Section 3045.2.

Cal. Civil Code - CIV § 3045.2.
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The lien shall apply whether the damages are recovered, or are to be recovered, by judgment, settlement, or compromise.
Source: CA Legislative Counsel Bulk DataURL: https://downloads.leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/pubinfo_2025.zipFetched: 6/27/2026

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