Since you will not receive payment until after the settlement or trial on the liability claim aspect of your case, you will need to explore your options for covering medical bills and other expenses in the meantime. If you have health insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, it can cover many of your medical expenses, and car insurance can cover damages to your vehicle. Once you receive compensation, you will likely need to reimburse your insurance providers for expenses. You may also have medical payment insurance, or “med-pay,” with your automobile liability insurance, which can alleviate expenses in the event of an accident. If you do not have insurance coverage, or if it does not cover all expenses, your attorney may be able to help negotiate with the hospital or medical provider for a payment plan or for the provider to assert a lien and receive payment at the conclusion of your claim.