What can I do if I am not satisfied with a lawyer to represent me in a malpractice case?

Hello!

Hiring a personal lawyer can give you stronger, more focused representation, saving your interests rather than focusing on the Company, but it comes at a cost and requires careful coordination.

It's most beneficial when you feel the insurer’s defense may not fully protect your personal and professional interests.

For further clarification or assistance, you can reach out on the phone.

Thanks!

Badr Legal Consultants

It is very important that you appoint your own lawyer so that he can think with you and understand your legal position accurately.

You can contact us by phone.

The lawyer appointed by the insurance company has a primary obligation to the insurance company's interests, which may not perfectly align with your personal interests and concerns.

Your personal lawyer will be solely focused on protecting your reputation, career, and potential personal liability. We can provide you with the service.

Kindly share your WhatsApp number to discuss further.

Dear Inquirer,

You have the right to appoint your own personal lawyer, even if the malpractice insurance company has already provided one.

Advantages of hiring your own lawyer:

- Focused representation: Your personal lawyer will prioritize your best interests, not the insurer’s.

- Direct communication: You will have better access, updates, and strategic input.

- Independent legal advice: Ensures no conflict of interest if the hospital’s and your positions differ.

Possible Consideration:

Your insurer may not cover the cost of a separate lawyer unless prior approval is granted, so it’s important to review your insurance terms.

To protect your professional reputation and ensure a strong defense, we recommend consulting a lawyer directly. Book a consultation with Future Vision for Advocacy and Legal Consultancy — we would be pleased to represent you.

Dear questioner

A lawyer you hire directly will likely have a primary focus on your interests and concerns.

While the insurance company's lawyer is obligated to defend you, their ultimate loyalty lies with the insurer's financial interests.

Your personal lawyer will be solely dedicated to achieving the best legal outcome for you.

You will likely be responsible for the fees and expenses of your personal lawyer, which can be substantial, and your insurance policy may not cover these additional legal costs.

You are absolutely entitled to appoint a personal lawyer in addition to the one assigned by your malpractice insurance company.

This is quite common, especially in high-stakes cases or where personal and professional consequences are significant.

Here are the key advantages of hiring your own lawyer:

Independent Representation:

The lawyer appointed by the insurance company primarily represents the insurer’s interests. A personal lawyer will act solely on your behalf, protecting your name, license, and long-term career.

Greater Control & Transparency:

With a personal lawyer, you are more likely to be involved in the legal strategy, updated regularly, and consulted before any settlement or procedural step.

Focused Defense:

Your personal lawyer can raise defenses or arguments that the insurer-appointed lawyer may overlook or choose not to pursue due to policy limits or cost considerations.

However, please note a few considerations:

Cost: You will bear the legal fees for your personal lawyer unless otherwise agreed.

Coordination: It’s important that both lawyers coordinate efforts to avoid conflict in defense strategies.

Court Communication: The court must be properly notified if a new lawyer is added to the case at the appeal level.

Given that your case is at the Court of Cassation, it’s also critical to ensure that the lawyer you hire is licensed to appear before that court.

If you wish, I’d be happy to arrange a consultation to review the case and explore how we can support you moving forward.

Best regards,

Mohamed Yasser Kassem

Advocate & Legal Consultant

Thank you for sharing your concern. Even though the malpractice insurance company has appointed a lawyer, you have every right to hire your own legal representative.

Having a personal lawyer means your case gets full attention, independent advice, and someone focused entirely on your interests, not the insurance company’s.

We can review your case, assist with the appeal at the Court of Cassation, and work alongside the existing lawyers if needed.

Our team has strong experience in medical malpractice, appellate litigation, and healthcare law. We aim to protect your professional reputation with a clear strategy and strong legal support.

Let me know if you’d like to discuss this further or meet for a consultation.

Best regards,

Khadeeja Raifa

Senior legal advisor

Dr. Alaa Nasr

Legal Consultant

Hello dear,

I hope you are doing well. This is Fawzia Mohammad Lawyers & Legal Consultancy.

Thank you for reaching out.

Regarding your malpractice case with an appeal pending at the Court of Cassation, and your current dissatisfaction with the lawyer appointed by your malpractice insurance company, hiring a personal lawyer can have both advantages and disadvantages.

Advantages include having dedicated legal representation fully aligned with your interests, better communication, and possibly a more personalized strategy.

Disadvantages may include additional costs and potential conflicts with the insurance company’s appointed lawyer or policy terms.

We can definitely assist you with this matter and provide tailored advice to help you make an informed decision.

For more assistance, please contact me on WhatsApp.

Dear Sir/Madam,

There is no disadvantage to hiring a lawyer. On the contrary, the main advantage is that your lawyer will maintain communication with you, provide updates, and represent your case in a more precise and professional legal manner.

Should you require legal assistance, feel free to contact us by phone or email.

Best regards,

Nada Elmawi

As a party listed in the case, you have the right to appoint more than one lawyer to represent and defend you.