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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| Yuma AZ structured settlements information and commentary that may be of interest to Yuma AZ personal injury lawyers and residents of Yuma Arizona |
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The blog addresses structured settlements, designed to provide long-term financial security through regular payments instead of a lump sum after lawsuits or claims. Aimed at teens and young adults, it highlights the importance of understanding these settlements, avoiding scams, and considering alternatives to selling them for immediate cash.
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by Structured Settlement Watchdog Jim Yad (“Nickname”), 66, is a retired homebuilder from Yuma Arizona who is unfortunately caught up in the SuttonPark payment servicing mess. He reached out to me on December 9, 2024. Jim’s Structured Settlement A structured settlement was created as part of a 1992 agreement in a wrongful death medical malpractice…
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Structured settlement daily rates are like daily specials at a restaurant. Just like daily specials at your favorite restaurant can vary from day to day, so can daily rates for structured settlement annuities.
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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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Structured settlement payments can be equal or unequal, depending on their qualification status. Qualified payments allow flexibility in types and durations, while non-qualified payments are subject to specific IRS rules regarding equal payments. Various companies facilitate these assignments, and there are alternative funding options beyond traditional annuities.
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In January 2017, Dick Risk and Steve Berman filed a lawsuit against AIG regarding broker commissions, but it was dismissed in September 2018. They appealed, with arguments heard in March 2019. The analysis critiques Risk’s theory on Qualified Settlement Funds, questioning their effectiveness and highlighting issues with commission practices for plaintiffs.
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What is the leading concern for senior citizens and many Americans, in study after study? Outliving their assets. Structured settlements annuities guarantee stable income for the rest of seniors’ lives.Seniors who sell their structured settlements are left with a “short stack” with no syrup.
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Proper documentation of consideration is vital for structured settlement payments, particularly the “promise to pay” for periodic payments. Inadequate wording may render the settlement defective, leaving plaintiffs unprotected. It’s essential to ensure obligations are clearly stated to avoid future complications in qualified assignments, as outlined in IRC 130(c).