Which of the following statements regarding provincial law societies is false?

A) Provincial law societies may restrict the use of contingency fee agreements.
B) Provincial law societies may set maximum contingency fees for certain types of cases.
C) Provincial law societies may offer a fee mediation service.
D) Provincial law societies provide online information on lawyers' fees.
E) Provincial law societies provide free legal services to people in need.

Provincial Law Societies

Professional associations in each province that regulate the practice of law, ensuring ethical standards and competence among lawyers.

Contingency Fee Agreements

Contracts between a client and a lawyer where the lawyer's fees are contingent upon winning the case, usually expressed as a percentage of the settlement or judgment.

Fee Mediation

A dispute resolution process involving a neutral third party to help negotiate and settle disputes over professional fees or charges.