The Indiana Supreme Court has changed attorney conduct rules so lawyers can no longer immediately contact accident victims and their families.
Chief Justice Randall T. Shepard signed the order changing the rules on Thursday.
The change to the Rules of Professional Conduct prohibits attorneys from contacting people involved in personal injury or wrongful death cases within 30 days of the incident.
The new rule includes making contact in-person, by written correspondence or electronic solicitation.
“Indiana is fortunate the overwhelming majority of attorneys act in a reasonable and honorable manner. These rule changes are designed to ensure that practice continues,” said Chief Justice Shepard.
The Indianan State Bar Association Special Committee on Lawyer Advertising Rules made the recommendation to the Court regarding potential changes to the Rules of Professional Conduct.
The rule change is effective January 1, 2011.
Attorneys who do not follow the Rules of Professional Conduct can be charged with misconduct. The Indiana Supreme Court has final authority over attorney discipline.
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