You and your family – along with millions of Americans – have felt the effects of our struggling economy. But you’re not alone. Our courts aren’t immune, either. Faced with dwindling budgets, state courts are facing cuts that could have an impact on your case.
According to the National Center for State Courts, 42 state court systems have seen their budgets cut dramatically in the last year. Of those states, California has been one of the most hard pressed, with courts closing for several days each month and imposing massive court personnel layoffs. Georgia’s courts have had to rely on interns to keep its clerk office open. In Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County, court officials facing a $3.5 million budget deficit have frozen hiring and considered eliminating judicial seats.
If you’re waiting for your case to settle, court budget cuts could force you into an untenable situation. On average, personal injury cases can take up to three years to reach settlement. With court closures and reduced staff, you could find yourself waiting even longer to receive the compensation you deserve.
If you’ve been hurt by another’s negligence, you may not be able to work. You could also face mounting medical bills that force you into debt or foreclosure. You can’t afford to wait for your case to make its way through an already clogged court system.
If you need help making ends meet while your attorney fights for a fair settlement, we can help. Contact us today to learn more about pre-settlement financing and how we can help buy you the time you need.
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