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Lawsuit Loans And Lawsuit Funding

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Published: February 22, 2007

Lawsuit loans offer advanced funding for a settled or pending lawsuit. The money loaned is borrowed against the amount of money the lawsuit is expected to payout.

A lawsuit can take months or even a year to settle and even then the payment may take more time. Those who are injured, sick, and unemployed can not afford to wait for their lawsuit to settle. Lawsuit loans are available to help the victim and their family with expenses such as a house payment or other bills

Even though it is referred to as a lawsuit loan, it is not a traditional loan. The money is an advance on what the case settlement is estimated to payout. Many lenders require a low interest charge between 2.5% and 4.99%. No money is required to be paid on a monthly basis. Lawsuit loan lenders buy into the lawsuit. The lender does not get paid unless the case is won.

Anyone who is represented by an attorney and is involved in a lawsuit case may be eligible for a lawsuit loan. An attorney can help determine if a particular case is qualified for funding. Most lawsuit loans are granted for injury cases; however, each case varies and may also be eligible. Common lawsuit loans are granted for cases involving a personal injury, workers comp, auto accident, wrongful death claim, medical malpractice, and slip and fall claim. Other cases that qualify include sexual harassment, employment discrimination, breach of contract, wrongful termination, and product liability. Lawsuits vary from case to case and anyone involved in a lawsuit that needs immediate funds is entitled to request financial help from a lender.

Lawsuit loans are often easier and faster than a loan from a bank. It can take as little as twenty-four to seventy-two hours in most cases. Settled cases and auto accident lawsuit loans are often granted in twenty-four hours.

The process for applying for lawsuit loans begins with finding a licensed and reputable lender. There are many scam artists out there preying on those going through hard times. When a lender is licensed they have to uphold state and federal lending laws. Unlicensed lenders generally have higher interest rates and vague contracts.

Once a lender is found, the plaintiff fills out an application. This is done online or with a loan specialist. Many companies that specialize in lawsuit loans will reply within a few hours to a day. The attorney for the lawsuit is required to be part of the process. The lawyer may be able to recommend a loan specialist.

Lawsuit loans are based on the merit of the claim. The amount of money is in no way reflected on personal credit rating or job status. There is no down payment or other upfront cost. Many lenders offer non recourse, meaning that if the case does not win the loan is not required to be paid back.

Lawsuit loans are to be used as a last resort for financial help. According to Advanced Lawsuit Funding, the cost of lawsuit loans is expensive. They advise people to use all available expenses before applying for a lawsuit loans. Lawsuit loans should only be used as a last resort.

According to National Lawsuit Funding, lawsuit loans allow the plaintiff more options such as paying expenses and remaining in the case longer in order to pursue a larger settlement. Keep in mind that the longer it takes to settle, the more interest that accrues. However, no one should be forced into a small settlement because they need the money right away.

The world goes on even if someone is going through a lawsuit and is injured and can not work. Bills still need to be paid and credit cards and family and friends can only do so much to help. Lawsuit loans are a way to stay afloat when everything seems to be crashing down for those who need funds before a lawsuit is settled.


Sources:
Advanced Lawsuit Funding. Advanced Lawsuit Funding, Inc. 15 Feb. 2007 <http://www.advancedlawsuitfunding.com/home> .
"Borrow Money on Your Lawsuit." Preferred Capital Lending. Preferred Capital, Inc. 15 Feb. 2007 <http://www.preferredcapitallending.com/>."How It Works." National Lawsuit Funding. 15 Feb. 2007. National Lawsuit Funding LLC. 15 Feb. 2007 <http://www.nationallawsuitfunding.com/legalfun ding.html>.
"Lawsuit Funding." Law Capital Enterprises, LLC. 2004. 18 Feb. 2007 <http://www.lawcapital.net/>.
"Lawsuit Loans." Red Scissors. 2005. Red Scissors Funding Group. 19 Feb. 2007 <http://www.redscissors.com/site/1429603/page/7 45429>.