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Texas Nursing Home Resident Allegedly Beaten by Nursing Assistant

October 31, 2018

The family of a nursing home resident planned to celebrate their father’s 84th birthday, but when they arrived at the facility they found him beaten and bruised. Although staff said the cause was an incident with the man’s roommate, police believe the resident may have been beaten by a nursing assistant.

According to an investigation earlier this year by Texas Health and Human Services, 12 violations were cited at the nursing home — seven were “life safety violations,” and five were health violations where inspectors stated, “the facility did not protect each resident from all abuse, physical punishment, and being separated from others.” Several violations have allegedly yet to be remedied. The facility was also cited because it “failed to have written rules against mistreating, neglecting, and abusing residents, and mishandling residents’ property.”

The family may wish to seek compensation for their father’s injuries by filing a personal injury lawsuit. However, they may find that they are unable to cope financially while waiting out the litigation process against high-powered defendants. In that case, litigation funding may be a good option.

Litigation funding is a lawsuit cash advance for life needs when plaintiffs may not be able to find money elsewhere, such as family or friends or a traditional bank loan. It can mean the difference between paying the rent or facing eviction. A lawsuit cash advance can also level the playing field until justice is served.

A seriously injured plaintiff who has hired an attorney, and has a strong case with merit is eligible for litigation funding. Applying for a cash advance against a future settlement is fast and easy. There is no cost to apply and no up-front or out-of-pocket expenses. Litigation Funding Corporation will work with your attorney to review your case and reach a funding decision in less than 48 hours.

Pre-settlement funding, or a lawsuit loan, is a non-recourse cash advance tied to the personal injury claim. Repayment is only due once the case successfully settles. The attorney handles the repayment through the case proceeds. If there is no recovery, repayment of the lawsuit loan is completely waived, making it a virtually risk-free cash advance for the plaintiff.

If you have a personal injury case and questions regarding pre-settlement funding, call Litigation Funding Corporation, toll-free at 1-866-548-3863.

Healthcare Clinic Sued in Several Wrongful Death Lawsuits Over Use of GranuFlo

August 31, 2018

The families of three patients who died of heart attacks in 2013 after dialysis treatments at their health clinic were awarded $383.5 million.

According to the families’ attorneys, the patients were treated with GranuFlo, a drug known to cause a toxic pH balance. The lawsuit alleged fraud and negligence in ignoring significant blood changes when patients returned for dialysis treatments and that the company hid the harmful effects of an acid concentrate used in dialysis. GranuFlo was recalled in 2012 by the USFDA.

Litigation Funding Corporation knows that the process of arriving at a settlement or concluding a jury trial involving a defective drug or medical product lawsuit may take years to settle. Major drug companies are reluctant to offer adequate settlements, and they can afford to take their time with a lawsuit. In the meantime, victims, and their families, of medical malpractice or defective drug may face financial difficulties that could end in foreclosure or bankruptcy. Litigation Funding Corporation can provide a “lawsuit loan” or pre-settlement funding so victims can focus on recovery.

Pre-settlement funding allows plaintiffs instant access to cash with no risk. The online application process is easy and approvals are often made within 24 – 48 hours after Litigation Funding receives relevant case documentation from the plaintiff’s lawyer. There are no upfront fees, no credit checks and employment verification is not required. If the case does not win, repayment of the cash advance is totally forgiven.

Were you seriously injured and now facing a pending lawsuit? Do you feel that lawsuit funding could help you financially? Call Litigation Funding Corporation at 1-866-548-3863. We are ready to assist you with fast and hassle-free lawsuit funding.

Dockworker Dies After Mooring Line Snapped on Cargo Ship

August 17, 2018

A dockworker’s widow filed a wrongful death lawsuit when a mooring line snapped on a cargo ship, killing her husband.

The woman’s husband was killed June 28 when a thick nylon mooring line snapped and recoiled toward him in excess of 450 miles per hour, killing him instantly. A second man died later the same day. The $16 million lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Portland, Oregon names the owner of the vessel and the company that managed and operated the ship as defendants. It is alleged that the ship was repositioned without checking if the crew was in danger and that there were no safe lines provided to shift the ship.

