Ringler Radio - Structured Settlements and Legal Topics

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Stay current with the latest news on the settlement industry, nationwide litigation, trends in the legal and insurance industries and everything in between with Ringler Radio™, the award-winning podcast series from Ringler. Join our hosts Matt Ross as they welcome accomplished professionals and discuss topics ranging from current noteworthy cases, Medicare Set-Asides, workers compensation, 468B trusts, long-term disabilities, mediation, structuring settlements in large and small litigation and much more. Ringler, the nation’s largest structured settlement company, has been producing Ringler Radio™ since 2005. With more than a decade of award-winning content, Ringler Radio™ is a part of Ringler’s unwavering commitment to leading the structured settlement industry with best-practice innovation, technology and education.

Episodes

  • Workers Compensation: Win-Win Outcomes

    This episode of Ringler Radio discusses workers’ compensation settlements, focusing on Medicare Secondary Payer compliance and Medicare Set-Asides. Host Matt Ross, Daniel Hayes, and Madison Hammel provide insights into the legal, financial…

  • Education and Advocacy

    This episode of Ringler Radio discusses the crucial role of education and advocacy in legal settlements. Hosts Lindsay Schoenecke and Alexa Zen explain how a client-first approach, focusing on long-term well-being and understanding structu…

  • From Claim File to Client Future: Humanizing the Settlement Process

    Ringler Radio discusses humanizing the settlement process, emphasizing empathy and client focus. Host Matt Ross, with guests Timothy Fonseca and Simon Rossetter, explores practical ways to balance efficiency with compassion in handling cla…

  • McKellar Structured Settlements

    Host Matt Ross interviews Brittany Gillingham, CEO of McKellar Structured Settlements, discussing the distinctions in Canadian structured settlements and the collaboration between Ringler and McKellar for injured parties traveling abroad.

  • Financial Planning After the Settlement

    This episode features Steve Sandberg from Legend Financial discussing the importance of financial planning for workers' compensation settlements. It covers strategies for ensuring funds last, integrating structures and trusts, and how fina…

  • Protecting Benefits and Managing Money: The Role of Settlement Trusts

    This episode of Ringler Radio discusses how settlement trusts can provide a solution for managing money and protecting benefits. Guest Christi Fried explains the function of trusts, their relationship with structured settlements, and key q…

  • Working With Spanish Speaking Clients

    Ringler Settlement Consultant Ali Mendiola shares strategies for assisting Spanish-speaking clients, focusing on cultural nuances and translation to foster trust and achieve effective settlement outcomes. Learn more about Ringler's client…

  • A Conversation With Paralympian Steve Emt

    Paralympian Steve Emt joins Ringler Radio to discuss the difficult aftermath of his life-altering tragedy. He shares his journey of overcoming adversity to become a world-class paralympian and motivational speaker, highlighting that positi…

  • Using Structured Settlements in Non-Injury Cases

    Ringler Radio's episode features Matt Ross with Don Engels and Alex Loftus discussing the application of structured settlements in legal contexts beyond personal injury claims.

  • Unique Perspectives in Structured Settlements

    Ringler Radio features consultants Erin Eddy, Bob Caples, and Chris Chan discussing their approaches to structured settlements, their cases, and their careers in a light-hearted manner.

  • The Importance of Building Relationships

    Mark Vogel discusses the importance of building strong relationships in the structured settlement business, sharing how he turns clients into trusted friends.

  • Ringler Radio: Live From the Annual Meeting

    Ringler Radio is live from the Annual Meeting, exploring the motivations behind the Ringler team's work.

  • Ringler in 2025

    Ringler Radio's Executive Team discusses their vision for Ringler's future in 2025, coinciding with the company's upcoming 50th Anniversary. The conversation includes the CEO, COO, CFO, and CIO.

  • NSSTA Year in Review

    Eric Vaughn of NSSTA discusses the association's 2024 accomplishments and outlines plans for 2025. More details are available at www.nssta.com.

