SB 365
Prohibits an attorney from contracting for or collecting certain fees. (BDR 1-1016)
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This bill limits the amount attorneys can collect in fees for representing plaintiffs in civil lawsuits. Specifically, it prohibits attorneys from agreeing to or receiving a fee that is more than 20% of the total recovery, except in cases involving lawsuits against healthcare providers for negligence or those handled by specific state agencies. This change aims to provide greater protection for plaintiffs’ financial interests.
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