Friday, October 16, 2009

Lawsuit Loans: Is it Time?

By Dr. Tom Rhudy

Lawsuit loans are non-recourse cash advances that only have to be repaid if the case is settled in your favor. If you sustain a loss, such as either a personal injury or wrongful termination, and you agree to repay if you do prevail, you should be able to find lenders willing to provide such advances.

Inherent risks for lenders exist with such loans. Such requests are, therefore, diligently reviewed, in most instances, once the lender receives the application. Numerous issues must be taken into consideration prior to acquiring such an advance.

How do you obtain such a loan?

Individuals who sustain losses contact either a lender or broker who offers lawsuit loans. The lender stays in close touch with the lawyer, and obtains requisite information about the case.

The lender will determine what, if any, loan will be made, relying on the information gathered, by estimating the costs of settlement, and will then offer that amount to the plaintiff (i..e, the one filing the complaint). If the case goes to court, the defendant (i.e., the one against whom the complaint is made), must pay fees related to court costs and, in many cases, attorney's fees.

Once again, with non recourse loans, you do not have the obligation to repay if you lose the case.

The nature of the case and the lender involved are two of the many factors that must be considered when assessing costs related to making such a loan. Lawsuit loans ranging from $500 - $200,000 are not uncommon for most lenders.

When is a Lawsuit Loan Appropriate?

Although it may take years to settle your case, costs related to expenses (e.g., witness fees, etc.) run unabated. What if you are unable to work while the case lingers in the litigation-process? Who will pay your bills, maintain your credit-worthiness, etc.?

Lawsuit loans may spell the difference between paying your bills and having your credit go down in flames!

Lawsuit loans should be considered carefully. If other funding-alternatives are available, they may prove to be your solution.

This funding is not free. Lawsuit loans should only be considered after due-consideration, and, only then, chosen wisely! - 30462

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