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: Settlements in Queens County New York
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A qualified assignment is an assignment of obligation to make future periodic payments which satisfies the requirements of Internal Revenue Code (IRC) §130. The periodic payments must be damages payable by the defendant,its liability insurer, or a QSF and excludable under §104(a)(1) or (2)
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Prudential introduced its “Here, Then, Now and Tomorrow” marketing campaign, showcasing its 150+ years of longevity that began in 1875. One corner of the structured settlement industry is like a history museum, with annuity issuers as its prized artifacts, 6 of which have survived parts of 3 centuries!
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It has been suggested that using a structured settlement annuity is an alternative to Health Savings Account. In my opinion such assertion cannot be applied categorically and each situation should be looked at independently. This blog explores the question
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While the terms “guaranteed” and “certain” are often used synonymously by those holding an insurance license, including some settlement planners and structured settlement brokers and even lawyers, such use is inaccurate and can lead to misinterpretation and/or misunderstanding by Payees.
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Structured Settlement Industry production figures have been released and it’s looking to be a record year, again!
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In 2023, Prudential launched the Income Advantage, an index-linked structured settlement annuity, enhancing consumer options alongside Pacific Life and Independent Life. This product offers growth potential, downside protection, and tax benefits, particularly benefiting personal injury victims and attorneys. Supported by two favorable IRS Private Letter Rulings, it signifies market innovation.
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Now is the time to make good use of stuctured settlements and build enduring guaranteeed income streams. Rates in excess of 5% are possible depending on duration, company and type of payments. Call 888-325-8640 for structured settlement quotes.
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For 30 years certain structured settlement brokers and settlement planners have raised the 30 year old Grillo legal malpractice case to drive structured settlement sales by trying to scare the crap out of plaintiff lawyers. But why have there been no other relevant legal malpractice cases in 30 years?
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Divorce rates in the U.S. stand at approximately 44.6%, necessitating careful handling in structured settlements, particularly during split funding. Effective documentation and communication are vital to prevent errors that can harm clients. Issues arise when annuity issuers change processes, emphasizing the need for updated procedures in anticipation of foreseeable challenges.
