Sec. 402.071. REPRESENTATIVES. (a) The commissioner shall establish qualifications for a representative and shall adopt rules establishing procedures for authorization of representatives.
(b) A representative may receive a fee for providing representation under this subtitle only if the representative is:
(1) an adjuster representing an insurance carrier; or
(2) licensed to practice law.
Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 269, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1993.
Amended by:
Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 265 (H.B. 7), Sec. 2.015, eff. September 1, 2005.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - Workers' Compensation
Subtitle A - Texas Workers' Compensation Act
Chapter 402 - Operation and Administration of Workers' Compensation System
Subchapter D. General Powers and Duties of Division and Commissioner
Section 402.061. Adoption of Rules
Section 402.062. Acceptance of Gifts, Grants, and Donations
Section 402.065. Employment of Counsel
Section 402.066. Recommendations to Legislature
Section 402.0665. Legislative Oversight
Section 402.067. Advisory Committees
Section 402.068. Delegation of Rights and Duties
Section 402.069. Qualifications and Standards of Conduct Information
Section 402.071. Representatives
Section 402.073. Cooperation With State Office of Administrative Hearings
Section 402.075. Incentives; Performance-Based Oversight
Section 402.076. General Duties; Funding