California SB623 regulates transportation network companies and medical liens in civil actions.

California SB623 mandates that transportation network companies conduct criminal background checks on drivers, prohibiting those with certain convictions from participating. It also restricts attorneys from referring clients to providers where they have a financial interest. The bill limits recoverable medical expenses in civil actions to the billed amount, subject to certain exceptions. It requires disclosure of medical liens and prohibits fee-splitting between attorneys and providers. Violations of these provisions are subject to penalties and professional discipline.

California SB623 regulates transportation network companies and medical liens in civil actions.

California SB623 mandates that transportation network companies conduct criminal background checks on drivers, prohibiting those with certain convictions from participating. It also restricts attorneys from referring clients to providers where they have a financial interest. The bill limits recoverable medical expenses in civil actions to the billed amount, subject to certain exceptions. It requires disclosure of medical liens and prohibits fee-splitting between attorneys and providers. Violations of these provisions are subject to penalties and professional discipline.