text: Yes, but it depends on the terms of your settlement.\n\nThey will make a strong case for interest because its how they make money.\n\nYou have to remember that if they are going to allow a settlement, then they are giving up on getting back some of the money.\n\nIt was money they gave you and you didn't really deserve because you didn't pay it back.\n\nThey should have the right to get some interest on that.