Joel E Antwi

Joel E Antwi

October 18, 2022 | New York Law Journal

But What About But-For Causation? Challenging Legal Malpractice Claims for Lack of Proximate Cause

In recent decisions, New York courts have shown a consistent willingness to dismiss malpractice claims where a plaintiff impermissibly speculates about the causal link between a lawyer's alleged negligence and the plaintiff's damages.

By Nicholas Cutaia and Joel E. Antwi

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