Have all the legal costs been covered?
In terms of Section 35(7) of the LPA, practising attorneys and trust account advocates must provide a written notice confirming a legal instruction and giving a cost estimate to a client upon receiving a formal instruction or as soon as practically possible thereafter. The written notice must include the following details: The likely financial implications, including fees, charges, disbursements and other costs; The hourly rate of […]
Legal recourse for medical malpractice victims
Consult: Firstly, it is highly recommended that you consult a personal injury attorney who specialises in medical malpractice claims. The attorney assists in determining the validity of the claim and advises on what to expect. The gathering of evidence is crucial and will ultimately validate whether there is a claim or not, this includes obtaining all medical records, expert opinions and, if relevant, witness statements. Test: For a medical […]