2019 Maryland Code
Labor and Employment
Title 9 - Workers' Compensation
Subtitle 11 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties
§ 9-1103. Attempt to influence choice of lawyer

    (a)    An employer, superior, union official, member of a union, guild, or similar group, or another person connected with the employment of a covered employee entitled to benefits under this title may not attempt to influence, directly or indirectly, the choice of a lawyer by the covered employee:

        (1)    through corruption;

        (2)    by threat or force; or

        (3)    for personal gain.

    (b)    A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.

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