Texas HB4325 increases civil penalties for barratry to $50,000 per person.

Texas HB4325 amends the Government Code to increase civil penalties for barratry, a prohibited practice of soliciting legal business. A person who prevails in an action against someone who engaged in barratry can now recover a penalty of $50,000, actual damages caused by the prohibited conduct, and reasonable and necessary attorney's fees. The change applies to causes of action filed on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4325 increases civil penalties for barratry to $50,000 per person.

Texas HB4325 amends the Government Code to increase civil penalties for barratry, a prohibited practice of soliciting legal business. A person who prevails in an action against someone who engaged in barratry can now recover a penalty of $50,000, actual damages caused by the prohibited conduct, and reasonable and necessary attorney's fees. The change applies to causes of action filed on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025.