Preventing Attorney Professional Liability Claims: Effective Client Communication

Posted on: May 8, 2018 by Huntersure

Unfortunately for those in the legal field, malpractice claims can become more common if communication is not effective. When a client expects one result, but gets another then they are inclined to sue or bring up attorney malpractice allegations. Legal firms and individual lawyers can take measures to prevent this kind of controversy by being […] Read More

How Firm Size Affects Malpractice Claims

Posted on: April 18, 2018 by Huntersure

When most people hear the word “malpractice,” they assume it only relates to something in the medical field. In fact, legal malpractice is a very real concern for those working as legal professionals. Not only that, this kind of claim has been on the rise for some time and firms large and small are vulnerable. […] Read More

Liability Coverage for Small Versus Large Law Firms

Posted on: March 29, 2018 by Huntersure

Lawyers and other legal professionals know the potential risks their clients may be vulnerable to. But what they should also be on the lookout for are potential risks and threats against themselves as professionals in the legal field. Small, mid-sized, and large firms alike all face exposures to credibility including malpractice lawsuits. Having the right […] Read More

Common Misconceptions About Attorney Liability Insurance

Posted on: March 22, 2018 by Huntersure

The relationship between a lawyers and their client may be anything but consistent. A legal professional may be committed to a client, but the client may not meet them halfway. Lawyers of all kinds in a wide range of practice size face potential risks and exposures as malpractice lawsuits are becoming more common. If you’re […] Read More

Mitigating Libel & Slander: Cease and Desist Letter

Posted on: December 12, 2017 by Huntersure

Lawyers handle various types of cases each day, ranging from severe corporate accusations to personal lawsuits. However, rather than filing a lawsuit and start the litigation process, lawyers can minimize the damage done and costs incurred by advising their counsel to send a cease and desist letter instead. Especially when it comes to libel and […] Read More

Stand-Alone Prior Acts Coverage for Lawyers

Posted on: December 2, 2016 by Huntersure

In its most standard definition, Lawyers’ Prior Acts Coverage means that the lawyer or attorney is covered for acts, errors, or omissions that occurred prior to their insurance policy’s inception date. But, why would your clients need such a policy? Well, imagine one of their lawyers leaves the firm, retires, or switches to in-house counsel. […] Read More

Handling Internal Investigations

Posted on: November 11, 2016 by Huntersure

As American companies are constantly held accountable for the actions of their employees, having the right protections and internal controls in place is critical to the firm’s success and longevity. Further, preparing for potential governmental investigations should also be considered, as the way in which companies navigate the complex strategic questions that frequently come up […] Read More

First Time General Counsel Considerations

Posted on: July 22, 2016 by Huntersure

While it may be rewarding to become a company’s first in-house counsel, it is also likely to be inherently challenging. While your law clients will undoubtedly get to put their personal stamps in their company’s law sector, the obstacles they are going to face when building a law department from the ground up is inevitable. […] Read More

Handling an Internal Investigation

Posted on: July 13, 2016 by Huntersure

Oftentimes, when an investigation is launched, lawyers don’t have time to figure out how to manage it. Unfortunately, fraud and other illegal conduct are common issues faced by the law sector, and mitigating the risks of an internal investigation are almost inevitable. As we discuss how to prepare for an internal investigation, ensure your firm […] Read More

Reasons Companies Hire General Counsel

Posted on: March 16, 2016 by Huntersure

The decision to hire in-house general counsel is one that requires plenty of planning and preparation. While these lawyers seek to reduce and manage the company’s risk, they need to be equipped with a comprehensive Lawyer Professional Liability policy. Here are some of the following reasons that corporations and large businesses decide to switch from […] Read More