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Yes, at any time either party can decide the proposed lump sum is not in their best interest.
Lump sum buyout is not guaranteed. If the parties don,t agree on the terms, it doesn,t happen.
Benefits continue until there is an agreement or the court decides the future benefits.
The fee issue on MSA funds is unsettled in California.
There also is no guarantee that the worker will only use the structured amounts for necessary medical treatment.