Supreme Court of Louisiana
In Re: Joseph M. Bruno
October 9, 20172017 La. LEXIS 2199
Summary
The court found that Joseph M. Bruno neglected a client's insurance claim, failed to communicate adequately, and allowed the client's claim to prescribe, violating professional-conduct rules. Considering the actual but minimal harm, the negligent and knowing nature of the misconduct, and aggravating and mitigating factors, the court imposed a ninety-day suspension, with all but thirty days deferred. Justice Genovese, dissenting, would have adopted the hearing committee's recommended sanction.