What is Cyber Liability Insurance, and Why Do You Need It?
Cyber liability insurance will cover your firm’s cost to recover from a data breach, virus, or other cyber-attack. This type of insurance is essential for law firms. Here is why: Why Firms Need Cyber Liability Insurance In today’s world, almost everything is stored on computers, phones, tablets, and other forms of technology. These phones and tablets […]
Best of Wisconsin Law Journal 2022
We are proud to be named the 2022 Best of Wisconsin Law Journal winner for malpractice insurance. One thing has been true about us since our creation in 1986: we are dedicated to protecting the financial security of Wisconsin lawyers and the clients they serve. https://www.bestofwlj.com/services
Most Common Legal Malpractice Errors
It is not easy to be a lawyer. Every day attorneys have to be diligent and focused so that they do not make a serious error that could affect their client’s outcome. If this were to happen, they could face a malpractice claim and risk losing their legal license! The four most common types of […]
Wisconsin Lawyer: Managing Risk Opening the Floodgates
For law firms, the most important ability is availability. Are you prepared to keep your practice operating in the face of weather events such as summer storms and floods? Read more here.
WILMIC Cyber Liability Insurance
Whether you are a new attorney or an attorney with over 20 years of experience, the world wide web is becoming a habitable space for hackers. Hackers infiltrate into attorney’s sites because attorneys have personal information about their clients such as social security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and birth dates. Therefore, cyber insurance is vital […]
Wisconsin Criminal Statute of Limitations
One of the most common types of malpractice claims that people file against attorneys is failure to inform of Statute of Limitations deadlines. Not filing an action timely can result in the client losing their case. This can result in a malpractice claim being filed against the attorney. Having malpractice insurance is a great way […]
Top 10 Malpractice Traps
Do not fall into these malpractice traps! Continue reading for the top ten you need to look out for. 1. Missing Deadlines Do not miss deadlines! Calendaring errors are one of the leading causes of legal malpractice claims. An effortless way to avoid this issue is to make sure your office has a string central […]
Malpractice Insurance FAQ For The New or Suddenly Solo Attorneys
Not sure if you need to obtain legal malpractice insurance? Wondering how much insurance you need, or where to find it? Click to answer these questions, and more!
Tips for Lawyers Dealing With Legal Malpractice Claims
If you are an attorney facing a legal malpractice claim, it is understandable if you become discouraged or fearful. Do not worry, follow the tips linked below when fighting for your case. https://www.dentons.com/en/insights/newsletters/2018/march/7/practice-tips-for-lawyers/to-fight-legal-malpractice-claims-consider-these-habits-and-defenses
Managing Risk when Running a Small Law Firm
Whether small or large, running a law firm can be very risky. In order to mitigate the risk, it is smart to have legal malpractice insurance. WILMIC can offer insurance for up to $10 million in errors. Visit our website to find out what policy is best for you.