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Limiting Attorney Fees for Camp Lejeune Claims: Protecting Veterans' Compensation.

This act imposes strict limits on the fees attorneys can charge veterans and their families seeking compensation for contaminated water exposure at Camp Lejeune. The goal is to ensure that affected individuals receive a larger share of their awarded funds. Furthermore, the law mandates that all compensation funds must first be deposited into a trust account for the individual before the legal representative is paid, enhancing financial protection for citizens.
Key points
Attorney fees are capped at 20% of the award if the claim is resolved within 180 days of presentation.
Attorney fees are capped at 33.3% if the claim is resolved after a formal legal action has been initiated.
All compensation funds must be deposited into a trust account for the individual, and the attorney cannot be paid until the individual receives their entitled amount.
Legal representatives who violate these fee limits face penalties, including fines up to $5,000.
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Print number: 118_S_1275
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-04-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protect Access to Justice for Veterans Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1275.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Attorney fees are capped at 20% of the award if the claim is resolved within 180 days of presentation.
  • Attorney fees are capped at 33.3% if the claim is resolved after a formal legal action has been initiated.
  • All compensation funds must be deposited into a trust account for the individual, and the attorney cannot be paid until the individual receives their entitled amount.
  • Legal representatives who violate these fee limits face penalties, including fines 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 Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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