Don’t Be Taken By Storm

Witnesses said it was a clear blue sky over Venice Beach when a storm took them by surprise.  Beachgoers were cooling off in the water, playing volleyball on the sandy beach, or strolling along the boardwalk when they heard a loud crackle then watched as a giant bold of lightning shot across the sky.

Over a dozen people, in or near the water, were assessed at the beach; eight of which were transported to the hospital. A 20-year-old man pulled from the water died. In a separate incident, a 57-year-old man was struck by lightning while golfing on Catalina Island. He was hospitalized in stable condition. 

The possibility of thunderstorms and lightning had been in the forecast, but the day had been sun, hot, and muggy.  Around 1:40 p.m., the National Weather Service put out a warning that a storm could produce heavy winds, thunder and "deadly lightning".  About the same time, witnesses at Venice Beach said they saw lightning far south near the airport, but never thought it would strike them.

These incidents are a reminder that we should never underestimate the power of nature.  Lightning is one of the most unpredictable forces of nature. It can strike as far as ten miles away from any rainfall it can travel sideways for up to 10 miles.

Symptoms of lightning injuries or fatalities can range from cardiac arrest and injury to the nervous system to muscle soreness, headache, and confusion.  It is important to seek medical attention immediately, even if you feel fine.

For more information on lightning awareness and prevention, visit the National Weather Service Lightning Safety page.

Mark Bello has thirty-seven years experience as a trial lawyer and fifteen years as a leading expert in the lawsuit funding industry.  His company, Lawsuit Financial Corporation, provides necessities of life funding to plaintiffs involved in pending, personal injury, litigation. He is a Member, Justice Pac Member, and Sustaining Member of numerous state and national justice associations.

Lawsuit Funding Can Play a Critical Role in Pursuing Fair and Just Compensation

Unfortunately, many of lawsuit funding "success stories" result from horrific accidents.  Some of the most devastating accidents we have encountered are those which involve a parents’ worst nightmare - the senseless loss of a child.

Hours after graduating from high school an 18-year-old teen died because of driver negligence.  As the teen was driving south on a two-lane road, a vehicle traveling in the opposite direction crossed the center line and hit his jeep head-on.  The teen was pronounced dead at the scene. The negligent driver was treated at the hospital with minor injuries.  He was charged with vehicular homicide, driving under the influence, and failure to drive on right side of road.

The devastated parents of the deceased teen filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent driver.  While their attorney worked to build a case and help the couple recover damages for their loss, lawsuit funding helped them maintain financial stability. With a $3,000 cash advance, the couple was able to avoid settling with the insurance company for less than full case value. 

Compensation is available for medical expenses, funeral expenses, loss of wages, pain and suffering and other monetary and non-monetary damages. Holding negligent drivers accountable can be important in making sure they never hurt another person again

Applying for lawsuit funding was easy and straightforward.  There were no credit checks and no monthly payments.  Repayment was made from the proceeds of the case. Had the couple lost their case, they would have owed nothing; lawsuit funding is a totally risk-free lawsuit cash advance.

If you or a loved one is the victim of a drunken driving accident, it may be possible to pursue punitive damages against the intoxicated driver. Once you have retained an attorney, our firm is prepared to help you financially until case resolution so you are not taken advantage of the insurance company.  Simply complete an online funding application or call our office at 1-877-377-7848.  Your case will be evaluated and if approved, funds will be transferred into your account within 24-48 hours.

Paying important bills such as mortgage, car payments, medical expenses, or funeral and burial expenses removes the financial pressure to settle a valuable case too early for too little.   Don’t allow the insurance company to downplay your loss with a low offer during your time of need.  Look to an experienced provider of lawsuit funding instead, and see if those strategies make more sense to you.  We think that you will be happy you did.

Taking Control of your Case with Lawsuit Funding

An insurance company defending a case has plenty of resources to withstand a lengthy litigation process.  They also know that because injured people cannot keep up with them financially, victims often become discouraged and settle their claim for much less than full case value.  Because no injured victim should ever be forced to accept less than deserved, Lawsuit Financial provides emergency cash to help with pressing personal financial needs.

"I was in a terrible automobile accident which left me disabled and my wife as the sole breadwinner for our family of six.  It was not log before the credit cards were maxed out and the mortgage in arrears.  Desperate, I told me attorney to accept the little money the insurance company was offering to settle.  He told me the one of his clients recently received a cash advance on his lawsuit from Lawsuit Financial and I should call to see if they could assist me, too.  Although skeptical, I gave them a call.  Jennifer walked me through the process of applying for, and receiving, litigation funding.  Sh was very professional and made me feel comfortable with the process.  Within 24 hours I was approved for $5,000.  I could not believe how quick and easy the process was.  I am eternally grateful for the help I received from Lawsuit Financial." ~ Jacob P

If you have filed a personal injury lawsuit and considering a less than fair settlement offer just to pay the bills, contact Lawsuit Financial.  We may be able to help you with a lawsuit cash advance.  There are no upfront fees, monthly payments, credit checks, or employment verification.  Best of all, funding is provided on a non-recourse basis meaning the advance is not repaid until the case settles. Should you lose your case, the cash advance is waived; you owe nothing.   

Don’t let insurance companies or defendants push you into a settlement that does not fairly compensate you for your injuries.  Let Lawsuit Financial help you take control of your case so that you can resolve it on YOUR terms.  Call us today; we would be happy to answer all your questions and take a look at your case.

Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss Wrongful Death Case

The family of a man who died in the 2011 Key West powerboat races could qualify for litigation funding.

