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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Common issues related to structured settlement quotes and funding which should be of interest to plaintiff attorneys, plaintiffs, insurance adjusters, defense attorneys and other interested parties or stakeholders in the structured settlement process across the United States
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Pre-funding a structured settlement can expedite the closing process and safeguard favorable rates in fluctuating interest environments, benefiting all parties involved. Insurance companies often issue pre-fund refund letters, minimizing risks for defendants. This approach is particularly useful in complex court systems like New York, ensuring timely funding of settlements.
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A nationwide class action lawsuit certified against Symetra Life Insurance and Symetra Assigned Benefits Service Company (“SABSCO”) alleges Symetra and its affiliate violated RICO, the WA Consumer Protection Act, civil conspiracy, unjust enrichment, and their contractual rights.
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The article, by John Darer, discusses the complexities and potential legal issues surrounding factored structured settlement receivables as qualified funding assets. It raises concerns about misrepresentations of structured settlement payment rights, questioning the legitimacy of these agreements and their tax implications under Internal Revenue Code. The author urges readers to seek clarification and professional advice.
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Qualified assignment paragraph 9, the IRC 130(c) unwind clause has from time to time given some defense lawyers “twisted blood” . An unwind of the qualified assignment might hurt the payee as well, if a qualified assignment release and pledge agreement ia used to give the payee a security interest
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The Symetra withdrawal is part of a “to be expected” consolidation in the structured settlement market place, Hartford Life Insurance Company withdrew earlier this year after returning to the market in 2011.
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AM Best believes that Symetra’s relatively strong risk-adjusted capital position and fairly liquid, high-quality investment portfolio essentially mitigates the potential degradation in operating performance should low interest rates persist.