Protect Access to Justice for Veterans Act of 2023
- Last Action
- 4/25/2023
Actions
- 2023-04-25Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1347)
- 2023-04-25Introduced in Senate
CRS Summary
As of 2023-04-25 (00)
Protect Access to Justice for Veterans Act of 2023
This bill limits attorneys' fees for claims involving individuals who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987.
Further, the bill requires an attorney representing an individual for such a claim to disburse the funds from any judgment or award to that individual before collecting any compensation for services rendered.
The bill establishes certain penalties for violations.
Cosponsors (3)
- Richard Blumenthal (D-CT)
- Jeff Merkley (D-OR)
- Peter Welch (D-VT)
Subjects
- Civil actions and liability
- Environmental health
- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
- Legal fees and court costs
- Veterans' pensions and compensation
- Water quality
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