January 7, 2019

The alleged breach of an attorney's fiduciary duty.

Practice point:  The cause of action is governed by the same standard as a legal malpractice claim, and it fails if the plaintiff does not establish the "but for" element.

Knox v. Aaronson, Mayefsky & Sloan, LLP, (1st Dep't December 27, 2018)

Here is the decision.