HB207 Alabama 2017 Session
Bill Summary
Under existing law there is no requirement for a practicing attorney to disclose to a client whether he or she has a current malpractice insurance policy.
This bill would require that an attorney licensed in this state make a disclosure, in writing, to any client regarding whether he or she possesses a current malpractice insurance policy prior to entering into an agreement for professional services with that client.
Relating to attorneys; to require that an attorney licensed in this state make a disclosure, in writing, to any client regarding whether he or she possesses a current malpractice insurance policy prior to entering into an agreement for professional services in this state with that client.
Bill Actions
| Action Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| February 14, 2017 | H | Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Judiciary |
Bill Text
Bill Documents
| Type | Link |
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| Bill Text | HB207 Alabama 2017 Session - Introduced |
Source: Alabama Legislature