QUESTION
can my sibling decline a Class Action Lawsuit after it has been won?
Asked on Feb 16th, 2015 on Litigation - Florida
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My sibling did opt in for a Class Action Lawsuit, it has been won and now the money waiting for her at the Lawyer Office. She has SSI, Medicare, Food Stamps and Housing Aid which will be seriously affected if she received the money. Can my sibling tell the lawyer that she does not want the money at this time of the process?
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Consumer Debt Collector Harassment & Abuse Attorney serving Tampa, FL
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Tischhauser Law Group
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She needs to ask lawyer about a "special needs trust"
Answered on Feb 17th, 2015 at 7:59 AM
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