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CA AB2491
Bill
Status
2/19/2010
Primary Sponsor
Anthony Adams
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AI Summary
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Adds Section 3041 to California Civil Code establishing an implied lien for medical care providers on damages recovered by an injured party through judgment, settlement, or compromise.
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The implied lien covers reasonable charges for medical care or services provided to the injured party, but only applies when the injured party's attorney submits a settlement claim to an insurance company on the injured party's behalf.
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The implied lien applies solely to the attorney and does not create any obligation or claim against the insurance company.
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Requires a majority vote to pass; no appropriation or fiscal impact on state or local programs.
Legislative Description
Medical liens.
Last Action
In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
5/4/2010