Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in New York
Liability of plaintiff
Is the plaintiff in a medical malpractice suit, in which his or her attorney takes the case on a contingency fee basis, liable for any costs (e.g. court costs, opposing attorney's fees) if the suit is not successful?
Asked on 1/16/03, 1:55 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert R. Groezinger
GroezingerLaw P.C.
Re: Liability of plaintiff
Your retainer agreement must, by law, provide that the client is responsible for all expenses associated with the case;...usually this is at the conclusion of the matter.
Adverse attorney fees are not part of this.
Good Luck
RRG
Answered on 1/16/03, 2:11 pm
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