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Introduced
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Repealing the limitation to 20% of a settlement or 25% of a judgment that counsel may charge or receive in an action for damages arising out of a claim or claims of child sexual abuse filed on or after June 1, 2025.
AI Summary
This bill repeals a provision that limited the amount of attorney's fees that could be charged in lawsuits for damages related to child sexual abuse. Specifically, for cases filed on or after June 1, 2025, lawyers will no longer be restricted to charging no more than 20% of a settlement or 25% of a judgment. This change aims to remove a cap on what legal counsel can receive in these sensitive cases, allowing for potentially higher fees than previously permitted.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (13:00:00 3/10/2026 ) (on 03/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0693?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0693f.pdf |
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