Ethics Issues in Torts

Question 1

Contingency Fees

Answer 1

1. Agreement must be in writing;
2. Agreement must be signed by the client;
3. Must have “statement of client rights;” and
4. Must be cancellable by the client within 3 days of execution.

Question 2

Solicitation of Clients

Answer 2

PI: cannot solicit, directly or indirectly, for first 30 days from accident

in other fields: can indirectly solicit clients from beginning