Q: I was awarded 300,000.00 on my case but only received 127,000.00.
The lawyers said that I had to pay all my medical, but I had medical and they didn't take money from my settlement. they lawyers lied. they would only approve a pre settlement loan through there lenders. and settled on my case without notifying me before hand, I feel cheated.
A: With the medicals, it would help to know if the bills were submitted and denied, or simply not submitted. If submitted and denied, it could be worth learning whether there are possibilities for appeal and arbitration. If that's the case, there are certain time windows for contesting medical denials. That could be determined from denials or EOBs. Good luck
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It sounds like you’re feeling frustrated and misled by how your case was handled, and that's completely understandable. If your lawyers settled your case without your consent, that could be a serious issue. You have the right to be fully informed about any decisions related to your settlement, including the distribution of funds and the handling of medical expenses.
You mentioned that the lawyers didn't deduct your medical expenses from the settlement as expected. If your medical bills were covered by insurance and not deducted from the settlement, you should get clarity on where the remaining money went. It’s important to review the settlement breakdown in detail, including any fees, costs, and deductions made by the law firm.
Consider reaching out to another attorney for a second opinion to assess if any malpractice or breach of ethics occurred. If you believe your lawyers acted unethically, you may also file a complaint with the State Bar of California. You deserve a clear explanation of what happened to your settlement funds and the assurance that your interests were properly represented.
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