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ERISA Liens: Born in Equity, but Often Anything but Equitable

ERISA reimbursement claims are framed as “equitable relief,” but for injured plaintiffs the results often feel anything but fair. This post traces four landmark Supreme Court decisions — Great-West, Sereboff, McCutchen, and Montanile — to explain how plan language can override traditional equitable doctrines like made-whole and common-fund, and what personal injury attorneys need to investigate before paying or contesting a reimbursement demand.

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What Every Trial Lawyer Needs to Know About ERISA Liens

ERISA liens operate under different rules than other healthcare liens, and since McCutchen, plan language controls almost everything. This guide breaks down self-funded vs. fully insured plans, how to use 1024(b)(4) document requests for leverage, and which post-McCutchen strategies still help reduce liens for your clients.

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Effective ERISA Lien Reduction Strategies

Navigating ERISA liens is complex, but the right strategies can make a difference. From determining plan funding status to leveraging equitable defenses, attorneys can reduce lien obligations and protect client settlements.

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Why Lien Resolution Isn’t Your Firm’s Core Competency—and Why Outsourcing Matters

Personal injury attorneys thrive in the courtroom, not in the weeds of lien resolution. Yet firms that keep lien resolution in-house often face lost time, financial risk, and diminished client outcomes. From navigating Medicare, Medicaid, and ERISA liens to negotiating with aggressive recovery vendors, this work requires specialized expertise. By outsourcing lien resolution, firms can protect client recoveries, avoid ethical pitfalls, and free up resources to focus on advocacy and trial preparation. Learn how partnering with experts ensures compliance, efficiency, and stronger results for your clients.

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