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**What Happened** A client sued Coffinas Law Firm for legal malpractice, claiming the lawyers failed to properly handle their case. The law firm argued the lawsuit was filed too late under the statute of limitations - the legal deadline for filing such claims. A trial court initially dismissed most of the client's claims, agreeing they were filed too late. **What the Court Decided** An appeals court disagreed with the trial court and brought most of the malpractice claims back to life. The appeals court found there were factual questions about whether the "continuous representation doctrine" applied. This legal rule can extend the deadline for filing malpractice claims if the lawyer continued working on the client's case. The court said a jury should decide whether this rule applied, rather than dismissing the case outright. **Why This Matters for Workers** This ruling is important because it shows that deadlines for suing lawyers aren't always set in stone. If your attorney continues working on your case, you may have more time to file a malpractice claim than you think. However, these timing rules are complex, so anyone considering legal action should consult with another attorney promptly to understand their rights and deadlines.