An Examination of the Role of Structured Settlements in Funding Medicare Set-Asides
There are some good reasons why many Medicare Set-Aside (MSA) arrangements today are funded with structured settlements.
CUTTING EDGE INDUSTRY THOUGHT LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
Synergy’s blog brings you the industry’s foremost thought leadership InSights on matters of healthcare lien resolution and Medicare Secondary Payer Compliance. Visit often to discover helpful InSights on important lien resolution compliance issues.
Update on Proposed Liability MSA Rules and Civil Money Penalties
The Medicare Trust Fund is financially unstable. The funding for Medicare Part A, which covers hospital costs, is expected to run out by 2026.
Legal Examiner: Trial Lawyer View Featured as an “Example of an Effective Legal Podcast”
Trial Lawyer View was highlighted as an effective legal podcast on The Legal Examiner. Legal Examiner said, “The podcast’s purpose is clear: they talk about relevant issues trial lawyers face and discuss how to improve the industry.” Podcasts are outlined as an effective way to brand your law firm so don’t miss the opportunity to become a […]
Laura Reaves on TLV Podcast
Jason D. Lazarus, J.D., LL.M., CSSC, MSCC welcomed the podcast’s first paralegal guest, Laura Reaves from the Beasley Allen Law Firm.
CMS “Clarifies” Recent Revision to January 10, 2022 WCMSA Reference Guide
This controversial Section of the guide addresses CMS’ view of non-submitted Medicare Set-Aside (MSA) proposals.
When Liens are Reduced or Eliminated: Explore Options for the Savings
Structured settlement or periodic payments can be deferred to cover any number of future items such as the replacement of durable medical items.
J. Clancey Bounds on TLV Podcast
Episode 24 of Trial Lawyer View was an engaging and insightful discussion between host Jason D. Lazarus and J. Clancey Bounds.
Structured Settlement Annuities – Great Solution for any Minor’s Settlements
Structured settlement annuities have long been recommended to aid those with catastrophic personal injuries in planning for their future.
Free Download: Structured Settlement Whitepaper
January 10, 2022 When any physical injury victim recovers money either by settlement or by verdict, the question of the tax treatment of said recovery arises. As long as it is compensation for personal physical injuries it is tax-free under Section 104(a)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code.1 Section 104(a)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code states […]