The No Pay No Gain Medico-legal World in New York
A new order by Governor Pataki has taken effect regarding medical malpractice in New York regarding lawyer fees. No pay no gain, that is.
Lawyers are now not required to charge clients for expenses they incurred regarding the case especially if their client lost. This is a fair and beneficial proposition for those who have suffered because of human error.
Before, even though medical malpractice ended in mishaps, clients are still charged with thousands of dollars. This almost seemed double whips of bad luck and twice the injury to the clients who are simply trying to be compensated for their lost. Lawyers pursue their clients to be reimbursed for the costs they have received while working on the case. In advertisements and contracts, clients are reminded they are responsible for any legal fees acquired in their case. This is very unfair for those who have been a victim of a simple mistake with drastic consequences.
Unfortunately, although this rule has taken effect some lawyers do not adhere and still ask for reimbursement from unsuspecting clients. Some take advantage of their knowledge in law and put a single statement in their contract that make them legally able to do so.
When hiring a medical malpractice attorney or filing a personal injury case, make sure that you set the records straight. Read the contract first and make sure that you are not required to pay costs that your lawyer incurred during the case even if you lost. By the appropriate use of the law, whatever the outcome is, it will be fair to all concerned.
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