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MI HB5702
Bill
Status
5/30/2012
Primary Sponsor
Pete Lund
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AI Summary
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Changes language in MCL 600.919 from "members of the bar" to "an attorney at law" and updates related terminology throughout the section.
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Clarifies that attorney compensation is determined by express or implied agreement between the attorney and client, subject to exceptions provided by law or Michigan Supreme Court regulation.
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Maintains existing prohibition that agreements for attorney compensation or expense reimbursement are void if employment was solicited by the attorney or another person on the attorney's behalf, unless the client first requested the attorney's services.
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Establishes a $1,000,000.00 cap on contingent fees for personal injury and wrongful death claims, regardless of the percentage agreed upon or amount recovered.
Legislative Description
Civil procedure; civil actions; contingent attorney fees; provide limitation. Amends sec. 919 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.919).
Civil procedure, civil actions
Last Action
Printed Bill Filed 05/31/2012
5/31/2012