From the gross settlement amount, there are deductions for the contractual attorney's fees, case expenses, unpaid medical bills and any liens or subrogation expenses (paying back health insurance companies for money they expended on your medical care). Before you ever agree to a settlement, you will have a very good idea what the net result of the settlement offer means to you. Our firm prepares a breakdown for your review and approval. You will also receive a copy of all checks made out to the various medical providers so you will have a record that they have been paid in full.