Medical negligence?

It would improper for your attorney to contact the adjuster directly once they have assigned counsel. Just as it would be improper for the adjuster or their attorney to contact you directly now that you have counsel.

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Both sides of a case are entitled to be represented by counsel. Your attorney may deal with the claims professional handling the claim for the defendant but needs to speak with the attorney representing the defendant unless your attorney is given permission to speak directly with the claims professional. The fact your attorney speaks with another attorney does not hurt your chances of settlement, and in a lot of cases may facilitate a settlement being reached. Good luck.

This answer does not establish the existence of an attorney-client relationship nor is there any guarantee this advice will be successful in a court of law. A meeting to discuss your specific facts and a review of court orders and other relevant documents is needed for proper guidance and advice.

You have a lawyer. You need to talk to YOUR lawyer. Lawyers talk to lawyers and adjusters. All we can do is guess if its good or bad.

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Once an attorney is involved on behalf of an insured doctor, the attorney for the plaintiff communicates with the doctor's attorney. On rare occasions, the defense attorney and the adjuster may agree to allow the plaintiff's attorney to communicate directly with the adjuster, but that would be unusual.

This is offered for general informational purposes only, is not intended to be relied upon in any specific situation, and does not establish an attorney client relationship. If you have specific questions, and wish to obtain legal advice for your situation, please contact an attorney of your choice.

Plaintiff's attorney's often speak with defense attorneys about settlement. Nothing unusual here. Pick up the phone and speak with your own attorney. Ask questions.

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