Lawsuit Funding

Lawsuit Funding For Settlement Agreements

If you have been recently offered a settlement against a personal injury or commercial litigation claim, you may qualify for lawsuit funding with LawLeaf. LawLeaf provides litigation financing for plaintiffs throughout the United States and Canada. If you are interested in obtaining a lawsuit cash advance against your future proceeds contact LawLeaf today.

Q& A for Lawsuit Funding against Settlement Offers

I have recently received a settlement offer against my case and interested in lawsuit funding. How do I apply for an advance against my case?

-You can either apply online or contact at 1-888-566-8614.

I have received a settlement offer on my lawsuit. Do I have to accept my settlement in order to qualify for financing against my case?

-No, LawLeaf provides both pre settlement funding and post settlement funding. We can provide advances whether you have accepted an offer or rejected an offer.

I recently accepted a settlement agreement against my lawsuit, but I won’t receive compensation for several weeks. Are the rates lower because there is little risk to you?

-Yes, the rates are always lower for cases that have reached a settlement or a judgment. If you have successfully won compensation from your case and you are searching for an advance against the proceeds from the case, the rates should always be lower than pre settlement funding.

I am interested in receiving a lawsuit cash advance against a settled case. What type of documents will be needed to process my application?

Unlike pre settlement funding the only documents we typically need for cases that have settled are, a settlement agreement a letter from your attorney detailing what youwill receive after all liens are paid.

If you have received a settlement offer or recently signed off on a settlement agreement, we can assist you in obtaining an advance against your future cash award. If you are considering a settlement loan, contact LawLeaf today.

Please Note: LawLeaf provides lawsuit funding against settlement offers and settlement agreements for both personal injury and commercial litigation claims.

Additional Information:

LawLeaf provides settlement offer and settlement agreement financing throughout the United States and Canada: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming and the District of Columbia D.C. *NC Residents may currently obtain legal financing for 25K and over. Please contact us for additional information.

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Saturday, August 14th, 2010 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

Accident Legal Financing

Accident legal financing is simply a cash advance against a pending personal injury claim. This means if you are going through a lawsuit as a result of the negligence of another, you may qualify for legal financing based upon the merits of your case. If you are currently searching for legal financing against a lawsuit resulting from an accident, begin applying with LawLeaf today.

How do I qualify for legal financing against a lawsuit resulting from an accident?

If you are a plaintiff in the lawsuit and you are being represented by an attorney, you may qualify for financing against your claim. The first step in obtaining legal financing is to apply online or contact us today.

If I lose my case, do I have to repay the advance?

Legal financing for all personal injury claims is non recourse. In other words, if you lose your case, you owe nothing.

How much money in legal financing can be obtained against my case?

The amount of money will depend upon the estimated value of your claim. The larger the estimated value the larger the advance. We can typically get legal financing from 5% to 20% of the estimated value, depending upon the case.

I just filed a lawsuit against my accident. Can I apply for legal financing?

Yes, as long as a lawsuit has been filed by an attorney, you may be eligible for legal financing against your claim.

What type of accidents will LawLeaf consider?

We will consider all types of different personal injury types. A few of the different types of accidents include but not limited to:

  • Animal & Dog Bites
  • Amusement Park Accidents
  • Assault & Battery Cases
  • Auto Accidents
  • Asbestos
  • Aviation Accidents
  • Bike Accidents
  • Boat Accidents
  • Birth Injury
  • Brain Injury
  • Burn Injuries
  • Bus Accidents
  • Car Accidents
  • All Catastrophic Injuries
  • Construction Accidents
  • Maritime Accidents
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Mesothelioma
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Nursing Home Negligence
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Personal Injury
  • Premises Liability
  • Product Liability
  • Railroad & Train Accidents
  • Slip & Fall
  • Swimming Pool Accidents
  • Toxic Mold
  • Tractor Trailer Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
  • Wrongful Death Cases

I am considering legal financing against my accident. In what states do you represent?

LawLeaf provides legal financing throughout the United States and Canada: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming and the District of Columbia D.C. *NC Residents may currently obtain legal financing for 25K and over. Please contact us for additional information.

