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Law Practice

Aug. 29, 2009

State Supreme Court Adopts Malpractice Rule

The state Supreme Court adopted a new rule of professional conduct that requires attorneys to inform most clients, in writing, if they don't carry malpractice insurance. The rule goes into effect Jan. 1.

By Amy Yarbrough
Daily Journal Staff Writer

SAN FRANCISCO - The state Supreme Court on Wednesday adopted a new rule of professional conduct that requires attorneys to inform most clients, in writing, if they don't carry malpractice insurance. The rule goes into effect Jan. 1.

The Supreme Court's adoption of the rule formally puts an end to a long and often rancorous debate.

The State Bar began looking into malpractice insurance disclosure...

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