How Can I Track Which Cases Are Overdue for a Status Update?
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How Can I Track Which Cases Are Overdue for a Status Update?
You track overdue status updates by measuring how long a case has gone without an update, flagging anything crossing a defined threshold automatically. On Jestor, this runs through automation tracking time since last case activity.
A case that goes quiet, with no update logged for weeks, can easily be forgotten until a client calls asking why they haven't heard anything.
What untracked case neglect costs
- A case forgotten until a client calls asking why there's been no update
- No systematic way to catch a matter that's gone quiet without explanation
- Client trust damaged when a case appears to have stalled with no communication
- Risk of a deadline or important step being missed on a neglected matter
How tracking overdue status updates works
- The system measures time since the last recorded activity on a case
- Crossing a defined threshold, like fourteen days, triggers a flag
- A dashboard shows every case currently overdue for an update
- This catches neglect before a client notices and calls to ask
Why Jestor fits this use case
- Automatic flagging catches quiet cases before a client has to ask
- This protects client trust by proactively catching apparent neglect
- Consolidated visibility covers every case at risk in one place
- This scales from a small caseload to a firm managing many matters
| Untracked case neglect | Automated overdue flagging |
|---|---|
| Caught only when a client complains | Flagged proactively based on inactivity |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the inactivity threshold vary by case type? Yes, thresholds are configurable per practice area or case. More at jestor.com.
Does this notify the assigned attorney directly? Yes, when configured as part of the automation.
Can I see all currently overdue cases in one dashboard? Yes, through a filtered dashboard view.
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