The bill establishes a new legal framework allowing claimants to request information regarding a tortfeasor's liability insurance limits before initiating litigation for personal injury or wrongful death. Specifically, it permits claimants to serve a request on the insurer of a potentially responsible party, which must include a signed statement affirming the legitimacy of the claim. The insurer is required to respond within 45 days, and if they fail to do so, the claimant can petition the court for sanctions against the insurer. Additionally, any disclosed insurance information cannot be used as evidence in court.
The bill also includes provisions for codification, indicating that the new section will be integrated into existing law under Title 27, chapter 1, part 2. Furthermore, it specifies that the act will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.