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Providing Funding Through LawLeaf

There is a sense of urgency for many of our clients. We understand that pre settlement funding is the difference of making rent, car and even tuition payments for yourself or a love one. Whatever the urgency we understand the need of a cash advance. If you are currently searching for a lawsuit cash advance begin by applying online at LawLeaf today. LawLeaf is a provider of lawsuit funding services throughout North America. Whether you are looking for personal injury funding or commercial litigation financing, we can help.

Does LawLeaf check credit?

No, lawsuit funding is based upon the merits of a lawsuit. We will never ask for a social security number nor do we care how good or bad your credit may be. We are only interested in the strength of your case. If you have a valid case chances are you will be approved for a settlement loan with LawLeaf.

Will we contact your attorney?

Yes, in order for us to begin the process we will need to contact your attorney. We will ask your attorney to release documentation on your case. This documentation is used to assess the validity of your claim. We will work directly with your attorney prior to the funding process. There is a good chance that your attorney will have a paralegal or a secretary gather the information and send it in order to get the process started. Prior to a final approval, an underwriter will talk to your attorney to discuss your case.

Legal funding rates?

Most clients are always concerned about rates for good reason. LawLeaf is dedicated to providing the most competitive rates within the industry. We understand that while some clients will be charged higher rates for certain types of cases, we will always do our best in securing the best rates for each client. LawLeaf has the reputation of securing the best rates for both pre settlement and post settlement funding within the industry. Furthermore, applying with LawLeaf will not only provide you with competitive rates but also faster approvals.

If you are currently searching for lawsuit funding, contact LawLeaf today.

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Tuesday, July 13th, 2010 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

Is the Economy Impacting Litigation Funding Approvals

The question that many prospective clients, attorney’s, consultants and brokers want to know is whether the economy is having a negative impact on litigation financing approvals. The concept of lawsuit funding is a fairly new concept and as more investors understand this form of financing, more will begin entering into this market. Over the past 6 months, LawLeaf has seen more hedge funds and investors enter into the market than the previous two years. As a result, LawLeaf has seen a steady increase in approvals.

Finding the right company

Part of the process of obtaining a lawsuit loan against a pending or settled claim is finding the right company. While we’ve seen a significant increase in our approval rate, this may not be so for other companies. We believe the diversification of our institutional funds and our ability to spread our case load of applicants out to different sources, has played a major impact in our success. LawLeaf most recently has secured partnerships with several large institutional funds which gives us the leverage to fund even the largest cases.Whether you have a large commercial litigation case or searching for personal injury funding, LawLeaf can help. Unlike most companies, LawLeaf is able to provide funding services for all types of lawsuits.

Understanding lending habits

Another important part of securing financing for our clients is understanding the lending habits of our partners. We get dozens of applicants each week applying with LawLeaf because they were declined by other companies. Many of these applicants believe their decline could be a result of a down economy. What they don’t realize during the funding process is the company is not willing to provide funding for their specific case type or unable to advance the requested amount against the suit. When evaluating different companies its important that you investigate whether the company is financially capable of lending out large sums of cash and if they are willing to look at all types of suits. Understanding the lending habits of each company could mean the difference of saturating one application (ultimately killing your chances of getting funded) to multiple funding sources, or getting an approval from the right funding source(s).

Getting the approval

Getting the approval is the most important part of any funding process. LawLeaf has the reputation of getting even the toughest cases funded. We are a company that is persistent and we believe our persistence has paid off for hundreds of clients. While the economy may have impacted some companies approvals, we believe it has helped ours.  If you are searching for litigation funding, begin by applying online with LawLeaf today.

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Friday, June 18th, 2010 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

Settlement Funding for Qui Tam Lawsuit: Whistleblower

If you are involved a qui tam lawsuit and searching for lawsuit funding, LawLeaf can help. LawLeaf provides qui tam lawsuit funding to clients nationwide. Due to the complex nature of these types of cases, some plaintiffs are forced to borrow against future proceeds. If you are involved in a qui tam lawsuit and searching for settlement funding, contact LawLeaf today.

LawLeaf provides extensive experience in securing settlement loans to claimants in qui tam litigation cases. The company serves whistleblower’s that are searching for pre settlement funding and post settlement funding for all types of qui tam cases.