A wrongful death suit can be filed when a loved one is killed due the negligence of another. If there is no life insurance or other funding sources readily available, plaintiffs could be eligible for pre-settlement funding or litigation financing.

The main objective for litigation financing is removing financial pressure to settle too fast and too soon, and to ensure victims of a tragedy receive fair and equitable compensation. Litigation Funding Corporation provides pre-settlement funding or a lawsuit loan based only on the merits of the case at hand.

The application process is simple and once an application has been approved, the pre-settlement funding can be available within 24 – 48 hours. Once a signed contract is received, funds can be sent either by check or wire. Plaintiffs can use the money immediately to pay medical bills, funeral expenses, and their usual monthly financial obligations. Should the case be lost, clients do not repay the cash advance.

Litigation funding is also available for many other types of lawsuits, such as product liability and auto accident cases. If you are in a pending personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit and need financial assistance, call 1-866-548-3863 to discuss your funding needs. We look forward to helping you obtain justice.

Widow Alleges Husband’s Death Due to Negligence

July 31, 2018

An Illinois widow is suing two machine-manufacturing companies for alleged liability and negligence in her husband’s death on a construction site.

According to the complaint filed, the plaintiff alleges her husband was thrown from a paver and crushed as it ran over him. The widow alleges that the defendants are responsible for failing to provide acceptable safeguards to prevent the death. She is seeking compensation for his wrongful death and the loss of companionship and services of a father and husband.

In filing this lawsuit, it is likely the family will face serious financial hardship due to the death of their primary breadwinner. In addition to bills and expenses resulting from the accident, they may be faced with mounting household expenses. To help them financially during the litigation process, the family could seek a lawsuit cash advance, known as pre-settlement litigation funding.

Pre-settlement funding, or a lawsuit loan, helps qualified plaintiffs deal with the cost of everyday necessities, such as transportation, rent, food, medical expenses, and funeral and burial costs. It is not like a traditional bank loan because a plaintiff’s personal credit has no bearing on funding approval; cases are funded solely on their strength. There are no upfront fees or monthly payments.

Litigation funding is non-recourse, meaning a plaintiff is only responsible for repaying the funding if, and when, they win the lawsuit. At that time, the funds come directly out of the proceeds of a case. Any obligation to repay the lawsuit loan is totally excused if the case fails. .

For further information or to see if your case qualifies for litigation funding, call Litigation Funding Corporation at 1-866-548-3863.

Trip and Fall Accident Kills 82-Year-Old Woman

July 17, 2018

An elderly Texas woman fell on an uneven sidewalk, causing her break her neck.

Two weeks prior to the 82-year-old woman dying on October 19, 2016, she was walking on the sidewalk outside a local restaurant when she tripped and fell face-first. As a result, she broke her neck, and sustained partial paralysis and other serious injuries, which required extensive surgery.

The woman’s family filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging the restaurant was negligent in failing to maintain its premises and warn customers of an allegedly dangerous uneven sidewalk. The complaint states that the woman’s injuries ultimately contributed to her death.

The wrongful death lawsuit may take several years to reach a resolution – in an out of court settlement or possible jury verdict. Should there be no other financial help available for the family, the plaintiffs may wish to consider applying for litigation funding.

Litigation funding, also referred to as a “lawsuit loan,” assists financially struggling plaintiffs with paying medical bills, utility bills, rent or mortgage, and funeral and burial costs. Pre-settlement funding also allows their attorney time to build a case.

Getting a lawsuit loan approved is not based on the plaintiffs’ financial situation but rather the merits of the case. Applying for litigation funding is an easy process via phone or an online application. Once funds are approved, the cash can be received within 24 – 48 hours. Litigation Funding Corporation does not require you to repay the loan unless the case is settled or won.

For further information or to see if your case qualifies for litigation funding, call Litigation Funding Corporation at 1-866-548-3863.

Disabled Woman Dragged to Death by School Bus — Father Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit

May 18, 2018

A Tucson school bus accident has led to a wrongful lawsuit against a local school district, the bus driver and the state of Arizona.

A 43-year-old disabled woman was riding a motorized wheelchair on a sidewalk when she was struck and killed by a school bus. The lawsuit alleges that the school district was negligent because the driver was not fit to drive, and the school district’s bus inspection and maintenance practices were faulty. Crash investigators noted the vehicle had “major defects.”

