Though it is overwhelming, you have options for paying medical bills that come in before you receive a settlement. Your personal injury protection (PIP), health insurance, workers’ compensation or Medicaid will pay some of the bills. If you do not have insurance or you still have partial medical bills to pay, your lawyer might use an attorney’s lien. This is an agreement between you, your attorney and your medical provider stating that you will pay your medical bills as soon as you receive the payment from a settlement.