WHAT IS A SPECIAL NEEDS TRUST? WHEN IS IT NEEDED IN A PERSONAL INJURY CASE AND HOW DOES IT OPERATE?
Frequently, in the settlement of a personal injury case the plaintiff is receiving a large settlement. Often, the same plaintiff has significant financial and medical needs that can be met through public benefits. The purpose of a Special Needs Trust is to enable the disabled beneficiary to enjoy the proceeds of the personal injury settlement…
POST-SETTLEMENT ISSUES IN PERSONAL INJURY CASES
Years ago the difficult job of a personal injury attorney was to settle the case. In recent years, a myriad of other issues has developed and the personal injury attorney is wise to address them in order to avoid malpractice claims later on. Some of the issues that must be considered are the following: Liens. …
Begley Law Group Names Ordog and Behrens Partners
Moorestown, NJ – Begley Law Group attorneys Ethan Ordog and Kristen Behrens have both been named partners at the Moorestown elder and disability law firm, effective immediately. Joining senior partner Thomas Begley, Jr. on the leadership team, both Ordog and Behrens will continue to serve their existing Begley Law Group clients, providing expert legal services…