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How to Prove Attorney Negligence in Florida When Your Lawyer Misses a Statute of Limitations Deadline

In Florida, you can prove attorney negligence for a missed statute of limitations by showing (1) an attorney-client duty, (2) breach by missing the filing deadline, (3) causation—“you would have won/collected” the underlying case, and (4) damages. These “legal malpractice” claims often hinge on proving the underlying case within the malpractice case and filing your […]

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How to Prove Attorney Negligence in a Missed Statute of Limitations Case in California

Missing California’s statute of limitations can be attorney negligence if it falls below the standard of care and causes a client to lose a valid claim. These cases often turn on exact filing deadlines, tolling rules, and whether the underlying lawsuit would likely have succeeded. This article explains the proof required, key California deadlines, evidence