If you believe a person or company is defrauding the United States government you can file a lawsuit in federal court against the guilty party. In order to successfully file a lawsuit in federal court you will likely need the assistance of an experienced whistleblower (qui tam) lawyer. A qui tam attorney will assist you in properly preparing the suit. The importance of properly filing suit can mean the difference of the government taking on your case or not.

If the government decides to take a case and the prosecution successfully litigates the claim, there could be a substantial award paid to the party that was responsible for “blowing the whistle.” In some cases the whistleblower could receive up to 30% of the damages awarded in the case. The amount the qui tam whistleblower receives typically depends upon the extent to which the person contributed to the prosecution’s case. In some courts the amount of money a whistleblower will receive will depend upon if the case settles or goes to trial.

The federal False Claims Act allows an individual with knowledge of fraud on the federal government to sue on behalf of the government. The suit is set forth to recover damages and penalties on behalf of the government.  The individual bringing the suit against another person or company is called the Relator.

The False Claims Act was created to help stop fraud against the government. The False Claims Act is extremely important to the US government as it deters fraud. Each year, the government recovers billions of dollars with the help of private individuals who assist in blowing the whistle on fraudulent activity against the government.

Some of the most common types of qui tam lawsuits include:

  • Fraudulent minority owned businesses
  • Oil Companies
  • Medicare & Medicaid fraud
  • Government contractors
  • IRS Tax Fraud
  • Gas & Mining
  • Securities Exchange Commission (SEC)
  • Financial Fraud
  • Defense Contracts
  • Pharmaceutical companies
  • Fraud against Armed Forces
  • Fraud against Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

If you are searching for qui tam lawsuit funding, contact LawLeaf today.

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Sunday, May 9th, 2010 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

BP Oil Spill Lawsuit & Funding

If you are part of a lawsuit against British Petroleum (”BP”) or other companies with ties to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, you may qualify for lawsuit funding with LawLeaf. LawLeaf is a leading online provider of litigation financing and lawsuit cash advances throughout the United States. We have provided services to businesses and individuals that have incurred damages from disaster related incidents.

The oil spill in the Gulf Coast has resulted in a financial disaster to thousands of people and businesses throughout the Gulf Coast. For some people that can’t afford to wait for a settlement, they may qualify for lawsuit funding with LawLeaf. If you are currently searching for a settlement loan against a lawsuit from the recent oil spill catastrophe, contact LawLeaf today.

What are some of the damages that have incurred as a result to the BP oil spill?

Some of the damages that have incurred include:

  • Property damage
  • Loss of profits
  • Loss of earning capacity;
  • Loss of use of natural resources;
  • Loss of revenues

Who are some of the individuals and companies who may be eligible for settlement funding?

Any person or company involved in the BP lawsuit may be eligible for a lawsuit cash advance through LawLeaf. The following is a list of individuals and companies that my be eligible.

  • Commercial and individual fisherman
  • Oyster industry
  • Shrimp industry
  • Seafood processors
  • Seafood packaging industry
  • Dock and Marina owners
  • Dock and Marina operators
  • Commercial and private boat owners;
  • Waterfront property owners
  • Restaurant owners

If you are a litigant and searching for pre settlement funding against the BP oil spill contact LawLeaf today.

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Saturday, May 8th, 2010 Lawsuit Funding 2 Comments

Back Injury & Lawsuit Funding

If you have been involved in an accident that resulted in a back injury and searching for lawsuit funding, contact LawLeaf today. LawLeaf provides plaintiffs with lawsuit cash advances against catastrophic injuries and soft tissue injures. Regardless of how bad the back injury, LawLeaf can assist you.

Q: I was involved in an accident which resulted in a back injury, can I obtain a settlement loan before my case settles?

A: Yes, you can apply for pre settlement funding which means a lawsuit cash advance against a pending personal injury claim.

Q: How soon can you provide a lawsuit advance against my claim?

A: It is mandatory that you have an attorney and a suit has been filed. As long as you have a lawyer and there is an active lawsuit, you can apply for a lawsuit loan against your claim.

Q: Will LawLeaf provide soft tissue funding?

A: Yes, LawLeaf has been very successful in obtaining lawsuit funding against soft tissue cases. While most lenders prefer catastrophic (surgery related) we can obtain settlement loans against soft tissue cases.

