Alaska Statutes (Last Updated: January 11, 2017) |
Title 34. PROPERTY. |
Chapter 34.35. LIENS. |
Article 34.35.12. HOSPITALS, PHYSICIANS, AND NURSES. |
Section 34.35.455. Limitation on extent of lien.
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Except as otherwise provided, a lien under AS 34.35.450 - 34.35.480 may not be allowed for hospitalization or the services of a physician or licensed special nurse furnished after a settlement is made by or on behalf of the person causing the injury unless the settlement is made within 20 days from the date of the injury. A lien is not allowed for necessary attorney fees, costs, and expenses incurred by the injured person in securing a settlement, compromise, or judgment.
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History
(Sec. 2 ch 75 SLA 1959; am Sec. 2 ch 135 SLA 1996)