in the 2010 Super Lawyer DirectoryStewart and DeChant has been published in the Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers
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