If I am being called as a witness for a union arbitration and other lawyers want to speak to me privately before testifying, is this OK?
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If I am being called as a witness for a union arbitration and other lawyers want to speak to me privately before testifying, is this OK?
Should each side know that I’m talking to the other?
Asked on June 6, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, Indiana
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I would really not speak with anyone at this point in time and until you consult with an attorney of your own that has your best interests at heart. Ask the union to hire you an attorney for the purposes of testifying only and to advise you on the matter. Tell them that you have no problem cooperating but that you need an attorney of your own to ask some questions to prior to testifying. It really is a good idea to speak with someone first on this. Lawyers can twist information and play you in the middle of their game. You need to protect yourself. Good luck to you.
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