Don’t Struggle Months, Even Years, Waiting for a Settlement When Lawsuit Financial Can Help

Drunk driving is one of the most common causes of auto accidents and grounds to file a personal injury lawsuit.

As thousands of people lined the sidewalks and median on Saturday evening to watch the elaborate floats and clamored to catch beads at the New Orleans Mardi Gras parade, a pick-up truck plowed into three vehicles, before veering into the median where the crowd was watching the procession, according to New Orleans police. Over 20 people were injured; most were treated at a nearby hospital. Among the injured, the youngest is 3; the oldest are in their 40s.

The police and witnesses stated that the SUV driver appeared to be highly intoxicated and ‘out of it.’ He has been charged with two counts of first-degree vehicular negligence resulting in injury, and one count each of reckless operation and hit-and-run driving.

It is difficult to recover from an auto accident, even more so when the accident results in the serious injuries.

The victims of this crash deserve compensation for their injuries. But, it is important not to settle to quickly with the insurance company just to pay the bills. An attorney will work diligently to get the maximum settlement, but it can take months, sometimes years. During this time, medical bills and other expenses may pile up and some victims may face lost income due to being out of work. Litigation funding can provide the financial freedom needed until a settlement is reached.

Litigation funding is a fast, risk-free cash advance based solely on the merits of the case. This means there is no need for a credit check or proof of employment. Once an application and supporting documentation is received, Lawsuit Financial can make a funding decision in less than 48 hours. A check would be sent via direct deposit or overnight mail. Repayment is made once the case settles. The best part is, if for some reason the case does not successfully settle, the funded client is under no obligation to pay us back. We only get paid if, and when, our client gets paid. Lawsuit funding will never affect personal assets or credit score.

If you are the victim of a negligent driver and need financial assistance during a pending lawsuit, contact Lawsuit Financial online or at 1-877-377-7848 to determine if your case qualifies for litigation funding.

Wrongful Death Lawsuit Alleges Driver was on the Phone When She Struck and Killed Triathlete

According to a recently filed wrongful death lawsuit, a motorist was on the phone with her employer when she struck and killed a bicyclist in July. The lawsuit seeks an unspecified amount in damages to cover lost financial support and funeral expenses as well as noneconomic damages. The driver and her employer, Dignity Health are named as defendants.

The deceased, a world-class triathlete, was riding in the bike lane on Highway 227 when the driver of a Chrysler 200 drifted off the right shoulder of the road and struck her from. The woman was thrown from the bike and landed in a ditch. She sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Initially, investigators said they did not believe the negligent driver was texting or on the phone at the time of the crash. However, phone records show the negligent driver was communicating with her employer, at the time of the crash, according to the lawsuit. It also alleges she did not call 911 following the collision. The Assistant District Attorney has also confirmed that cell records showed the driver was using the phone at the approximate time of the crash. She was, later charged with a single misdemeanor count of vehicular manslaughter, to which she has pleaded not guilty. The criminal case is ongoing.

Losing a loved one is an extremely difficult time for any family member. The husband of the deceased said he would rather have his wife back, but hopes that what happened to her will serve as a lesson that distracted driving is not okay.

The fact that a guilty driver has been charged does little to pay the bills for the family of the deceased. The litigation process will take time, possibly years. In the meantime, the plaintiff still has to pay the bills. If the family is struggling financially, they may look to lawsuit funding.

Lawsuit funding is a cash advance offered to litigants in exchange for a portion of the future proceeds of their case. A lawsuit cash advance is a smart move for most plaintiffs because it lets them wait out the long, legal process for settlement or verdict justice, without having to settle too soon for too little because the insurance company has all the time, leverage and money, and use these tools to its advantage. There is no cost to apply, no credit checks or employment verification, no monthly payments to make, no upfront fees of any kind, and no restrictions on how the money is used. Best of all, it is only repaid once the claim is settled. Because repayment is contingent upon a successful recovery, if the lawsuit is lost, there is no obligation on the part of the plaintiff to repay the cash advance.

The application process takes less than five minutes online or by phone. If the case is approved for funding, Lawsuit Financial can direct deposit or overnight mail the money within 24 – 48 hours.

If you have lost a loved one due to someone’s negligence, you may have the right to a wrongful death claim against the responsible party. An experienced attorney can help you fight to obtain the justice and compensation that you deserve. Once the lawsuit is filed, if you need financial help during the pending claim, turn to an experienced, caring legal finance company. Turn to Lawsuit Financial. We can help ease your financial burden while you wait for your lawsuit to settle.

Lawsuit Financial Helps Plaintiffs Access Fast Cash In The Final Weeks Of The Holidays

Lawsuit Financial Corporation, a leading national litigation funding company, reminds plaintiffs that we can help take financial pressure off everyday expenses during the holiday season.

It’s the holidays and you decide to stop at the mall on your way home from work. As you enter the expressway, another driver who just had three cocktails at a holiday work party, side-swipes your care sending you careening down an embankment. You are lucky to be alive, but now faced with a mountain of medical bills due to your injuries. You are unable to return to work for a least three months, have no car, and still have the shopping to finish. The insurance company refused to cooperate so you contact an auto accident attorney who agrees to take you case. Unfortunately, he says it will take at least six months to settle. Financially, you don’t have six months to wait.

