Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2015

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Explore the details of House Bill 758 Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2015 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Law. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:28 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 758

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House reported version is repeated here.)

Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2015

(Sec. 2) Amends the sanctions provisions in Rule 11 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure to require the court to impose an appropriate sanction on any attorney, law firm, or party that has violated, or is responsible for the violation of, the rule with regard to representations to the court. Requires any sanction to compensate parties injured by the conduct in question.

Removes a provision that prohibits filing a motion for sanctions if the challenged paper, claim, defense, contention, or denial is withdrawn or appropriately corrected within 21 days after service or within another time the court sets.

Authorizes the court to impose additional sanctions, including striking the pleadings, dismissing the suit, nonmonetary directives, or penalty payments if warranted for effective deterrence.

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Current Status of Bill HR 758

Bill HR 758 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 5, 2015. Bill HR 758 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on February 5, 2015. Bill HR 758's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of September 21, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 758

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 758

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Law

Potential Impact Areas

Civil actions and liabilityJudicial procedure and administrationLawyers and legal servicesLegal fees and court costs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 758

Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2015To amend Rule 11 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure to improve attorney accountability, and for other purposes.Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2015Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2015Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2015

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