When you’re injured in an accident, compensation for physical injuries comes to mind. However, compensation for emotional distress may also be due depending on your situation. Unlike physical pain to your organs, muscles or bones, emotional distress targets the well-being of your mind and can certainly prove to be a large obstacle in the recovery process for accident … [Read more...] about When Can a Personal Injury Plaintiff Receive Compensation for Emotional Distress?
Is My Personal Injury Award Taxable?
Taxes can be a pain, and even more so when they take a large chunk out of your personal injury settlement. It’s very important for those who receive compensation in a personal injury case to understand the exact amount they will receive, and that includes knowing how the taxes surrounding one’s compensation will work. The fact is an individual’s compensation can be taxable, … [Read more...] about Is My Personal Injury Award Taxable?
When to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney
After an accident, the prospect of hiring a personal injury attorney can seem daunting. You’re probably asking yourself if you really need a lawyer or if you should save money and handle the legal details yourself. In some cases, however, certain red flags can signal the definite need for a personal injury attorney. Having a professional on your side can be a great asset. … [Read more...] about When to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney