Sunday, October 11, 2009

Lawsuit Loans Provide Breathing Room!

By Dr. Tom Rhudy

Many issues must be considered before providing settlement funding. The cost to the borrower is determined by the risks involved in making a lawsuit loan. Individuals who sustain injury and promise to repay the loan if they win their case may be eligible for a cash advance. You don't have to repay if you lose your case because most such advances are non-recourse.

The process of litigation may seem overwhelming to someone who has suffered loss or injury. It may be time to discuss the need for a lawsuit loan with your attorney if this happens to you. Your lender and attorney will stay in close contact and thoroughly discuss your case.

The cost of settlement funding is predicted from the communications between the lender and your attorney, and the offer for your lawsuit loan will be based on that assessment. In some cases, attorney's fees and in virtually all cases, court costs are often the defendant's, i.e., the one against whom you file your claim, responsibility, if you win your case. Furthermore, the defendant may also have to repay fees related to your settlement funding.

Years may be required to get a settlement in the litigation process. All expenses related to the case, irrespective of how long the case is pending, are the injured individual's responsibility. You may find it impossible to hold-out for a reasonable settlement if you are injured and unable to work. The defendant hopes that this occurs. A lifeline may be available with lawsuit loans in such cases.

Obtaining financial assistance may seem more and more necessary as time goes on and you wait for either a fair settlement offer or a trial date. Your success or failure may be determined by the reliability of the lender/broker with whom you work.

However, settlement funding should be considered, if appropriate, as a last resort. If other funding alternatives are not available, they may be ideal for you. Costs for obtaining these advances need to be considered carefully. Therefore, when you are opting for a lawsuit loan, it is necessary to check the available options. Diligent efforts will result in the best deal. - 30462

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