Alabama § 25-4-139 - Fees in Proceedings Under Chapter.
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§ 25-4-139. Fees in Proceedings Under Chapter.
No individual shall be charged fees of any kind by the secretary or his representatives, in any proceeding under this chapter. Any individual claiming benefits in any proceeding or court action may be represented by counsel or other duly authorized agent but no such counsel or agents shall together charge or receive for such services more than 10 percent of the maximum benefits at issue in such proceeding or court action.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Code of Alabama § 25-4-139 cover?
Section 25-4-139 ("Fees in Proceedings Under Chapter.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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