Structured Settlements 4Real®Blog 2026
Structured settlements expert John Darer reviews the latest structured settlements and settlement planning information and news, and provides expert opinion and highly regarded commentary. that is spicy, Informative, irreverent and effective for over 20 years.
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Category: New London Settlement Planning
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The article discusses the dangers of hidden credit entanglements that can harm individuals, particularly injury victims and settlement payees. Co-signing occurs informally through arrangements like shared phone plans and utility accounts, leading to significant credit damage. This vulnerability is exploited by predatory actors, creating a cycle of financial distress and manipulation.
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A Special Needs Trust helps preserve the plaintiff’s/ trust beneficiary’s eligibility for Medicaid, SSI and other governmental programs. A Settlement Preservation Trust is an alternative less restrictive settlement management trust for spendthrift protection, controlled liquidity, flexibility
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John Darer reviews the Registered Settlement Planner professional designation in the May 25, 2009 Connecticut Law Tribune and introduces Connecticut’s legal community to an elevated standard of practice for settlement planners..
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The American College has enhanced the Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®) designation, now requiring nine college-level courses starting October 1, 2009. This includes elements of the CFP certification and specialized electives. Established in 1982, the ChFC® signifies a high standard of knowledge in financial planning, distinct from the CFP credential.