Q: What are the rates to obtain accident funding against a back injury claim?

A: The rates will vary depending upon the strength of your case.

Q: I was involved in an accident which resulted in a severe back injury. The case has recently settled out of court. I would like to obtain settlement funding against my compensation. Are the rates better for cases that have settled?

A: Yes, post settlement funding provides some of the lowest rates within the industry. The reason why is because lawsuit loans are based upon risk. The riskier the case the higher the rate.

Q: If I am approved for lawsuit funding and I lose my claim, will I have to pay back the advance?

A: If you obtain a lawsuit advance against an accident resulting in a back injury and you are unsuccessful in recouping compensation for damages, you will not be obligated to pay back the advance.

If you have been involved in an accident resulting in a back injury and you are searching for a lawsuit loan, contact LawLeaf today.

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Sunday, May 2nd, 2010 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

Lawsuit Loans Before or After a Trial

If you are searching for a lawsuit cash advance because your case is going to trial, contact LawLeaf today. LawLeaf provides lawsuit funding options to plaintiffs that have been forced into a trial. Personal injury and commercial litigation lawsuits can be physically and financially exhausting even without going to trial. But when having to be forced into trial due to the unwillingness of the defense to settle for fair compensation, it can become exhausting.

Unfortunately today, insurance companies and defense attorney’s understand that most Americans are struggling and many prefer going to trial in hopes of “bleeding-out” the plaintiff. This tactic has helped the insurance industry and companies alike save tens of millions of dollars each year that would have been otherwise paid out through fair settlements.

Prior to reaching a trial, the attorneys may address preliminary issues pertaining to the trial. These issues may be directed to the witnesses, admissibility of evidence and the manner in which the trial will proceed. While it’s common that both sides have been unsuccessful in reaching a settlement prior to the trial date, oftentimes a settlement may be reached the day of the trial.

Once a case reaches a trial there are certain procedures and processes that are in place. A trial can be very complex and sometimes the processes can change. Below is an example of how a trial is conducted.

  • Preliminary Issues
  • Jury Selection
  • Opening Statements
  • Presenting the Plaintiff’s Case
  • Presenting the Defendant’s Case
  • Rebuttal
  • Closing Arguments
  • Trial Motions
  • Jury Instruction
  • Verdict
  • Post-Trial Motions & Appeals

Once the trial is complete the jury will make a decision based upon the evidence and facts of the case. They will gather in a room and begin discussing the case. If the jury can’t come to an agreement it may result in a mistrial; this will result in another trial at a later date. If the jury comes to a decision they will put their answers on a form which is typically read by the judge.

LawLeaf provides lawsuit advances to clients that are interested in pre settlement funding or post settlement funding. If you are about to go to trial we can provide pre settlement funding. If you have recently reached a settlement or would like a lawsuit loan against proceeds won from a verdict, we can help. If you are interested in obtaining a lawsuit loan, begin by contacting LawLeaf today.

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Tuesday, April 27th, 2010 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

Information for Legal Funding

If you are considering legal funding against a personal injury claim, contact LawLeaf today. Prior to a settlement loan approval there is information that is needed by the funding company. This information will be gathered through a case document request from your attorney. Prior to being approved for lawsuit funding with any company, they will request documentation which is used by and underwriter to evaluate the strength of your case. If an underwriter believes that you will win your suit and compensation will be paid, there is a strong likelihood you will qualify for a lawsuit cash advance against your claim.

Some of the information that may be found in these documents may include (depending upon the case):

  • The name and contact information of the plaintiff
  • Contact information of the defendant
  • Details outlining the accident: Who was involved, where the accident took place, were there witnesses, how the accident happened etc. This information generally comes from a police report, incident report, internal investigate report and/or witness statements.
  • A copy of the complaint - This may include a preamble, statement of facts, statement of claim, negligence of defendant etc. The complaint will vary depending upon the lawsuit.
  • Medical records - Medical records should provide details about your injuries. These records may include a list of doctors you were referred to, treatments and surgeries (if any), how many times you’ve been treated, medical expenses, projected ongoing medical treatments or rehabilitation (associated estimated costs), MRI’s, X-Ray’s, expert reports and narrative reports.
  • Insurance information of the defendant(s)

Other information that will be considered in helping understand the total value of the claim may include:

  • Ongoing care
  • Pain and suffering,
  • Disfigurement and loss of enjoyment of life
  • Loss of consortium
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Loss of wages

Once the underwriter has reviewed the case documents they typically contact the attorney. The underwriter may have additional questions regarding the lawsuit or may want to find out from the attorney if he or she believes they will be successful in obtaining compensation from the case.

