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Like structured settlements, lump sum settlements received as a result of a judgment in the case of injury or disability are not taxable, either. And, if the recipient of the award is relatively young, a structured settlement may be the worst option available, because it does not account for inflation or future changes in lifestyle. The advice of a qualified financial advisor or Certified Financial Planner should be sought before determining if a structured settlement is even a viable option. The reason most insurance companies will push for a structured settlement is because the insurance company wins by doing so. If a dollar today is worth more than a dollar a year from now due to inflation, of course the insurance company would prefer to pay you a flat rate per month for the rest of your life, rather than give you a large lump sum in cash. Believe me, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Measure twice. Cut once.

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If my disability rating is 23 as a result of a lower back injury what is my lump sum settlement?

Your lump sum settlement is determined by factors such as your monthly salary, amount of disability, length of time unemployed, and medical costs.


Where can you find a cash settlement?

A cash settlement can be obtained through an insurance company if you have a claim in which money is owed to you. A cash settlement is usually paid in one lump sum, as opposed to a structured settlement of paid installments.


How is sale settlement structured?

A structured settlement refers to when a personal injury claim is paid at periodic intervals. However this can be sold so that a company buys the payments in return for a lump sum.


Is workers comp lump sum payments taxable in manie?

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What are the advantages of a lump sum settlement?

The advantage of a lump sum settlement is that one does not have to pay tax on it. The money has already been paid, so there is no worry about arrears.


How can I change my settlement, after the fact, to a lump sum settlement from a bi-yearly payment in Texas?

You can change your settlement, after the fact, to a lump sum settlement from a bi-yearly payment in Texas at any banks. You can start the process at www.patriotsettlement.com/testimonial-letters.php


Lump Sum Settlement Can Be Sold?

If a person wins a lawsuit, a settlement agreement may be reached that provides income to the plaintiff in one large lump sum, but the timing of payment may be at some time in the future. There may be appeals that take up time before the ultimate settlement occurs. Other awards, like a large lottery win, promise a future lump sum settlement. Divorces may also contain lump sum settlement agreements that are to occur in the future. These lump sum settlement agreements can be bought and sold like assets. Occasionally there is some court involvement if the settlement requires supervision to protect the interests of the settlement holder. The main reason a court might intervene in the sale of a lump sum settlement would only be to protect the person who is to receive that settlement. Perhaps a person is physically or mentally disabled for life and can no longer work. The lump sum settlement provides needed income for that person that may be expected to last for their lifetime. If a settlement holder sells their arrangement to obtain a lump sum of cash right now, instead of in the future, that is a possibility. They will pay a large fee to the company that buys out their settlement. They receive a large, but lesser amount of cash at one time, and they get it right now instead of at some future date. If a lump sum settlement is sold, the payee is no longer the person who will receive the future lump sum. The company that has loaned them the lump sum of cash will receive the large payment whenever it does materialize. The lender gets a big fee plus their money back. It is an investment for them and an immediate windfall for the person who is selling out their settlement agreement. There are many reasons for wanting to sell out a lump sum settlement agreement before it is actually paid. What a person does with their settlement is optional unless the court is supervising the settlement for the recipient.


What is the advantage to taking a workers comp lump sum settlement?

You can read about the advantage to taking a workers comp lump sum settlement at www.workerscompensationinsurance.com. Another good site is www.iowaworkforce.org/wc/settlement.htm


Is a life insurance lump sum payout taxable?

No but if it has earned any interest between the time of death and the payout date, that is taxable. Best to consult a tax attorney.


What companies help people obtain their lump sum cash settlement?

There are many companies that will pay a lump sum for a structured settlement. Several of these companies are Stone Street Capital, Peachtree and Fairfield Capital.


What does a lump sum settlement refer to?

A lump sum settlement refer to receiving money from a structured settlement or payment plan or winnings instead of mouth by mouth you give up a few month in oder to receive a bigger share of the money up front.


Are there companies that will offer lump sums of money as a settlement?

Generally speaking, most large corporations will go the route of paying out a lump sum as means of settling rather than going the route of a lengthy legal process. However, it truly depends on what your claim is. Smaller companies may not be as inclined to pay out a lump sum because their budgets are a lot smaller.