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How can I change personal injury lawyers?

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 You always have the right to change lawyers. If you are unhappy with your injury lawyer, you should start by talking to them about your concerns as it is often in your best interests not to make a change while your case is ongoing. If your current lawyer is unable to address your concerns and your client-solicitor relationship has deteriorated to the point that you still feel uncomfortable continuing with them, you can consult another  personal injury lawyer in Ottawa . The new lawyer will likely meet with you to hear your concerns and obtain information about your case.  What you’ll have to do to change your personal injury lawyer   Once you have made the final decision to change your  accident lawyer in Ottawa , your new lawyer will obtain a direction from you, addressed to your former lawyer, asking for the file to be transferred to the new lawyer. Your new lawyer will also contact your former lawyer to advise them about the change and make any necessary arrangements for a smoo

Should I Consult a Lawyer Before Calling the Insurance Company?

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Television programs and the prevalence of internet legal advice has given many of us the idea that you should “say nothing to anybody”. In our opinion, this is not a reasonable way to be in relation to a personal injury matter. We think it is proper to be civil and polite, give basic information about who you are and a broad outline of what happened, especially at the scene of an accident/incident. Give a fulsome explanation of what occurred to the best of your knowledge. Try to say only what you “know” to be true and do not guess. Beyond that initial discussion or perhaps signing an incident report, it is best not to say much else and simply tell the insurance agent that you are going to seek legal advice and get an  accident lawyer in Ottawa . Do this right away or as soon as possible.  Seek legal advice before sharing more than the basics  Speaking with an insurance agent or adjuster after an accident is not the same as a criminal law matter. Presuming there is no criminality i