Legal funding can take as little as an hour and as long as several days. The longest part in obtaining legal funding against a claim is typically the document request. Once we receive the documents we can typically have an answer back to the applicant within hours.

If you are considering legal funding against your personal injury claim, contact LawLeaf today.

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Tuesday, April 27th, 2010 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

Brooklyn Lawsuit Funding

If you are living in Brooklyn, New York and searching for lawsuit funding, begin by applying online with LawLeaf. LawLeaf is a client centric company that can assist clients throughout Brooklyn with settlement funding for pending or already settled claims. If you live in Brooklyn and searching for a settlement loan against a personal injury or a commercial litigation claim, we can help.

I live in Brooklyn and searching for lawsuit funding. How much money can I get against my lawsuit?

-The amount of money you can obtain depends upon the size of your lawsuit. On average you can get between 5%-20% against the value of your claim.

How long does the process take to get a lawsuit cash advance against my suit?

-LawLeaf has successfully obtained funding for their clients within several hours to several days. Once we receive an application we will immediately work with your attorney in getting the appropriate documentation for funding. Once we receive the documents we can generally provide an answer within hours.

What are your rates?

-Our rates vary depending upon case type and strength of case. If there is clear liability and you have received an offer the rates are generally lower. The most affordable rates are for those cases that have already settled and the plaintiff is waiting for proceeds. LawLeaf has the reputation of providing some of the most competitive rates within the litigation financing industry. This is why more people are turning to LawLeaf for their settlement funding needs.

What are the different funding types you offer?

We offer pre settlement funding, post settlement funding and structured settlement buyouts.

Have you provided lawsuit funding services to clients in Brooklyn?

-Yes! Brooklyn is one of the heaviest populated areas for lawsuit funding. We receive applications from plaintiffs in Brooklyn on a regular basis. We also work with and have funded clients for attorneys throughout Brooklyn.

My accident happened in Brooklyn but my attorney is not located in Brooklyn. Can you provide lawsuit funding in other locations?

-Yes, LawLeaf provides lawsuit loans throughout the state of New York. We also take application from clients located throughout the United States.

What type of personal injury cases can you handle?

If you have been involved in a personal injury and you have the representation of an attorney, we can work with you. We can process all personal injury rleated lawsuits.

What type of commercial litigation claims can you handle?

-LawLeaf can handle all commercial litigation claims. If you have the representation of an attorney that is hired on a contingency fee basis we can help.

What is the best way to begin the process of obtaining money against my lawsuit?

-Begin by applying online or contacting one of our representatives at our toll free number.

If you are searching for lawsuit funding in Brooklyn, begin by applying online with LawLeaf today. LawLeaf can provide Brooklyn lawsuit funding for clients requesting as little as $500 into the millions. If you live in or have a lawsuit in Brooklyn, we can help.

For additional information on lawsuit funding, please visit lawleaf.com

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Wednesday, April 14th, 2010 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

Looking for Financial Relief

Are you now looking for a financial source so you can keep you lawsuit alive? Are you considering settling for less money because you can’t afford to continue the litigation process?  If you are now considering a lawsuit loan so you can financially sustain, begin by applying online with LawLeaf today. LawLeaf is a leader in the litigation financing industry and as a leader we are committed to getting our clients into the best rates in the shortest period of time.

What can a lawsuit cash advance do for you?

A lawsuit cash advance can be an effective tool to keep your case alive. Today, more people are using lawsuit funding as a way to extend the life of their case. As insurance companies crack down on fair settlement offers, plaintiffs that are in financial dismay may consider even the lowest offers because they have nowhere else to turn. As the economy worsens and more people are out of work, lawsuit funding has become the financial stop gap for many. A lawsuit cash advance is a non recourse loan that can provide the financial staying power needed to fight off creditors while going through a long and strenuous legal process.

