Structured Settlement

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Definition: Structured Settlement


Structured Settlement

Quick Summary of Structured Settlement


Under a structured settlement, a plaintiff will not receive compensation in one lump sum but will receives a periodic stream of payments according to the terms of the structured settlement.




Full Definition of Structured Settlement


A lawsuit settlement involving specific payments made over a period of time.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Structured Settlement are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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