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In the latest issue of Justice Forum, attorney Tom Sinclair unpacks a surprising legal strategy in his article, The Hidden Value in an ERISA Lien. What begins as a healthcare plan’s reimbursement demand turns into a gateway to hundreds of thousands in additional benefits for the client—including long-term disability, life insurance, and back pay. This practical, high-stakes walkthrough reframes ERISA liens not as threats but as opportunities—if lawyers know where to look.