2006-08-21 11:44:44 · 6 answers · asked by carl z 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Yes. But it's not right.
2006-08-21 11:50:11 · answer #1 · answered by Catspaw 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it depends on when you first consulted your attorney. If it was just recently, then yes that would be common, if it was a year ago, after the injury took place, it would be uncommon. Attorneys like to know whether or not they have a good case -- one that is going to win. Attorneys do not usually do the interviewing, though, it will normally always be done by their paralegal or legal assistant. Contact your lawyers paralegal/legal assistant to get an update on your case, is there a trial date set? will there be a trial? is there talk of a settlement? has your lawyer even filed a lawsuit yet?
If none of those things have been done yet, I would suggest a second legal opinion. There is nothing wrong with that. You are only looking out for yourself and the best interest here is you, especially if there are ongoing medical bills.
Good Luck!!
2006-08-21 11:56:06 · answer #2 · answered by Lexis 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
When someone employs an attorney to represent them (for anything) it's important that the attorney is communicative with the client (you). They are often busy and they have other clients and some of their cases are larger and more demanding than others. But if you ask your attorney a question such as the one above, he should provide at least some kind of answer. Some clients are always calling and doing more nagging than posing a real question that deserves a response. If you haven't asked your attorney the above question, you should. You may call and get his secretary and that's a good starting point. The secretary may know the answer or she can check with him or have him/her call you back.
If the attorney seems to be ignoring your and does not respond at all, or responds in a very unsatisfactory manner, you should consider taking your business to someone else. Not all attorneys exhibit the same level of professionalism and sensitivity to clients.
2006-08-21 12:25:48 · answer #3 · answered by nothing 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is common. Most lawyers won't talk to a witness until they absolutely have to; just before a deposition or trial, unless they don't believe you or there is some other significant factor that weighs against you.
2006-08-21 12:11:11 · answer #4 · answered by www.lvtrafficticketguy.com 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lawyers take their time and wait until the last minute to do anything , like sue!
2006-08-21 11:51:14 · answer #5 · answered by kvsmiller 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Fire him, he's been paid off, get another to take your case and sue him. Tell the Bar Assoc., they can disbar him.
Do it!!!!!
2006-08-21 11:51:18 · answer #6 · answered by helixburger 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