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DLS warns 12,000 Child Victims Act claims pose major potential liability; no settlement progress reported
Summary
Department of Legislative Services told the committee there are roughly 12,000 Child Victims Act claims and little progress toward settlement, creating a large, unresolved fiscal exposure that could require multiyear payouts or litigation outcomes.
The Department of Legislative Services told the Judiciary Committee on Jan. 29 that roughly 12,000 claims have been filed under the Child Victims Act, and that state and plaintiffs remain far apart on settlement expectations. "There have been 12,000 claims filed," the presenter said, noting the cap on maximum payouts varies by filing date and that no meaningful progress…
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