Professional conduct in litigation
Truck accident cases are often complex, contentious, and high-stakes. Attorneys must adhere to strict professional conduct rules during litigation to ensure fairness, integrity, and respect for the justice system.
Ethics and professional responsibilities
Advertising and solicitation rules
Lawyers may advertise their services, but strict ethical rules regulate how they market and solicit clients. In truck accident law, these rules protect the public from misleading or aggressive practices while preserving professional integrity.
Client communication standards
Strong communication between attorneys and clients is essential for trust and effective representation. In truck accident cases, ethical rules require lawyers to keep clients informed and involved in key decisions.
Contingency fee arrangements
Truck accident victims often cannot afford to pay legal fees upfront. Contingency fee arrangements allow attorneys to represent clients without requiring payment unless compensation is recovered.
Conflicts of interest in truck accident representation
Lawyers must provide loyal, undivided representation to their clients. In truck accident cases, conflicts of interest can arise when an attorney’s duties to one client interfere with duties to another or with their own personal interests.
Attorney-client privilege
Attorney-client privilege is a cornerstone of legal ethics, ensuring clients can communicate openly with their lawyers. In truck accident cases, this protection is vital for building trust and preparing strong claims or defenses.