LawLeaf understands that the majority of our clients are in desperate need of financial relief. When you apply with LawLeaf  you can rest assure we work feverishly in getting an approval in the shortest period of time. We will work directly with your attorney and our underwriters throughout the funding process assuring you that your application is handled professionally and judiciously.

If you are considering a lawsuit loan against your claim, begin by applying online with LawLeaf. We can help provide the financial relief needed so you can continue the litigation process.

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Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

Traumatic Brain Injury

If you are in a pending lawsuit for a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and searching for lawsuit funding, begin by applying online with LawLeaf today. A traumatic brain injury is catastrophic as it can result in disability and sometimes death. The financial and emotional impact it can have on a person and his or her family can be devastating. If you are fortunate enough to live after a traumatic brain injury it is highly likely that you may have some form of disability or worse yet be crippled.

Some of the common symptoms of TBI include:

  • Anxiety and nervousness
  • Difficulty controlling urges
  • Impulsiveness
  • Irritability
  • Blurry or double vision (diplopia)
  • Depression
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Difficulty sitting
  • Difficulty walking
  • Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
  • Dizziness
  • Headaches
  • In-coordination of movements
  • Lightheaded
  • Loss of balance
  • Loss of memory
  • Muscle Spasms
  • Muscle stiffness
  • Numbness
  • Seizures
  • Sleep disorders
  • Slurred speech
  • Tingling
  • Sense of spinning (vertigo)
  • Weakness

If you have been injured by another due to their negligence and it has resulted in a traumatic brain injury, you have the right to seek legal recourse for damages. TBI can be life altering and it can negatively affect the lives of the victims and their loved ones. Lawsuit funding against a traumatic brain injury lawsuit is most commonly used by those victims that can no longer work and can’t afford to go through a long litigation process. A lawsuit cash advance can provide the financial staying power needed to extend the life of the case; without having to settle for less. If you are currently going through the litigation process or have recently settled a case involving a traumatic brain injury, contact LawLeaf today for a lawsuit loan.

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Attorneys Recommend Lawsuit Funding

Many of our clients contact LawLeaf because they were referred by their attorney. In fact a  large percentage of applicants come from attorneys searching for lawsuit funding for their client. So why are more attorneys now considering lawsuit funding for their clients? Several years ago many attorneys frowned upon those companies that offered pre settlement funding. When pre settlement funding first emerged into the legal industry many companies got away with charging exceptionally high rates. The industry has come a long way from where it started.

As the demand for legal funding continues to spiral upward more investors are entering into the marketplace. This has created an influx of new companies and hedge funds entering into the litigation financing space. Increased competition is good news for plaintiffs because more companies are now adjusting their rates to keep up with their competitors. As a result rates have declined over the last several years making it much more affordable.

Because of these rate adjustments attorneys are now feeling more comfortable recommending their clients to this form of financing. When an attorney takes on a new client they have a fiduciary responsibility to obtain the maximum amount of compensation for their client. Most attorney will provide their services on a contingency fee basis meaning you pay them once the case settles. The attorney will provide the up-front costs throughout the litigation process for a percentage of the proceeds once compensation is paid. A lawsuit can be very expensive and it can take a great deal of time. In fact the discovery costs alone have greatly increased over the last several years alone. The challenge that most attorneys face is figuring out whether a case will be profitable. Once they’ve committed to a case they will spend the time and money needed to get a positive result for their client.

As the economy continues to spiral downward more plaintiffs are anxious to get compensation sooner than later. In some cases they are willing to settle for much less than the fair value of their case. While the attorney may be convinced they can eventually win full compensation for their client, they are sometimes forced by their client to settle the case early. This can result in a net loss for the attorney because of the resources and money spent on the case.

Lawsuit funding can balance out the need for money and the ability to continue the litigation process. By securing a lawsuit cash advance for a client, it will provide the time needed to fully litigate the case. The end result can be a larger payout to the client and the attorney. When an attorney refers a client to LawLeaf oftentimes they are faced with this very situation. They want to buy their client more time because they are convinced they will receive a much larger payout against the claim.