Joey Gratton was driving a twin-engine, 38-foot catamaran when it overturned during a turn in the final lap on the second day of racing.  He became trapped in a rescue harness that was secured to the boat and drowned.  His widow, Priscilla Gratton, filed a lawsuit accusing race organizers of negligence in its safety and rescue operations during the event.  The suit says that rescue boats are supposed to be the first responders, but rescue personnel were unfamiliar with the cockpits and emergency hatches on the boats.  The medical examiner confirmed that Gratton did not die from injuries in the accident; he drowned waiting to be rescued. He was one of three men who died in the 2011 powerboat races.  A second lawsuit against the race organizers is still pending.

Super Boat International (SBI) argued that the lawsuit should be dropped because racers know the potential of accidents and sign waivers in order to participate.  The trial has been continued multiple times, but a judge had recently denied SBI’s motion to dismiss the case.

Although this is great news for the plaintiff, this case has been pending over two years.  During this time, if the family is suffering financially, they may be eligible for litigation funding, a means to avoid an overwhelming amount of debt and see the case through to a final result.

Litigation funding is a lawsuit cash advance that requires no credit checks or employment verification.  Funding is provided strictly on the merits of the case which means once the funding company reviews case documentation, cash can be available within 24 – 48 hours.  A plaintiff can pay outstanding bills with no need for monthly payments on the cash advance. The funding company is only repaid if, and when, the lawsuit settles. If the plaintiff loses, the repayment is completely waived,

If you have filed a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit and need cash now, litigation funding may be a solution.  Begin by applying with Lawsuit Financial online or by phone.  If you qualify, we can have a check wired directly into your account in less than 48 hours.  With Lawsuit Financial, your valuable assets and credit history will not be jeopardized.  Contact us today for a free no-obligation consultation.

Lawsuit Funding: A Priceless Alternative

When you filed your personal injury lawsuit, you never expected it to extend for months, even years.  While the insurance company drags its feet in the interest of protecting their bottom line, you may be suffering significant financial hardship.  Additionally, serious injuries could mean you are unable to work.  Without a temporary lifeline, many victims could face financial ruin in their fight for justice. Plaintiffs can avoid foreclosure and debt, and put food on the table by applying for emergency cash known as lawsuit funding.

Lawsuit funding has become the number one cash solution for auto accident plaintiffs.  A lawsuit cash advance is used as a way to bridge the gap between a plaintiff's financial need and a fair settlement.  Because a lawsuit cash advance is based solely on the strength of the case, no credit checks are required and there are no monthly payments like with a typical bank loan.  The money is provided in return for a promise to repay after the lawsuit settles or the jury rules in your favor.  Once the case successfully settles, the plaintiff repays the cash advance plus fees and interest as defined in the contract.  There are absolutely no hidden fees.  There is no risk to the client because litigation funding is provided on a non-recourse basis meaning that the funding company takes the risk; if the plaintiff does not receive a favorable outcome, the cash advance is completely forgiven.

If you are a plaintiff in a pending lawsuit and the financial pressures leave you feeling like your only option is to accept an early settlement for less than you deserve, don't let the defendant undermine your determination for full case value.  Stand up for your rights and fight back with the aid of lawsuit funding.  Call Lawsuit Financial or visit us online to apply today so you can get beginning paying your bills in as little as 24 hours.  The call is free; the advice priceless.

Pre-Settlement Lawsuit Funding to Keep You Out of Debt

“As a former personal injury attorney, I fully understand the financial hardships many innocent victims face while waiting for their lawsuit to settle.  This is why Lawsuit Financial was founded in 1999.”

~ Mark Bello, President and CEO

It is no secret that lawsuits can be very costly and drag out for months, even years. More often than not, plaintiffs will not have the financial means to withstand the litigation process. The financial stress often times pushes plaintiffs to settle their case quickly for less than they deserve.  At Lawsuit Financial, we understand the financial hardships and are here to help.

Following a personal injury, you may be suffering physical and emotional damage, but injuries may be serious enough to also cause financial damage to your budget.  As medical bills pile up and you are unable to work, simply putting food on the table can be difficult.  Pre-settlement lawsuit funding may be able to keep you out of debt.

Lawsuit Financial offers lawsuit cash advances for most personal injury cases nationwide – auto accidents, slip and fall accidents, medical malpractice.  To be eligible for funding, a plaintiff must be represented by an experienced attorney and the case must have merit. The first step in qualifying is to complete a no-obligation application.  Next, one of our experienced paralegal staff members will contact your attorney for case documentation.  Our underwriters will review the documentation to determine the strength of your case. If approved, a contract is prepared and funds can be wired into your bank account usually within 24 – 48 hours. There are no restrictions on how you spend the cash advance, but typically it is used to pay the mortgage, rent, tuition bills, medical expenses, or household bills. Repayment is only made once you successfully settle your case, but if you do not settle you owe nothing.

If you have been the victim in a personal injury claim, do not settle for less than you deserve just because the case is putting financial strain on your family. Instead, let Lawsuit Financial help you fight for your rights and stay out of debt.

Pre-Settlement Lawsuit Funding Is a Financial Lifeline for Medical Malpractice Plaintiffs

When a loved one is seriously injured or dies due to a medical error, the victim (or his/her surviving family members) may be entitled to compensation. An experience medical malpractice attorney can evaluate the circumstances and determine whether the victim has a viable case. After a lawsuit is filed, the time between the lawsuit and settlement can stretch over years - time that is financially difficult for many plaintiffs. When the ability to wait for compensation is not an option,pre-settlement lawsuit funding may be a financial lifeline for medical malpractice plaintiffs