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Limiting Attorney Fees for Camp Lejeune Veterans' Claims

This act sets limits on the fees attorneys can charge veterans and their families seeking compensation for health issues related to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. It aims to ensure that affected individuals receive a larger portion of their rightful compensation and protects them from excessive legal costs. The act also outlines payment procedures to ensure safe and timely disbursement of funds to the claimants.
Key points
Attorneys can charge a maximum of 20% of the award if the claim is resolved within 180 days of submission.
Attorneys can charge a maximum of 33.3% of the award if the claim is resolved after a lawsuit is initiated.
All compensation funds must first be deposited into a trust account for the individual.
Attorneys must notify the individual of the deposit and promptly deliver the entitled amount.
Attorneys who violate these fee limits may face fines of up to $5,000.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1204
Sponsor: Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12]
Process start date: 2023-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protect Access to Justice for Veterans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1204.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Attorneys can charge a maximum of 20% of the award if the claim is resolved within 180 days of submission.
  • Attorneys can charge a maximum of 33.3% of the award if the claim is resolved after a lawsuit is initiated.
  • All compensation funds must first be deposited into a trust account for the individual.
  • Attorneys must notify the individual of the deposit and promptly deliver the entitled amount.
  • Attorneys who violate these fee limits may face fines of up to $5,000.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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