Can you sue someone else on their behalf?

The bottom line is that cases where you’re able to sue on someone else’s behalf are rare, but as in all personal injury cases, consulting with an attorney is the first step in finding out the necessary steps to take, and the most advisable course of action. Contact an Attorney Today to Discuss Legal Options

Can a lawyer be sued by a non-client?

Attorneys may occasionally be liable to non-clients if the attorney makes a false misrepresentation that the attorney knows will be relied upon by the non-client. These claims are discussed in more detail in the section of the site relating to who may sue attorneys.

Can a lawyer be sued for not disclosing facts?

An attorney may also commit fraud by failing to disclose or concealing facts if the attorney knows the client is unaware of the facts and the attorney intends to induce the client into taking some action by concealing the facts.

Can a lawyer be sued for committing fraud?

Fraud. Attorneys may also be sued for committing fraud on their clients. An attorney commits fraud if he makes a misrepresentation that he knows is false with the intent that the client act on it and the client eventually acts on it. An attorney may also commit fraud by failing to disclose or concealing facts if the attorney knows the client is …

Can a lawyer be sued for something he did not do?

An attorney is not liable to his client simply because he does not obtain a favorable result. To prevail, the client must show the attorney acted improperly in one of the following ways.

Can a civil personal attorney help you obtain a court order?

A civil personal attorney in your state can help you obtain the court order. In addition to removal, there are civil and criminal remedies for this type of abuse. You do not need to choose between them. It is possible to recover in civil court and criminal court for the same conduct.