Lawsuit Financial is all too familiar with the stress the holidays can bring when accident victims are seriously injured and strapped for cash. It is why we continuously remind plaintiffs that we can not only offer a lawsuit cash advance during this difficult time, but also financial tips through our Client Resource Center.

During the holiday season, it is more important than ever to help people in need cope with the financial pressures that can come with a pending lawsuit. The concept of lawsuit funding was created to provide relief to pending litigants, who through no fault of their own, need financial assistance but do not qualify for traditional loan products. Typically, funding applications are approved within 24 - 48 hours; the money is wired or sent overnight mail almost immediately. The cash advance only needs to be repaid if, and when, the case successfully settles. If the funded client loses the case, the cash advance is completely waived.

If you have been involved in an accident that resulted in personal injury and need cash now, contact Lawsuit Financial or complete our online application. Lawsuit funding is based solely on the strength of your case; credit history and employment do not matter and there are no monthly payments. If you wish to learn more, contact one of our funding representatives at 1-877-377-7848 for a free, no-obligation consultation.

As the shopping and holiday festivities continue, remember to slow down, take your time, and avoid negligent driving such as drinking and texting while behind the wheel. Put safety at the top of your holiday wish list.

What You Don’t Want to Include in Your Holiday Budget

With Thanksgiving falling later than usual this year, there are fewer days to shop for Christmas, and that could result in more traffic congestion on our roadways in the final weeks leading up to Christmas.  This is because frantic shoppers are hurrying to make those final purchases. 

Last-minute shopping, coupled with the pressure of locating the right item at the store with the lowest price, leads to stress.  When people are stressed, they tend to drive more aggressively. 

The holidays are also a time for family gatherings and holiday parties, most of which include food and drinks; for some, too many drinks.  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drunk driving accidents account for 31 percent of all motor vehicle accidents. Additionally, thousands of drivers and passengers lose their lives each year because of drunk driving.

Most people would never imagine that their holiday celebration could result in serious injuries or death, but the risks associated with distracted driving or driving while impaired are very real.  Unless you want to spend a lot more than you budgeted for this holiday season, drive responsibly.  Slow down, put down the phone, and focus on the road.  You can also avoid an accident by being mindful of your surroundings and other drivers.  Many accidents have been avoided by anticipating other drivers’ moves.  Taking all possible precautions will help increase your chances of safe traveling.  If each of us does our part to increase safety on our roadways, just maybe we will see less serious and fatal auto accidents this holiday season.

Mark Bello has thirty-six years experience as a trial lawyer and fourteen years as an underwriter and situational analyst in the lawsuit funding industry. He is the owner and founder of Lawsuit Financial Corporation which helps provide cash flow solutions and consulting when necessities of life litigation funding is needed by a plaintiff involved in pending, personal injury, litigation. Bello is a Justice Pac member of the American Association for Justice, Sustaining and Justice Pac member of the Michigan Association for Justice, Member of Public Justice, Public Citizen, the American Bar Association, the State Bar of Michigan and the Injury Board.

Plaintiff Perseverance Leads to Just Compensation

Let’s assume you suffered serious injuries in an auto accident due to the negligence of someone else.  You have filed a suit against the negligent driver to compensate you for your losses and the negligent driver’s insurance company has offered you a settlement.  Should you take it? The answer depends on the circumstances of your case.  An experienced auto accidentattorney is the best to help you understand your rights and your chances of prevailing at trial, but it is true that jury-awarded compensation may be higher than an insurance company settlement offer. Here is an example.

A woman filed an auto accident lawsuit alleging her serious injuries were the result of a driver distracted with a text message.  The insurance company offered to settle the case for $300,000 despite the plaintiff’s attorney seeking $500,000 based on medical expenses, loss of wages, and need for future surgery and medical treatment. The plaintiff preserved and fought for full and fair compensation. In the end, the jury reached a verdict of $680,000 plus costs and interest, including all past medical expenses, $77,000 in past wage loss and $316,000 in future damages, for an approximate settlement of $930,000.

While a jury award will usually result in a much higher settlement, taking an auto accident injury claim to court is a lengthy process that could take months, even years.  During this time, plaintiffs often find themselves struggling to pay the additional expenses associated with their case.  If unable to work, even the daily bills may be hard to pay.  Sometimes, a plaintiff will be successful at trial and still not receive just compensation if the defendant appeals.

During a lengthy and stressful litigation process, don’t be intimidated by the defendant to settle for less than you deserve. Pre-settlement funding is a non-recourse cash advance to help plaintiffs wait out the long, legal process for settlement or verdict justice, without having to settle too soon for too little because the insurance company has all the time, leverage and money, and use these tools to its advantage.  The cash advance is often the answer to handling unexpected medical bills and ordinary living expenses, all while trying to pick of the pieces of their shattered lives. Repayment is contingent on the outcome of the lawsuit, meaning if the plaintiff loses their case, they would not be obligated to pay back the cash advance.

If you were seriously injured in an auto accident and need financial assistance to help pay the bills while waiting for your case to settle, pre-settlement funding may be the answer. There is no cost to apply, no monthly payments to make, and no upfront fees of any kind. After completing an online application, your case will be evaluated and if approved, funds can be wired into your account within 24-48 hours. Why struggle any longer?  If you are a plaintiff who needs immediate access to money, consider pre-settlement funding from an experienced provider rather than settling below jury award.