Do I Have to Pay Taxes on My Settlement?
When you receive a settlement, one of the first questions is: “Will I owe taxes on this?”The frustrating (but important) answer is: it depends. For federal tax purposes, settlement money is generally taxed based on what it’s meant to compensate you for. Some parts of a settlement are often not taxable (most commonly, compensation for […]
Can I Still File a Lawsuit If I Wasn’t Wearing My Motorcycle Helmet?
If you were riding your motorcycle in New Hampshire without a helmet and got into an accident, you might be wondering: “Can I still sue?” The short answer is yes, you can still pursue a personal injury claim—even if you weren’t wearing a helmet. But there’s more to it, and understanding how New Hampshire law […]
What Happens If I Don’t Follow Up with My Recommended Medical Treatment After a Car Accident?
Do I Need To Follow My Medical Treatment After a Car Accident? Legal Implications of Follow-Up Care after a Car Accident We often speak with people who, after having been injured in car accident, begin treatment but then stop going to follow-up appointments. Whether it’s due to cost, time constraints, or simply starting to feel […]
How much money can I get if my injuries are permanent?
After being harmed in a car accident, a slip-and-fall, or another occurrence brought on by someone else’s negligence, you might be considering making a personal injury claim. We get the question, “how much money can I get if my injuries are permanent?” often after a serious permanent injury accident. If so, you most likely have […]
Should I accept a settlement or go to trial?
One of the most common questions we get is should I accept a settlement or go to trial and about whether a trial or settlement is better. Trials are frequently slower and more expensive than settlements. They are also more stressful for accident victims since they have to testify before a judge or listen to […]
What is a structured settlement?
Structured Settlements are a way of paying accident victims over time instead of in one lump sum. For federal cases, they were authorized by congress in 1982 and include: An agreement between the injured person and the defendant. The injured person does not receive compensation for their injuries in one payment under a structured settlement. […]
I got a low settlement offer after being injured in a car accident?
Receive a Low Insurance Settlement Offer After a Car Accident? You were hurt in a car accident as a result of someone else’s carelessness. You received treatment, and your condition improved over time. You did everything correctly and expected the insurance company to do the right thing and offer you a fair settlement. The insurance […]
How long does it take to settle an accident claim?
If you were injured in a road accident, you can file a lawsuit against the other driver. If, the other driver is at fault, you’ll almost certainly file a claim against the other driver for damages. If you’re like most people, you’ve never dealt with a personal injury claim resulting from a car accident. When […]
What should I do after a car accident?
Getting into a car accident is scary. There are no ands, ifs, or buts about it. Once you’ve spoken with the police, seen a doctor (or even taken a ride in an ambulance), you’re left trying to figure out how to put the pieces of your life back together. In fact, oftentimes, many car accidents […]
Attention Car Crash Victims – Don’t Get Taken Advantage Of!
Hurt in a car crash? Not your fault? You want to make sure that the insurance company doesn’t get one over on you. Do what you can to get all you can for your case. Here are some tips to make that happen: The Insurance Company Is Looking Out for Their Bottom Line … Shouldn’t […]