A bill to limit certain fees which may be charged or accepted by an attorney for services performed in connection with certain civil actions brought in Federal courts.

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Places limitations upon fees which may be charged or received by attorneys for services performed in connection with civil actions brought in Federal courts alleging medical malpractice. Provides that such specified actions shall not result in attorney fees of an amount greater than: (1) one-third of the net amount recovered up to $10,000; (2) 15 percent of the net amount recovered between $10,000 and $50,000; and (3) 10 percent of the net amount recovered in excess of $50,000, except that no such fee may exceed $75,000. Provides that any attorney who violates the provisions of this Act shall be fined not more than an amount equal to twice the amount recovered that is in excess of the amount authorized to be charged under this Act. (Adds 28 U.S.C. 123)…