  • Structured Settlements from an Attorneys Perspective

    Host Matt Ross and Ringler Settlement Consultant John Muir interview attorney Jim LeFante. They discuss attorneys' perspectives on structured settlements and their optimal use. Jim LeFante founded LeFante Law Offices, concentrating on pers…

  • Ringler Radio LIVE from CLM Claims College

    In a live episode from CLM Claims College, Ringler Radio features conversations with three claims professionals about their professional experiences.

  • Factoring: The Good, The Bad, and Cautionary Tales

    Nolan Robinson, a Structured Settlement Consultant, explains his work on factoring practices with the Oregon legal system and NSSTA. He offers advice for individuals and clients considering factoring their structured settlements.

  • Managing Wants and Needs

    Ringler Settlement Consultant Brian Farrell explains how to balance a client's wants and needs in settlement solutions, sharing advice on avoiding common mistakes.

  • Income Advantage from Prudential

    Ryan Jandreau, VP at Prudential, details the new Income Advantage product, explaining its mechanics, value in settlement planning, and user benefits on Ringler Radio.

  • Structured Solutions for Attorneys

    Leif Lundberg discusses JurisPrudent Deferral Solutions' unique options for attorney fee deferrals, including creative applications and successful case examples. Information is available at www.jpdsllc.com, and interested parties can conta…

  • Assistance with Transitioning from the Workers Compensation System of Care to Privatized Care

    Johnny Meyer from Ametros explains how their services help injured workers manage future medical funds, save money on ongoing expenses, and navigate the healthcare system more easily.

  • Considering Insurance in a Settlement Solution

    Morgan Christiansen, VP of Distribution for Pinnacle Group, joins Ringler Radio to discuss insurance solutions that should be considered when settling a case.

  • Future Medical Cost Projections

    Greg Bashaw from CP Resolutions explains Future Medical Cost Projections on Ringler Radio, emphasizing their consideration for all claims.

  • Medicare Civil Money Penalties

    Greg Bashaw discusses the Medicare Civil Money Penalties updates announced October 11, 2023, explaining what the penalties are and their potential future impact.

  • Happy New Year!

    Ringler Radio host Matt Ross shares a preview of anticipated developments for Ringler and the structured settlement industry in 2024.

  • A Look Back at 2023 in the Structured Settlement Industry

    Ringler Vice Chairman Peter Jachym discusses the 2023 performance of the structured settlement industry and offers insights into potential developments for 2024. The episode provides a review of the past year and a preview of the upcoming…

  • How a Structured Settlement Worked for Me - Throwback Episode

    This episode features Jason Schechterle discussing how a structured settlement helped him recover financially after suffering severe burns. The settlement allowed him to focus on his recovery and secure his family's future.

  • RISE Professionals - An Organization Dedicated to Building Careers in the Insurance Industry

    Amy Cooper, founder of RISE Professionals, and Jarrod Zea discuss the organization's role in supporting career building and networking within the insurance industry. They address the talent gap and outline future plans.

  • Settlement Stories: Great Outcomes and Cautionary Tales

    Ringler Consultant Jeffrey Klugerman recounts settlement stories, covering both successful outcomes and unfortunate ones. The episode emphasizes the advantages of using a settlement consultant and exploring all settlement choices.

  • How a Recent GLAM from the IRS Sent Shockwaves Through the Industry

    A recent IRS General Advice Legal Memorandum (GLAM) regarding attorney fee structures caused a stir in the industry. Legal tax expert Matt Meltzer helps clarify the GLAM's implications.

  • Using a Structured Settlement in Employment Disputes

    Ringler Settlement Consultant Chris Chan and attorney Brit Karp join Matt Ross to discuss the application of structured settlements in resolving employment disputes. Information about Karp and Chan is provided.

