Protect Access to Justice for Veterans Act 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.
Civil actions and liabilityEnvironmental healthHazardous wastes and toxic substancesLegal fees and court costsVeterans' pensions and compensationWater quality
Protect Access to Justice for Veterans Act
USA118th CongressHR-1204| House
| Updated: 2/27/2023
Protect Access to Justice for Veterans Act 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.
Civil actions and liabilityEnvironmental healthHazardous wastes and toxic substancesLegal fees and court costsVeterans' pensions and compensationWater quality