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Wednesday, February 10th, 2010 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

Lawsuit Capital For Plaintiffs

It is important for many people that are looking to extend the life of their claim to receive lawsuit capital against a pending case. When LawLeaf receives applications for lawsuit capital advances we understand the importance of getting money to our clients when they need it most. Lawsuit capital is oftentimes used to help pay for medical expenses or living expenses. This money is loaned to a plaintiff on a contingency fee basis meaning you only pay back the loan if you are success in winning compensation for your claim.

At LawLeaf we provide lawsuit capital for both personal injury and commercial litigation claims. We can provide these advances both for pre settlement and post settlement basis. If you secure lawsuit capital on a pre settlement basis you will receive the money prior to your case reaching a settlement. If you receive lawsuit capital on a post settlement basis, you’ll receive the loan after a settlement or judgment has been awarded.

At LawLeaf we are interested in getting the lawsuit capital our clients need at a competitive rate and in a timely manner. If you are currently searching for lawsuit capital begin by applying online with LawLeaf today.

*LawLeaf provides extensive information on the lawsuit funding process and information on the various types of cases we can handle. LawLeaf is currently providing lawsuit funding throughout the United States and in Canada. If you are interested in getting an advancement for your claim, contact us for a free no obligation consultation of your claim. We stand ready to assist you in your time of need.

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Thursday, November 26th, 2009 Lawsuit Funding No Comments

Can a Lawsuit Loan Help

A lawsuit loan is a non recourse loan against a pending or already settled lawsuit. In order to qualify for a lawsuit loan the plaintiff will need the representation of an attorney. If you are having financial difficulties and have exhausted other alternatives, perhaps a lawsuit loan is right for you.  Lawsuit loans are used by plaintiffs that otherwise would have to settlement for less money on their lawsuits. Plaintiffs may also be waiting for settlement offers or in some cases waiting on compensation from an already settled case. A settlement can be reached through a judgment or through a settlement offer.

If you are considering a lawsuit loan begin by applying with LawLeaf. A lawsuit loan is a non recourse advance against a personal injury or commercial litigation claim. LawLeaf provides lawsuit loans throughout the United States and will always be non recourse meaning you only pay back the loan if you win your case.

More people are choosing LawLeaf to handle their lawsuit loan needs because the company offers competitive rates, faster approvals lumped with great customer service. The main focus of the company is providing each client with more money at lower rates.

Our clients will use the money to pay off medical expenses, car payments, mortgages, college tuition or other out of pocket expenses. What’s important is that if approved you can use the money to pay off increasing debt without having to settle for less money.

At LawLeaf we find that many of our clients come from customer and attorney referrals. This is a true testament to a job well done. When you apply with LawLeaf for a lawsuit loan you are partnering with a company that has your best interest at heart. We talk to each client throughout the lawsuit loan process answering any questions that may arise. At LawLeaf we will build the bridge between your attorney, you and our underwriters for a smooth approval process.

If you are currently searching for a lawsuit loan, we ask you to apply online with LawLeaf today. We stand ready to assist you in your time of need.

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Friday, November 20th, 2009 Lawsuit Funding 2 Comments

What is Legal Cash

What is considered Legal Cash? For a lack of a better term legal cash is considered an advance of money against a legal case. The case can be a personal injury or commercial litigation claim and can come as pre settlement funding (before a case settles) or post settlement (after a case settles but before the first payment is received). If you are searching for legal cash begin by applying online with LawLeaf. LawLeaf is a leading legal cash advance company that provides plaintiffs with more options. The company provides legal cash advances throughout the United States. Most recently the company has begun offering
legal cash services to personal injury victims located in Canada.

Legal cash can be a tool used to help the plaintiff “level the playing field” during a lawsuit. When the defense or insurance company offers an initial settlement offer to a plaintiff, more than not the settlement is lower than the value of a claim. Legal cash is a way to counter a lower settlement because you are now able to secure monies against a lawsuit without having to settle.

Prior to the legal cash industry people that had financial troubles may have settled their case prematurely without giving thought of the repercussions of doing so. Many people that were going through tough financial times would settle their cases without considering ongoing expenses related to an accident or incident. This created havoc to families that were counting on fair compensation to pay for the
negligence of another.

