March 29, 2018
The Settlement Alliance-WEST is proud to announce that we have been nominated as the Best Structured Settlement Provider in California. With offices throughout the state, we […]
January 19, 2018
Claimants involved in personal injury, wrongful death, and workers’ compensation cases have multiple options for handling their proceeds. While some may believe that a lump […]
January 12, 2018
When it comes to placing settlement proceeds or attorney fees in an annuity, claimants and attorneys may find themselves confused about the tax implications associated with […]
December 29, 2017
It can be overwhelming to accept settlement proceeds as the result of a personal injury, workers’ compensation, or wrongful death case. The money is often more […]
October 27, 2017
Structured settlements are typically associated with personal injury, wrongful death, and workers’ compensation settlements. The federal tax code permits income tax exclusion for structured settlements used […]
October 20, 2017
There is a gross misconception that structured settlements offer rates of return well below market standards, precluding them from serving as a viable settlement option. In […]
September 21, 2017
For years, plaintiff attorneys and settlement planning professionals have operated under a set of unclear assumptions when it came to liability settlements and future medicals for […]
July 31, 2017
A commonly held belief in the legal community is that settlement planners only provide structured settlement services. Unfortunately, that misconception can lead to missed opportunities to […]
June 22, 2017
You’re probably familiar with the television commercials inviting viewers to sell their structured settlements for “cash now.” Factoring companies like the ones you see on television […]
June 16, 2017
There is a wealth of information out there regarding structured settlement annuities. Much of it is informational, and with the help of a trusted advisor, claimants […]
May 30, 2017
Claimants who will be receiving settlement awards may have questions and concerns about their finances and the well-being of their families. Whether a claimant is just […]
May 19, 2017
If you have ever been injured on the job, you know how overwhelming it feels to try and replace your income while you and your family […]
May 4, 2017
When an attorney works with a personal injury or wrongful death claimant, the ultimate goal is generally to maximize the recovery for the claimant. While […]
April 26, 2017
When Congress enacted the Periodic Payment Settlement Tax Act of 1982, the Federal Tax Code was amended to provide special tax treatment for certain types of settlement […]
April 2, 2017
Your client has indicated that they want to structure a portion of their settlement, preferring the long-term financial stability that comes with a structured annuity. The […]
March 28, 2017
Structured settlements are a tool for claimants involved personal injury, wrongful death, and workers’ compensation cases. By structuring settlement proceeds into a series of periodic payments, […]
March 21, 2017
Many people hear the words “annuity” and “structured settlement” and assume they mean the same thing. While annuities and structured settlements do share a number of […]
March 5, 2017
As you continue to provide the best service and dedication to your clients, it is impossible to know everything that could benefit your client’s ultimate recovery. […]
February 13, 2017
Primary Office Location: Orange County, California Why did you choose to become a settlement planner? I don’t think I chose to be a settlement planner as much […]
January 20, 2017
“Once you and your client have signed the settlement agreement, you’re done, right? Not even close. You still have a number of statutory and ethical matters […]
January 13, 2017
Whether you are a seasoned attorney or just starting out, you likely understand the importance of keeping a steady stream of satisfied clients. And sometimes […]
November 21, 2016
Depending on the type of settlement your client receives, there may be an opportunity to maximize the settlement funds while minimizing the tax burden. In some […]
October 24, 2016
It’s tempting to wrap up your client’s settlement as quickly as possible. If you move too quickly, though, there are several issues that can derail the […]
March 28, 2016
Structured settlements provide claimants involved in certain types of cases with a valuable tool for financial stability. Unfortunately, there are a number of myths that […]
October 21, 2015
Last year, Pacific Life unveiled a new product, the Index-Linked Annuity Payment Adjustment Rider (ILAPA). The ILAPA product is an optional rider for claimants who choose […]
June 1, 2015
Most plaintiff attorneys know that structured settlements are tools that ensure a steady, long-term flow of income for their injured clients. But what happens when the […]
December 17, 2014
(Guest Post by Casey Johnson, Esq. – Partner, Aitken – Aitken – Cohn) “I thought I had done everything right to protect the plaintiff’s right to […]
December 11, 2014
Plaintiffs who receive a personal injury settlement face a number of important considerations, not the least of which is whether or not they’ll risk losing government […]
