Minn. R. agency 167, ch. 7190, ATTORNEY FEES FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIMS, pt. 7190.0020

Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 24, December 9, 2024
Part 7190.0020 - ATTORNEY FEES
Subpart 1.Entitlement.

An attorney is entitled to a fee for representing a claimant in a property damage claim before the Pollution Control Agency if the claimant accepts an award from the agency. Representation includes preparation involved in filing an application, monitoring the claim progress, communication with the agency and appearances before the agency.

Subp. 2.Maximum fee.

The fee must not exceed 15 percent of the amount the agency awards the claimant for the property damage.

Subp. 3.Variance not binding.

An agreement between the attorney and client that attempts to vary or change the provisions of this part is not binding upon the attorney and the client.

Minn. R. agency 167, ch. 7190, ATTORNEY FEES FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIMS, pt. 7190.0020

12 SR 1710; L 2002 c 379 art 2 s 23

Statutory Authority: MS s 115B.37