Jamie has been Attorney George's paralegal for five years. She has proven to be quite capable and Attorney George relies on her skills and judgment. One day while the attorney was away, Jamie received a phone call from an insurance company offering their client a settlement. Time is of the essence to accept it. Jamie should:

A. Accept the offer.
B. Negotiate for a higher price.
C. Try to contact her attorney immediately.
D. Nothing. Wait until the attorney returns.


Answer: C

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