New York Consolidated Laws, Civil Practice Law and Rules - CVP § 5038. Assignment of periodic installments

An assignment of or an agreement to assign any right to periodic installments for future damages contained in a judgment entered under this article is enforceable only as to amounts:  (a) to secure payment of alimony, maintenance, or child support;  (b) for the cost of products, services, or accommodations provided or to be provided by the assignee for medical, dental or other health care;  or (c) for attorney's fees and other expenses of litigation incurred in securing the judgment.