FCA’s Tips to Settlement Negotiation
Negotiating a settlement can avoid going to trial and, in some cases, eliminate the need to file a lawsuit. Therefore, settlement negotiation can dramatically speed up your claim. It may also save a great deal by reducing attorney’s fees and avoiding court costs. If your attorney has advised you to weigh a settlement, here are […]
How Long Does a Lawsuit Take to Settle?
After you experience a personal injury, a lawsuit may seem like the best option. But it’s important to know that the legal process takes time. It’s generally 1 to 3 years before you can collect any proceeds from a settlement. Whether you have an auto accident, slip and fall, medical malpractice, product liability, or other […]
How Does Litigation Funding Work?
Litigation funding allows plaintiffs to pursue a lawsuit by providing them with the capital they need. This capital is provided by a third party who is unrelated to the lawsuit or claim. In return, the funding company receives a portion of any financial recovery obtained from a settlement or court judgement. Funding companies often make […]
What is Post-Settlement Funding?
Being awarded damages by a court can take a while. By now, you’ve been dealing with a case, not to mention possible injuries and expenses related to an accident, for some time. Just because you’re now entitled to compensation, doesn’t mean you’ll receive the money anytime soon. That’s where post-settlement funding comes in. If you […]
How Long Does a Settlement Take?
Plaintiffs in a personal injury case often ask, “How long does a settlement take?” Being in a hurry to settle the case often means being awarded fewer damages. You can get a larger settlement amount by letting your attorney fight for your rights. But this can take a little time. Settlement funding can cover your […]
Line Of Credit
The costs of running a law firm rack up very quickly. Between marketing, office leases expenses, payroll, and case expenses, you incur a lot of costs before even stepping foot into the courtroom to defend your client. To fund these expenses, attorneys choose to invest their own money or acquire a loan from their local […]
Medical-Legal Finance
Every now and then life brings us challenges in the form of accidents that result in physical injuries. These physical injuries are often life-altering and costly to get treated. It may also seem that in the times when you are in a vulnerable, physical state that the world is against you. Does this situation seem […]
How Does a Settlement Loan Work?
You can apply for settlement loans after filing your lawsuit. Learn more about how the process works and browse FCA Legal Funding’s available programs.
Is It OK to Take a Cash Advance on a Pending Lawsuit?
Getting a cash advance on your lawsuit and future settlement is perfectly legal and a common practice these days. There are many lending companies like Fund Capital America that can help. When you file a lawsuit, claims can take a while to resolve, while financial difficulties prevail and there are living expenses to cover. A […]
Can a Pre-Existing Condition Affect My Litigation Funding?
If you’ve been injured in an accident, filing an injury claim can help pay for medical expenses and make up for lost wages and income. But there are many factors that can complicate matters. One is if you have a pre-existing medical condition. Here, we’ll discuss how this can affect your case and whether you’ll […]