Q: The judge split the case in a neglect and death case ,does my attorney gets paid for both settlements that was reach on
A: It is not clear from your inquiry what you mean by "the judge split the neglect and death case," but what the lawyer can claim as a fee should be explained in the fee agreement you signed at the beginning. As a general matter, if the lawyer's efforts are what got you a recovery on each settlement, then yes, he/she should bet paid for both.
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A: In California, whether your attorney is entitled to fees from both settlements in a split case (e.g., neglect and wrongful death) depends on your attorney-client agreement and the work performed on each claim.
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A: I agree with my colleagues. It would depend on the scope of representation outlined in the retainer. Without the benefit of seeing those terms, I would guess they would be paid for both. The settlements appear related from the same matter. Again, check the paperwork. I'm sorry for the wrongful death. Good luck
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The payment arrangement for your attorney in a split case typically depends on your fee agreement and how it addresses multiple settlements.
Generally, if you signed a contingency fee agreement, your attorney would receive an agreed-upon percentage from each settlement reached. This means if there were two separate settlements - one for neglect and one for the death case - your attorney would likely be entitled to their percentage from both settlements, as they represented you in both matters.
However, you should review your specific attorney-client agreement carefully, as it should outline how fees are handled in situations with multiple settlements. If you're unsure about the terms, consider discussing this directly with your attorney or getting a second legal opinion. It's important to understand that fee arrangements can vary, and what's standard in one law firm might not be the same in another.
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