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NY S09791
Bill
Status
Engrossed
6/4/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
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AI Summary
- Amends General Business Law section 349-f to add compensation protection requirements for entities advising on veterans' benefits related to Camp Lejeune injuries
- Requires entities to provide a specific disclosure statement both orally and in writing at the outset of the business relationship, stating that awards or settlements from lawsuits against the Government may result in offsets to VA, Medicare, or Medicaid benefits
- Mandates verbal acknowledgment from the veteran and their written signature on the disclosure document
- Requires the entity to provide a copy to the veteran and retain a copy while serving as legal representative and for at least one year after the service relationship ends
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Prevents pension poaching by attorneys, law firms, screeners, and class action consolidators seeking to represent veterans filing claims under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act by requiring disclosure of the likelihood of an offset against VA compensation benefits by the amount of any award or settlement.
Last Action
referred to veterans' affairs
6/4/2024
Committee Referrals
Veterans' Affairs6/4/2024
Rules6/4/2024
Consumer Affairs and Protection5/30/2024
Full Bill Text
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