QUESTION
What can I do if I feel my lawyer is purposely prolonging my settlement check?
Asked on Jun 11th, 2014 on Slip and Fall - Florida
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My child (a minor) had a settlement that was under $15,000,we were told that he would receive the check 30 days from the date of the settlement, my lawyer also explained that under these circumstances,by law,we don't need a judge's approval for this check. Case has been settled and Its been over a month. Now all of a sudden the lawyer is changing the story and saying the company we sued are requesting a judges approval before they issue the check. I'm really confused and I need to know if this is even possible or legal for that matter.I feel like they are prolonging this payment and I'm not sure why.
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This is a black and white issue based upon a statutory provision. If a minor child has a settlement for under $15,000 Fla.Stat. 744.301 dicates that no court approval is needed.If the insurance company is playing games, you'll have to work with your lawyer to address this. If you have further questions, feel free to contact us at 1-800-922-6442 for a FREE consultation.
Answered on Jun 11th, 2014 at 1:13 PM
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