How Lawsuit Loans Help the Financially Challenged

Often, individuals need to file a lawsuit but are worried that they may not be able to afford it because of litigation takes a long time.  Lawsuit loans enable anyone to file a claim by offering litigation funding.  This is an excellent option for those who need money to help pay bills and other expenses while waiting for their claim to be settled.

Litigation funding is not a loan; it is more of a cash advance.  Once you are approved, you can choose whether you want to receive your money upfront, or at intervals throughout the waiting period.  If you do win your claim, the litigation financing company will be paid back when you settle your case.  If you lose your case, you don’t owe them anything.  This makes it easier for those who would otherwise not be able to withstand the lengthy litigation process to get the compensation they deserve.

How do you know if you qualify for litigation funding?  Lawsuit loans are not based upon your credit history or job status.  The litigation financing company will determine if you are eligible for funding on the basis of the documentation your attorney provides, the amount that you, as the plaintiff, are requesting, and the time estimated until your claim is settled.  If the estimated settlement date is too soon, some companies will deny your request because they won’t be able to accrue a reasonable amount of interest on their investment in your case. On the other hand, certain funding agencies will fund your loan in this situation.

What should be the determining factors for you to decide if you should request litigation funding?  If you are not in good shape financially and fear that you will have trouble paying everyday living expenses such as bills and medical expenses incurred because of your injuries, you are the perfect candidate.  Also, if you are unable to work and have lost wages due to the nature of your injury, you may qualify.

There are other circumstances that may make you eligible for lawsuit loans.  If your claim is against a large company, your case may become drawn out over a long period of time.  This gets costly, and large corporations realize this fact.  They will spend large sums of money to prolong the case, in hopes that you will settle for less money.  This is another instance where litigation funding may be an option for you.

If you have been injured because of the negligence of another party, you deserve just compensation.  Even if you feel you can’t afford to wait out the insurance company, you may be eligible for pre-settlement funding. Litigation financing is a viable option for those who aren’t in the best of financial shape, and will give you the opportunity to fight for what’s right.  Contact your attorney for more information about litigation funding, and whether it may be the answer to your dilemma.

Joel McLaughlin