If I have $40,000 out of pocket medical expenses in my case and settle between mediation and trial do the out of pocket medical expenses com...

Question

If I have $40,000 out of pocket medical expenses in my case and settle between mediation and trial do the out of pocket medical expenses come off before lawyer fees?

Answer

No, they come from the net proceeds after attorney's fees and costs .

Answer

Read your Retainer Agreement. Probably not. Have the attorney try to reduce the liens.