Liens in Personal Injury Settlements: Getting It Right

While the wide variety of options available to consumers of health insurance often provide the benefit of choice, it can create logistical obstacles in the world of personal injury claims. Both government and private health insurers have a right to recover for the cost of medical care deemed to have been caused by another’s negligence. Being aware of what the potential liens may be in your case is critical to protecting your client from unexpected costs long after their settlement funds have been distributed, or even spent. Join our experts as we look at how to avoid unexpected liens and the duties and obligations you have as a lawyer practicing in the personal injury field.