Today legal cash is used to leverage a claim. A plaintiff will secure legal cash as a way to hold out for larger payouts. Legal cash has become very popular amongst plaintiffs unwilling to settle for less than the full value of their claim. If you are currently in this position and interested in finding out more information about legal cash, begin by applying online with LawLeaf today. LawLeaf a leading lawsuit funding and structured settlement company can assist you today.

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Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 Lawsuit Funding 1 Comment

Different Options & Different Rates

If you are going through the lawsuit funding process for the first time you may have questions regarding different options and rates that can be offered to you. A lawsuit cash advance is similar to many other financial transactions. The client is searching for different options which could result in different rates. At LawLeaf we are experts at looking at the different cases and providing more options for our clients. This also can have a direct effect on the rates you can secure for a pre settlement advance or structured settlement purchase.

What are the different available options?

It is important to understand the case. Is the client searching for pre settlement, post settlement or structured settlement funding? Pre settlement funding is before a claim has settled, post settlement funding soon after a case has reached a settlement and a structured settlement is when the claimant is receiving annuity payments over a specific time period. The different type of options will depend upon the funding type.

For instance when a client is requesting pre settlement funding they will be best suited working with an underwriter that has experience in looking at their type of lawsuit. Some underwriters are more versed in different areas of law and can make the difference of getting funding or getting denied. The underwriting company that provides the financing to plaintiffs may have experience in handling personal injury claims while others prefer commercial litigation disputes. By applying with a company that is unfamiliar with your type of lawsuit could make the difference between getting funded or getting denied.

In terms of structured settlement financing. Pre settlement and post settlement funding are oftentimes offered as a non recourse loan. Structured settlement purchased are offered through a full purchase or a partial purchase of the annuity. There are companies that offer structured settlement purchases but not pre settlement funding and vice versa. The problem that most clients run into is finding which company offers the better rates, larger payouts in the shortest amount of time.

When discussing rates for funding:

  • What type of case are you submitting?
  • What is the likelihood of winning your claim?
  • Does the defense have the financial backing to pay the claimant?
  • Is the applicant applying for pre settlement or post settlement funding? There is more risk involved with pre settlement funding.
  • How quickly will the case settle?
  • Personal injury or commercial litigation? Comfort at looking at a specific claim.
  • Pre settlement & post settlement vs. structured settlement

Understanding which financial institutions offer better rates for specific cases can mean the difference of more money in your pocket. If you are searching for structured settlement cash it can be the difference of thousands of dollars for your annuity payments. It is imperative prior to applying with for funding with any company they have a track record of getting their clients into competitive rates.

If you are searching for a partner through the funding process that has processed thousand of applications for its clients, begin by applying online with LawLeaf today. We are just not another lawsuit funding company, we are a partner in the funding process.

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Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 Lawsuit Funding 2 Comments

Settle Early or Pre Settlement Funding

If you are considering an early settlement you may be thinking about pre settlement funding. Prior to an early settlement you should always consider the full value of your claim. If the amount that was offered by an insurance company or defense is a fraction of what you are suing for perhaps pre settlement funding may be an option to a smaller settlement.

When a person decides to accept a settlement offer they should be aware they can’t seek additional monies at a later date. This means a plaintiff will not receive money associated with ongoing expenses related to an accident or claim. This would also include ongoing medical expenses. Prior to a settlement your attorney may advise you to accept an offer or wait for a better offer from the defense. While some people may be in the financial position to wait on a fairer settlement offer, others are not. Pre settlement funding can be used at this stage of the suit. Pre settlement funding is oftentimes used as an alternative to an early settlement as it puts money in your pocket without having to settle for less. If you are considering pre settlement funding as an alternative to settling your case early consider the following:

  • Does the company offer different payment options?
  • Will the company provide non recourse funding?
  • Does the company provide more than one underwriting source?
  • How quickly can the company turn around an application?
  • What types of cases does the company offer?
  • Does the company focus its business to the pre settlement funding process?
  • What is the reputation of the company?
  • Will the company put your financial interests ahead of its own?

If you are considering an early settlement and would like to find out if pre settlement is for you, begin by applying online with LawLeaf today. LawLeaf is an online lawsuit funding company that provides services throughout North America. If you are looking for a partner contact us today.

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