Introduction
A personal injury lawyer in
Pennsylvania has been disbarred for neglecting cases in Western Pennsylvania.
The attorney, Christopher Thompson, was charged with failing to render service
or communicate with clients who could have been entitled to monetary damages
from his clients' accidents.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has
disbarred Bryan Pilkerton, a personal injury lawyer from Western Pennsylvania,
for failing to respond to a client's claims. Since 2009, Bryan Pilkerton
has been responsible for handling over $3 million in claims for clients many of
which have already settled their cases after receiving his services.
A personal injury lawyer in
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania who has been disbarred for more than three years says
he will fight to get his license back. The attorney, Michael W. Thomas, was
also ordered to pay $10,000 in fines and restitution to three clients.
Real
estate settlement services.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has
disbarred a lawyer for neglecting his client's cases.
In a decision released Thursday, the
court found that attorney Thomas Paul Weiss, who practices in Pittsburgh, was
guilty of professional misconduct for failing to communicate with clients and
to represent them adequately.
Weiss' law firm had been suspended
from practice since January 2015 after he was accused of neglecting cases and
misappropriating client funds.
The state Court of Judicial
Discipline said Weiss had practiced without a license since 2005.
The court said it issued its order
today because it did not want to wait until June 25 - the date by which it must
consider whether to remove an attorney from the rolls - when a disciplinary
panel will hear his case in Philadelphia.
How
do I know if I have a real case?
If you are in a car accident, there
are many things that can be done to help you. A good lawyer can help you get
the compensation you deserve and prevent any further problems.
However, there are some things you
should know before hiring a lawyer. If it is your first time hiring a lawyer,
or if you have never had any issues with them before this is a good place to
start.
You should always ask yourself:
- Is my case worth getting into court?
- Will I go bankrupt if I do not hire an attorney?
- Do I have enough money to pay for an attorney?
- Do I have enough money to pay for medical bills?
What
is the value of my case?
It's a good question, and one we
always ask when we are hired. The value of your case depends on many things,
including the injuries you have suffered and how severe they are, what kind of
compensation you're entitled to, and whether or not you have any witnesses to
testify at trial.
If someone has been injured due to
the negligence of another person or entity, they should be compensated for
their damages. Compensation may include medical bills, lost wages and/or lost
earning capacity as well as pain and suffering.
The amount of compensation will
depend on many factors including:
* The
severity of your injuries
* The
age and health of you and your family members (children)
* Your
occupation and income level
* How
long it takes for you to recover from your injuries
How
do I choose a lawyer?
The attorney's experience and
qualifications. A good personal injury lawyer should have extensive experience
handling cases in your area and across the country. In addition, he or she
should have been admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania for at least five
years before you hire him or her.
The attorney's methods of handling
your case. This will depend on your particular circumstances, but generally
speaking, an experienced personal injury lawyer will try to get you the best
possible result on your case.
You should consider the following:
1.
Do they have experience? Lawyers with experience are better at making sure that
your case is won or lost.
2.
Can they afford you? You don't want to spend your money on a lawyer who is not
able to take on your case or who has other clients that may get in the way of
your case's outcome.
3.
Does their office look neat and professional? This may make you feel more
comfortable with them as a person before even meeting them in person, so it is
important that it looks good too!
What if I can't afford a lawyer?
You don't have to pay for legal
representation. The law firm of Scott & Fonrosa is committed to providing
our clients with quality legal services at reasonable rates. We offer a free
initial consultation and can assist you in determining whether you qualify for
financial assistance. If you are eligible, we will work with you to develop a
payment plan that works for both parties. You can also speak with one of our
attorneys about how we may be able to help you with your case.
What if I need help paying my legal
bills?
If you are facing financial
hardship, we may be able to help by arranging payment plans on your behalf. We
also have resources available for those who cannot afford legal representation
but still need assistance in resolving their case. For instance, some clients
choose to do pro bono work while others volunteer as court-appointed guardians
ad litem (GALs).
Lawyer's
license is suspended.
A Washington County lawyer's license
was suspended for neglecting cases in Western Pennsylvania.
The discipline of the Pennsylvania
Board of Law Examiners came after an investigation into the failure to appear
of Donald C. Stute, Esq., at a hearing on Nov. 20, 2016. At issue is whether
Stute failed to appear at a hearing on his professional conduct because he was
busy with a case, or because he was ignoring the board's orders and failing to
respond to subpoenas.
During the course of the
investigation, it became clear that Stute would not be able to practice law
until he showed proof that he could handle his client's cases adequately.
However, Stute never had any proof that he could handle his client's cases
adequately because instead of showing proof, he simply ignored all requests for
evidence and refused to provide it.
Lawyer
Disbarred in Western Pennsylvania.
A western Pennsylvania lawyer has
been disbarred for neglecting his cases and failing to return clients' phone
calls.
The state Supreme Court on Tuesday
unanimously upheld the decision of a trial court that found Robert C. Boyd of
Pittsburgh had violated the rules of professional conduct.
Boyd was an attorney from 1986 until he was disbarred in 2011. The court's order said he neglected his cases, did not return clients' phone calls, failed to pay certain fees and failed to keep adequate records.
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