According to the lawsuit, a leaky exhaust system and no air conditioning caused heat and fumes to seep into the bus, ultimately causing the driver to pass out. The driver was allegedly being treated for a medical condition at the time that exacerbated his condition.

The last thing this grieving family needs to worry about is how to keep up with usual and extraordinary bills until a settlement or jury award. To help with a family’s financial wellbeing, the answer may be litigation or pre-settlement funding.

Litigation Funding Corporation is able to help plaintiffs by providing a non-recourse cash advance, also referred to as a “lawsuit loan.” A lawsuit cash advance allows the plaintiff to stay afloat financially. An applicant for pre-settlement funding just needs to have an experienced attorney and a solid case that is likely to win.

Apply online for litigation funding or make a phone call to Litigation Funding Corporation and find out if pre-settlement funding is going to work for you. A lawsuit loan may be just the mechanism needed to cope with bills and maintain your credit rating.

Splenectomy Results in 6.6 Million Dollar Medical Malpractice Award For Failure to Diagnose, Treat Blood Clot

April 30, 2018

A 23-year-old woman underwent a splenectomy in 2012 to treat an anemic disorder, but doctors allegedly failed to properly diagnose and treat a post-surgical blood clot. The plaintiff filed a medical negligence lawsuit.

The jury found that the radiologist and treating surgeon were both negligent in not identifying and treating the patient’s portal vein thrombosis — a clot that forms in the blood vessel that carries blood from the intestines to the liver. The clot was not discovered for several weeks, despite the patient’s prolonged stay in the hospital, several trips to the E.R., a CT scan, stomach pain and a fever. The woman still suffers from the effects of the blood clot and now requires lifetime medical treatment and care.

The young woman may have benefitted from pre-settlement funding, also called litigation funding or a lawsuit loan. Litigation funding is a cash advance which can be used to support a plaintiff’s financial stability until their case is heard or a settlement is reached. The only requirement for eligibility for a lawsuit loan is a strong case and attorney representation.

When unexpected financial problems arise as a result of someone sustaining a personal injury, Litigation Funding Corporation can help the victim and their family deal with any financial difficulties. The application for pre-settlement funding can be done online or over the phone, and the process is hassle-free and user-friendly.

Once the plaintiff’s application for pre-settlement funding is approved, funds are sent within 24 – 48 hours and can be used immediately for medical bills, mortgage and recurring living expenses, such as utility bills.

Litigation funding does not require monthly payments and there are no upfront fees. Repayment of a lawsuit cash advance is only required when the case is resolved in favor of the plaintiff. However, should the plaintiff lose the case, the cash advance is altogether waived.

Marine Vet Awarded $1.9 Million in Medical Malpractice Case

March 30, 2018

A Marine vet alleged that medical professionals failed to diagnose and treat his prostate cancer before it rapidly advanced and metastasized.

The retired Marine began prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screenings under the care of a VA physician when he turned 50. His PSA levels were in the normal range until 2009. At 60, he began seeing a different VA certified doctor. During his initial visit, the new doctor ordered a PSA screening. The result of the test was 4.534, which is considered above normal. A second test returned a reading of 4.317. The physician suggested actively monitoring the PSA every six months. In October, the patient saw a urologist who ordered another PSA screening. By then, his PSA levels had reached 5.578. The urologist’s initial assessment was that the Marine had a 42 percent chance of having prostate cancer.

The man’s PSA continued to increase until 2013 when he underwent surgery that involved, in part, removing 12 lymph nodes. Four tested positive for metastatic prostate cancer.

The Marine filed a medical malpractice lawsuit alleging that employees and physicians at the medical center failed to timely diagnose and treat his prostate cancer. He sought damages for disfigurement, pain and suffering, and loss of the enjoyment of life.

During the trial, one physician indicated that had a biopsy been done between 2009 and 2013, there is a good chance that cancer would have been found and it would not have been as pervasive. Ultimately, the court ruled in favor of the plaintiff, and the man was awarded $1.9 million.

Receiving just compensation in medical negligence lawsuit often takes years. This can pose a significant financial burden for plaintiffs faced with medical bills and other financial obligations. If a plaintiff does not have the financial resources to wait for justice, litigation funding may be a viable option.

