Assignment task:
For many years lawyer Lacy has done business transactions work for wealthy client Chung. Chung was recently injured in an automobile crash, and he has asked Lacy to represent him as plaintiff in an action against the driver who injured her. Lacy has taken some business cases to trial, but has never handled a personal injury case. Lacy would like to earn a profit from Chung's case. Which of the following would be proper ways for her to do so? I. Take the case and, with Chung's consent, associate co-counsel who is competent in the field of personal injury law. II. Refer Chung to a competent personal injury lawyer and charge that lawyer a $1,000 referral fee. III. Take the case and do the study and research needed to handle it competently. IV. Refer Chung to a competent personal injury lawyer. Question options: a) I and III only. b) I, II, and III only. c) I and IV only. d) I, III and IV only.