  • Understanding the Assura Trust Growth Structured Settlement

    Susan Bowersox of Assura Trust discusses their Growth Structured Settlement, an alternative to traditional structured settlement annuities, designed to address inflation concerns. The episode details how the Growth Structured Settlement fu…

  • Settlement Legislation on Capitol Hill

    Ringler Radio features host Matt Ross and lobbyist Towner French discussing current legislation on Capitol Hill that may affect the settlement industry. French, a lobbyist with Cozen O'Conner, shares insights on the legislative process and…

  • A Defense Perspective

    John Muir explains the defense side of settling legal cases on Ringler Radio. He details the extensive work and responsibilities of a claims adjuster in the settlement process.

  • Settlement Perspectives From All Sides

    Ringler Radio features Dylan Clewis, an attorney and structured settlement recipient, discussing the settlement process. Clewis offers perspectives as an injured individual, a former plaintiff's attorney, and a current defense attorney, hi…

  • A Financial Picture of the Industry

    Ringler's interim CEO Peter Jachym analyzes the financial markets of 2022 and the macro-economic trends extending into 2023, discussing the implications for different parties involved in settlements.

  • Injured Worker Advocacy

    George Townsend, President of the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group, shares his insights on injured worker advocacy and collaborative approaches for improved results.

  • Trends in Law Firms Part II

    This episode discusses current trends in law firms, including hiring, generational dynamics, and marketing strategies, featuring attorney William Colarulo and settlement consultant Simon Rossetter.

  • Trends in Law Firms Part I

    Ringler Radio's episode on law firm trends, featuring William Colarulo and Simon Rossetter, highlights the importance of client experience and the role of firm culture in driving it. This discussion is the first part of a two-part series.

  • Understanding Structured Installment Sales

    This episode of Ringler Radio features Philippe Petit, Sales Director for Structured Settlements at MetLife, discussing Structured Installment Sales. The discussion covers what they are and how to best utilize them.

  • Settlement from an Injured Person's Perspective

    Nurse Karen recounts her experience becoming a quad amputee due to a workplace infection and discusses how settlement consultant Mike Zea aided in negotiating her settlement and financial future. Mike Zea also provides insights into the se…

  • The Decision to Defer Attorney Fees

    Ringler Radio discusses attorney fee deferral as a financial management strategy for law firms. Boston Trial Attorney Hector Zumbado and Ringler Settlement Consultant Peter Early explore the benefits of deferring fees.

  • Understanding Mediation

    In this episode of Ringler Radio, guest mediator Rachel Ehrlich discusses the psychology behind mediations and strategies for setting goals to achieve meaningful outcomes. Listeners can find contact information for Rachel Ehrlich and Ringl…

  • The Reality of Medicare Denials

    Ringler Radio discusses Medicare denials related to Medicare Set Asides with Ametros representatives John Kane and Jayson Gallant. They address the difficulties in understanding denial decisions and the next steps.

  • Preparing for Mediation

    This episode discusses the significance of mediation in settlements, featuring insights from experienced mediator Ron Bankston and settlement consultant Bob Caples.

  • Trends in the Settlement Industry

    This episode features Eric Vaughn, Executive Director and lobbyist for the National Structured Settlement Trade Association, discussing current trends in the settlement industry and future outlook. Visit www.nssta.com for more information…

  • A Look to the Future

    In this episode of Ringler Radio, Jarrod Zea and Alexa Zen, Settlement Consultants, discuss the future of their industry, informed by its history. Learn more about their work at www.ringlerassociates.com.

  • Medicare, Updates, and Impacts (part II)

    This episode of Ringler Radio features Greg Bashaw discussing anticipated Medicare rule changes and their potential effects on the settlement process. CP Resolutions, a leader in lien resolution, explains their services.

  • Medicare, Updates, and Impacts (part I)

    Ringler Radio discusses Medicare's role in settlement planning, exploring its origins and impact. Greg Bashaw, President of CP Resolutions, joins the discussion.

  • Data Reporting That Works

    Jeanette Hernandez, Chief Business Development Officer at Ringler, explains the growing significance of data reporting in the structured settlements industry. The discussion covers how actionable data leads to improved business decisions,…