Litigation funding is a cash advance available to plaintiffs. It is often the only means to help a cash-strapped plaintiff avoid settling too soon and/or for too little. A plaintiff is eligible for funding once they have an attorney of record. The next step involves filling out an online application or calling Litigation Funding Corporation. Once case documentation from the plaintiffs’ attorney is received, Litigation Funding Corporation can make a funding decision within 24 – 48 hours. There is no need for a credit check, employment verification or collateral.

Additionally, there are no payments until the case settles, at which time the cash advance is repaid from the proceeds of the settlement or jury award. If the case is lost, the plaintiff is under no obligation to repay the cash advance.

Unnecessary Surgery Results in Medical Malpractice Award of $8.5 Million

March 16, 2018

Unnecessary thyroid surgery resulted in a New Jersey jury award of $8.5 million.

The plaintiff was a teenager when she saw a primary care physician in 2013, for a cystic mass found on her left thyroid lobe. The doctor recommended fine needle aspiration, a noninvasive procedure. The surgeon, however, performed surgery assuming the mass was cancerous.

The surgeon’s plan was to remove only the left lobe and send it to pathology for biopsy. If the lobe were positive for cancer, the doctor would also remove the right lobe. However, during the operation, the entire thyroid was removed because the right lobe was allegedly covered with blue dome cysts. Testing showed no cysts and neither lobe were cancerous.

The plaintiff allegedly suffered vocal cord paralysis for two months, post-traumatic stress disorder for a year and permanent anxiety disorder. She is now permanently on hormone replacement medication. The lawsuit alleges the teen would not have needed the thyroid operation if the surgeon had done needle aspiration tests.

The plaintiff was harmed due to medical negligence in 2013, yet did not reach a settlement until January 2018. During this time, she may have struggled financially to cope with the medical bills and other financial obligations. One solution that may have been available to her is pre-settlement funding, also referred to as a “lawsuit loan.”

A “lawsuit loan” is a non-recourse cash advance available to plaintiffs who have attorney representation and a case with merit. The plaintiff does not need to be employed and no credit check is required. Once the case has been assessed and approved, funds are wired directly to the plaintiff’s bank account or sent via overnight mail. The whole process can be completed within 24 to 48 hours.

Pre-settlement funding is not for everyone, so discuss your needs with your attorney and a litigation-funding representative. The representatives at Litigation Funding Corporation are experts in their field and treat all inquiries with great respect.

Untreated Hematoma Resulted in Brain Damage

February 23, 2018

A Georgia woman, who sustained brain damage after a neck operation, won $26 million after a jury found the hospital 100 percent liable. The patient had been admitted for an elective procedure to her neck. The surgery was successful. However, three days later the woman was admitted to the ICU complaining of pain, neck swelling and the inability to swallow.

Six hours passed before the doctor treated the woman for a suspected hematoma, despite ICU protocol requiring a patient be treated within two hours. The delay in treatment left the woman blind, with other physical disabilities and with permanent brain damage, according to the lawsuit.

While waiting for the medical malpractice lawsuit to go to trial, the woman may have considered applying for a “lawsuit loan.” A “lawsuit loan,” or litigation funding, is used to maintain financial stability until the case is heard. A lawsuit loan, also referred to as pre-settlement funding, is emergency cash sent to a qualified plaintiff who is working with a lawyer.

Litigation Funding Corporation can help victims and family members deal with the sudden, unexpected financial problems that arise after a personal injury. Applying for litigation funding is user-friendly, easily done by phone or through an online application. Once approved, the lawsuit cash advance helps the plaintiff pay ongoing living expenses, medical bills, utilities, rent or mortgage while waiting for an attorney to assemble a court case.

Applying for pre-settlement funding is a valuable resource because banks do not typically loan money to personal injury victims. Additionally, any money borrowed from a bank is a loan that must be paid back. With a lawsuit loan there are no upfront fees, no monthly payments and repayment of the cash advance is only made when the case is won. If the client loses the case, repayment of the cash advance is completely waived.

Litigation funding is often the only option a victim may have to prevent them from taking a settlement offer too soon and for too little. When bills and expenses are covered, it is easier to fight for justice to be served.

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