Which Biglaw Firm Just Got Hit With A $200 Million Malpractice Verdict?
Above the Law examines a recent malpractice verdict against Andrews Kurth that carries a $200 million jolt for the Texas firm.
“The proposed order seeks an award of more than $196 million in actual damages, $20.7 million in prejudgment interest, and an additional sum, to be determined, in postjudgment interest.” David Lat reports in the blog.
The report offers a reminder to lawyers: “be careful about what you say in those internal emails. You might view them as protected by attorney-client privilege, but if your client ends up suing you, the emails could be discoverable.”