Every firm tracks what a case costs to try, but lien resolution costs rarely show up on a report. They arrive as absorbed hours, delayed disbursements, and reduction arguments never made. Here’s a breakdown of the three hidden leaks draining profit from personal injury firms, and why the accounting shifts entirely once the work is outsourced.
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.
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.