Legal Question in Personal Injury in Florida
Plaintiff Attorney Contacting Defendant directly
Is it legal for a plaintiff's attorney to directly contact a defendant who has an attorney in a personal injury suit in Florida? In New York- this is illegal.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Plaintiff Attorney Contacting Defendant directly
Unless the defendant's attorney consents, the plaintiff's lawyer cannot communicate directly with the defendant. The Florida Bar prohibits it, and the lawyer who does it can suffer serious sanctions.
Re: Plaintiff Attorney Contacting Defendant directly
It is not proper for an attorney to contact or otherwise communicate with an individual directly if that individual is represented by an attorney in a personal injury matter or any other matter.
Any violation would probably be dealt with by the Florida Bar as an ethical violation. You may call the Florida Bar at (800) 342-8060 for further information.
Scott R. Jay, Esq. 305-249-8000
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