140.007 – ATTORNEY'S FEES IN RECOVERY ACTION. (a) Except
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 140.007
Summary
This law mandates that a payor of benefits must pay attorney's fees to an attorney representing a covered individual in personal injury recovery actions, unless the payor is actively represented by an attorney. It ensures that legal representation is compensated fairly in these cases.
Payors must pay attorney's fees unless they have their own representation.
Fees are based on an agreement between the attorney and the payor.
Applies specifically to personal injury recovery actions.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's ATTORNEY'S FEES IN RECOVERY ACTION. (a) Except law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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