how to check discoipline record of lawyer

How to check if the personal injury attorney I am considering has a disciplinary record with the State Bar of California?

Most states, including California, have State Bar Associations who are charged with making sure lawyers in that state are in compliance with the rules which govern the practice of law.

Example of Attorney State Bar Web Page of Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer, Steven M. Sweat

As an example, here is my web page with the California Bar: http://members.calbar.ca.gov/fal/Member/Detail/181867

Importance of doing a background check on an attorney prior to hiring them to represent you or your family in a personal injury or wrongful death claim in California

Hiring an attorney to represent you after an injury or when a close family member is killed due to negligence or a wrongful act is a very grave and important decision. As I have blogged about in other posts, retaining an accident lawyer is not something that should be done based upon a 30 second T.V.

What is a lawyer's track record?

A lawyer’s track record is a clear indicator of how good an attorney is at their job. That’s why it’s so important to look at your lawyer’s track record before you get one for the job. However, not everyone knows how to do so. Here’s how to research an attorney track record before you sign any retainer agreement and get trusted personal attorney.

Is word on the street credible?

Word on the street isn’t a very credible source of information, but there’s always some truth to it. A lawyer’s street cred will speak volumes about their credibility and attorney track record. Try to get some recommendations from family and friends for some great lawyers.