When are fees taken out ofan injurysettlement?
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When are fees taken out ofan injurysettlement?
My case was settled and the lawyer took his 40% cut. My problem is he took it before any of the medical bills were paid. $16500 is settlement; his 40% is $6600; medical bills $3179′ my cut $6623. I feel it should be divided after all medical bills are paid, is there anything I can do to fix this?
Asked on July 29, 2010 under Accident Law, Alabama
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
What occurred here is the normal procedure for order of payment in a settlement. The attorney's fee is paid first. Then, liens (medical bills) are paid. The remaining balance is paid to the client.
Considering your total medical bills, the settlement of $16500 is quite reasonable.
Since the case has been settled, nothing further can be done to change the outcome.
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