Can you Switch Auto Accident Attorneys In The Middle of a Case?

It is surprising to learn that we receive several telephone calls from car accident victims seeking new legal representation. It is not uncommon for people to contact us asking if they can switch over to our firm since they are extremely unhappy or uncomfortable with their previous attorney. The following factors tend to make individuals unhappy or uncomfortable with their attorney:

1. Failure to communicate:
   • The lawyer does not communicate with them.
   • The lawyer does not return their calls.
   • They never get calls from the law firm regarding their case or updating them as their case progresses.
2. Unprofessional conduct:
   • The attorney does not talk with them professionally.
   • Missed deadlines.
   • Failure to file documents timely.
   • Repeated extensions of time.
   • Inconsistent advice.
   • Lack of experience with your case type.
3. They don’t trust their attorney. The attorney-client relationship is built upon mutual trust, so if you’ve lost trust in your attorney, it’s most likely time to reevaluate.

What Do You Do When You Wish To Change Injury Lawyers?

Switching personal injury lawyers is possible, which is good news. The first thing you should do is not fire your old lawyer until you have spoken to a new one. In the course of looking for competent counsel, you might find that you miss an upcoming deadline. As a precaution, you should always keep a copy of the backup fee arrangement that you have signed and that you have already signed. If you have a contingency fee agreement, it will most definitely state that you have the right to switch attorneys at any time during the course of the case. Even if the contingency agreement does not specifically state that this is the case, Florida law does not stipulate that you are bound to any one attorney during the entire process. As a result of losing confidence in your lawyer, you do not need permission from your lawyer or anyone else to seek and receive a second opinion. The process of getting a second opinion does not necessarily mean that you must fire your lawyer and hire a new one. However, it is certainly your right to do so at any time. In order to formally fire your lawyer, you need to do so in a formal letter. Therefore, reach out to our team of personal injury attorneys as soon as possible. They can take many of the burdens off your shoulders so you can concentrate on your recovery by handling your case.

Do You Have to Pay Your First Injury Attorney?

Whether or not you need to pay your very first attorney if you decide to switch attorneys, is something that your first attorney, as well as second lawyer, will exercise with each other. Whatever the percent charged, both lawyers will certainly collaborate to break up that percentage. You are not billed two times. The same percentage of fees will apply to the new lawyer. The new attorney who will take over the case will simply split the corresponding fee with the old attorney if the old attorney claims fees or costs for the time they had possession of the case.

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Trial Pro P.A. Law Office is pleased to serve clients and provide exceptional service and value long-term relationships with our clients throughout the State of Florida, including our office in Central Florida. Our devoted paralegals and accident attorneys handle various legal issues, from labor conflicts bodily injury to personal injury lawsuits. Our Orlando accident attorneys can apply our knowledge and legal abilities to assist you not only achieve a desirable outcome but relieve the legal stress from your shoulders at the same time. Our whole team is aware of how strenuous and challenging a lawsuit might be, which is the reason why we are ready for you through each step of the process.

Our Orlando Florida accident attorneys understand that it is very tough to pursue an injury insurance claim without the assistance provided by an experienced and well-informed accident attorney. The proper legal representative can assist you in identifying exactly how the evidence of your claim supports your qualifications to pursue a settlement. Considering to sort this out by yourself could be difficult given the already serious ramifications you are coping with following a traffic collision. We understand how to piece together this relevant information and fight for our clients. It's common to have questions and concerns about the legal process.