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This bill addresses two primary areas: prohibiting litigation investments and updating workers' compensation benefits. In the first part, the bill establishes the "Prohibit Litigation Investments Act," which seeks to prevent third-party financial investments in legal claims, arguing that such investments can undermine the justice system, compromise attorney-client relationships, prolong legal proceedings, and potentially pose national security risks by allowing foreign actors to influence domestic legal processes. The bill defines litigation investment broadly and provides exceptions for certain types of financial support, such as contingency fee arrangements, insurance, and family assistance. Under the proposed law, engaging in litigation investment would be unlawful, with violations potentially resulting in voided contracts, civil penalties up to $50,000, and the ability for injured parties to seek damages. The second part of the bill updates workers' compensation benefits by increasing certain compensation amounts, such as raising the minimum weekly disability payment from $30 to $50, and incrementally increasing maximum compensation for serious disfigurements and organ injuries over several years, with provisions for annual adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index. The bill becomes effective when signed into law, with specific sections taking effect on different dates between 2026 and 2029.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H315