Ante-Litem Notice Failure
You trusted your lawyer to file all the necessary paperwork by the required deadlines. But if they failed, you could be left without your day in court. For example, an attorney representing someone filing a lawsuit against a government entity like a city or county must file something called an ante-litem notice. Negligent failure to do this can get your case dismissed, regardless of how much evidence is on your side.
At Ney Rhein, LLC, we understand the frustration and financial loss that can result from an attorney’s careless mistakes. We are one of the few firms in Georgia that focuses on legal malpractice. For over a decade, we have taken negligent attorneys to court, holding them accountable for their errors. Residents in Lawrenceville and the surrounding areas trust us because of our deep understanding of Georgia’s legal malpractice law and considerable history of success.
What Is An Ante-Litem Notice?
An ante-litem notice is a formal notification required before suing a government entity for damages. This step is crucial in the legal process. When your attorney fails to handle this notice correctly, you may be unable to seek compensation. Common mistakes include:
- Incorrectly filling out the notice
- Failing to submit the notice
- Not submitting the notice on time
- Not using the notice when they should have
These errors can sabotage your case and leave you without the compensation you deserve, forcing you to pay the costs of your physical or financial injury yourself. However, a legal malpractice suit against your former attorney could help set things right.
How We Help
At Ney Rhein, LLC, we step in when other lawyers fail. If your original lawyer did not properly handle the ante-litem notice, we hold them accountable. We work to recover the compensation you likely would have received had your original case moved forward. Our firm’s focus on legal malpractice means we have the experience and dedication to take negligent attorneys to court.
We invite you to call 404-963-9519 or email us to schedule a consultation. Let us help you get the justice you deserve.