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 == D. Private Settlements ==
-'''Private settlements should be discouraged.''' Potential plaintiffs who consult an LSLAP clinician regarding an action for damages for personal injury should always be advised to consult a lawyer prior to settling a claim, whether privately or with ICBC. Similarly, potential defendants in such matters should be told to seek the advice of a lawyer and to contact ICBC prior to paying out any sums, so as not to prejudice their rights and their plan of insurance with ICBC.
+'''Private settlements should be discouraged.''' Potential plaintiffs should always consult a lawyer prior to settling a claim, whether privately or with ICBC. Similarly, potential defendants in such matters should seek the advice of a lawyer and to contact ICBC prior to paying out any sums, so as not to prejudice their rights and their plan of insurance with ICBC.
 == E. Inequality of Bargaining Power ==