The State-by-State Caveat
Some states prohibit assignment of workers compensation benefits, which limits or eliminates funding availability. Others allow it with restrictions. The first step is checking what your state permits.
What Funders Look At
- Acceptance vs. denial of the claim.
- Documented injury and treatment history.
- Pending settlement discussions or scheduled hearings.
- Whether a third-party liability claim exists alongside the comp claim.
Third-Party Cases
Many workplace injuries also produce third-party claims against equipment manufacturers, subcontractors, or property owners. Third-party cases are personal-injury claims that can be funded essentially everywhere — even when the underlying comp claim cannot be.
Common Uses
- Replacing income while temporary disability is contested.
- Out-of-pocket medical costs not covered by comp.
- Living expenses during permanency negotiations.
Talk to Your Attorney
Your workers comp attorney can tell you immediately whether funding is permitted on your claim and whether a parallel third-party case exists.
Sources & Further Reading
For broader context, see U.S. Department of Labor — workers compensation overview. This article is general educational information and does not constitute legal or financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rules vary and change. Your attorney and the funder can confirm current rules in your state.
Generally no — SSD benefits cannot be assigned. Some funders do offer SSD bridge products structured differently.