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Investors finance lawsuits for potentially big returns

Nov 22, 2018
The practice of advancing portions of expected personal injury settlements to plaintiffs draws scrutiny from states.
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When buzz leads to bucks

May 13, 2016
How public events like the Hyperloop test can help raise money.
A piece of the hyperloop construction at the propulsion open air test in Las Vegas.  
Neil Wood/Hyperloop One