You, your lawyer and the insurer.(LEGAL BRIEF)(liability insurance)

For those that have a standard commercial general liability insurance policy, there are rules that define the relationships between you, your lawyer and the insurance company. Understanding these rules is important should you ever face a lawsuit defended by an attorney that was selected by your insurer.

If an insurance company selects the attorney that defends you, you probably have a policy that gives the insurer the right to control and direct the defense of your case, including the selection of counsel.

This attorney represents your interests and is known