The lien granted by § 44-12-1 shall not in any way prejudice or interfere with any lien or contract which may be made by such injured party or his heirs or personal representative with any attorney or attorneys for handling the claim on behalf of such injured party, his heirs, or personal representative.

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Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 44-12-2

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Lien: A claim against real or personal property in satisfaction of a debt.

Source: SL 1964, ch 112, § 1.

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