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FL S1592
Bill
AI Summary
- Physicians licensed under chapters 458/459 and chiropractors licensed under chapter 460 may place a lien for services provided to individuals injured by another's negligence against any amount recovered in a civil action against the party who caused the injury
- The lien is inferior to any lien or claim of the injured individual's attorney, and is contingent upon the provider timely submitting an itemized statement of services and written notice of lien to the injured individual's attorney
- If total liens equal or exceed 60% of the amount recovered, all lienholding providers must share pro rata in an amount equal to 60% of net proceeds, defined as the recovery minus contractual attorney fees
- Persons distributing settlement or judgment funds in less than the full lien amount must provide lienholders a certification detailing the total settlement amount, total and individual lien distributions, percentage of each lien paid, and total attorney fees
- Lien enforcement actions must be brought within 1 year after the lienholder becomes aware of final judgment, settlement, or compromise, with reasonable attorney fees and costs awarded to the prevailing party in any dispute
Legislative Description
Liens to Recover Charges for Health Care Services
Last Action
Died in Judiciary
3/8/2024
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