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Do you have to report a personal injury settlement as income in New Jersey?
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No, compensation for personal injuries is tax exempt.
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What is personal soft tissue injury worth including pain and suffering?
Each case is different and it depends on the amount of the medical bills, type of injury, whether it is a permanent injury and many other issues. This us usually completely withing the discretion of the jury, subject to any limitations that my be adopted by the state where the lawsuit is heard. You can research jury verdicts at the local law library. There are publications there than explain trends in jury verdicts broken down by the county, the type of injury, age and gender of the victim, type of defendant, and many other factors. Here is a good article on the subject: http://www.injurylaworegon.com/insurance_settlements.htm
If you fall on land lord propety?
If you fall on a landlord's property and sustain an injury, you may be able to pursue a premises liability claim against the landlord. To succeed, you would generally need to show that the landlord was negligent in maintaining the property or failed to warn of any potential hazards. Consult with a personal injury attorney to discuss the specifics of your case.
What causes encephalomalacia?
spinal crush injury
What is manifest injury?
One that is clearly visible.
Following a nuclear detonation will some of the casualties with survivable injuries possibly have radiological contamination?
Triage and treat for most critical injury. If that involves some radiological exposure to medical personal, they will need minor treatment later. Radiological decontamination procedures on burn or blast victims are likely to be more life threatening than original injury.
Do you have to pay social security on personal injury settlement?
No. Social Security (FICA) is paid on earned income.
Are wrongful death settlements taxable?
Settlements received in a personal injury settlement are generally not considered income. It is usually thought of as a means of making someone whole for losses attributed to the injury and therefor isn't typically taxed. Emotional distress, when not associated with a physical injury is typically included as taxable income. Non-punitive damages received for personal injuries are excluded while, punitive damages are taxable income. http://www.pulversthompson.com/personal-injury-lawyer-blog/is-my-personal-injury-settlement-taxable/
Can a lump sum personal injury settlement be used as income for child support in new york state?
The court should certainly take a PI settlement into account.
You receive a settlement from a law suit Is that income subject to Federal or State income taxes?
It depends what the issue of the case is about. If the settlement is in a personal injury lawsuit, there are no taxes. This money is strictly compensation for physical injuries. If the settlement is for back-pay or loss of income lawsuit, then there probably will be taxes.
Do you have to pay taxes on a personal injury settlement from a auto accident?
Generally speaking you do not have to pay taxes on personal injury settlements. However, in certain situations where (1) all or part of the proceeds of the settlement is treated as disability income, and (2) the premium of the policy (under which the proceeds were paid) was paid by an employer; then that part of the proceeds will be treated as a taxable ordinary income.
Will my personal injury settlement be taken by by judgments owed on my credit?
Can money from personal injury suit be taken from a creditor
What are the advantages of taking a personal injury settlement?
There are a few advantages to taking a personal injury settlement. The biggest advantage to take a settlement is avoiding lengthy court proceedings. It also guarantees a payment award and gets money to the victim faster.
Can medicaid put a lien on your personal injury settlement in NJ?
yes
Do you have to pay workers compensation back from a personal injury settlement?
Yes
Is a spouse entitled to any part of a personal injury settlement in a divorce?
Yes, a spouse may be entitled to a part of a personal injury settlement in a divorce. This depends on the laws in your state and how long you have been married.
How is a personal injury settlement calculated?
You should talk with a layer. There are great <a href=http://swlegalgrp.com/fresno.php>personal injury lawyers in Fresno. </a>
Do you pay taxes on an EEOC settlement?
I have not researched this question recently and tax law can change. Last time I looked this up, discrimination settlements were a personal injury and as such not taxable income.