March 29, 2018
The Settlement Alliance-WEST is proud to announce that we have been nominated as the Best Structured Settlement Provider in California. With offices throughout the state, we […]
January 19, 2018
Claimants involved in personal injury, wrongful death, and workers’ compensation cases have multiple options for handling their proceeds. While some may believe that a lump […]
January 12, 2018
When it comes to placing settlement proceeds or attorney fees in an annuity, claimants and attorneys may find themselves confused about the tax implications associated with […]
December 29, 2017
It can be overwhelming to accept settlement proceeds as the result of a personal injury, workers’ compensation, or wrongful death case. The money is often more […]
October 27, 2017
Structured settlements are typically associated with personal injury, wrongful death, and workers’ compensation settlements. The federal tax code permits income tax exclusion for structured settlements used […]
October 20, 2017
There is a gross misconception that structured settlements offer rates of return well below market standards, precluding them from serving as a viable settlement option. In […]
September 21, 2017
For years, plaintiff attorneys and settlement planning professionals have operated under a set of unclear assumptions when it came to liability settlements and future medicals for […]
July 31, 2017
A commonly held belief in the legal community is that settlement planners only provide structured settlement services. Unfortunately, that misconception can lead to missed opportunities to […]
June 22, 2017
You’re probably familiar with the television commercials inviting viewers to sell their structured settlements for “cash now.” Factoring companies like the ones you see on television […]
June 16, 2017
There is a wealth of information out there regarding structured settlement annuities. Much of it is informational, and with the help of a trusted advisor, claimants […]
May 30, 2017
Claimants who will be receiving settlement awards may have questions and concerns about their finances and the well-being of their families. Whether a claimant is just […]
May 19, 2017
If you have ever been injured on the job, you know how overwhelming it feels to try and replace your income while you and your family […]
May 4, 2017
When an attorney works with a personal injury or wrongful death claimant, the ultimate goal is generally to maximize the recovery for the claimant. While […]
April 26, 2017
When Congress enacted the Periodic Payment Settlement Tax Act of 1982, the Federal Tax Code was amended to provide special tax treatment for certain types of settlement […]
April 2, 2017
Your client has indicated that they want to structure a portion of their settlement, preferring the long-term financial stability that comes with a structured annuity. The […]
March 28, 2017
Structured settlements are a tool for claimants involved personal injury, wrongful death, and workers’ compensation cases. By structuring settlement proceeds into a series of periodic payments, […]
March 21, 2017
Many people hear the words “annuity” and “structured settlement” and assume they mean the same thing. While annuities and structured settlements do share a number of […]
March 5, 2017
As you continue to provide the best service and dedication to your clients, it is impossible to know everything that could benefit your client’s ultimate recovery. […]
February 13, 2017
Primary Office Location: Orange County, California Why did you choose to become a settlement planner? I don’t think I chose to be a settlement planner as much […]
January 20, 2017
“Once you and your client have signed the settlement agreement, you’re done, right? Not even close. You still have a number of statutory and ethical matters […]
January 13, 2017
Whether you are a seasoned attorney or just starting out, you likely understand the importance of keeping a steady stream of satisfied clients. And sometimes […]
November 21, 2016
Depending on the type of settlement your client receives, there may be an opportunity to maximize the settlement funds while minimizing the tax burden. In some […]
October 24, 2016
It’s tempting to wrap up your client’s settlement as quickly as possible. If you move too quickly, though, there are several issues that can derail the […]
March 28, 2016
Structured settlements provide claimants involved in certain types of cases with a valuable tool for financial stability. Unfortunately, there are a number of myths that […]
October 21, 2015
Last year, Pacific Life unveiled a new product, the Index-Linked Annuity Payment Adjustment Rider (ILAPA). The ILAPA product is an optional rider for claimants who choose […]
June 1, 2015
Most plaintiff attorneys know that structured settlements are tools that ensure a steady, long-term flow of income for their injured clients. But what happens when the […]
December 17, 2014
(Guest Post by Casey Johnson, Esq. – Partner, Aitken – Aitken – Cohn) “I thought I had done everything right to protect the plaintiff’s right to […]
December 11, 2014
Plaintiffs who receive a personal injury settlement face a number of important considerations, not the least of which is whether or not they’ll risk losing government […]