Do You Pay Taxes On A Car Accident Settlement?

Posted on 15 September 2017

There is nothing good about getting in a car accident, especially if it left you injured and unable to work. If you are currently in the process of settling your car accident case and are expecting to receive a large settlement, you should talk to your lawyer about how this could affect your taxes. The settlement you receive will probably be to cover the injuries you experienced and damages to your car, but you may also receive compensation for loss of income, emotional stress, and other types of things like that. [Read More]

Why Do So Few Car Accidents Lead To A Court Case?

Posted on 13 December 2016

With 1.3 million people dying in car crashes each year and millions more experiencing serious injuries and expensive car repair bills, it's surprising that the courts are overrun with auto accident cases. Yet the majority of cases don't make it to court and resolve one way or the other long before that stage. Understanding the reasons why many people choose to find an alternative will help you decide if you want to go through with your auto accident lawsuit. [Read More]

Emotional Driving – Four Conditions Where Other Drivers Could Be Held At Fault

Posted on 9 August 2016

Distracted driving is often a cause for accidents on the road, but even if someone is paying attention, their emotional state could have an impact on the way a vehicle is operated. After being involved in a car accident, it's important to break down all of the aspects of the case. If someone has shown or proven that they have been driving emotionally, then you can hire a car accident attorney to hold them liable for any injuries or damages that may have occurred. [Read More]

Plan B: Preparing For If The Defendant Fails To Show Up In Court

Posted on 8 August 2016

When you sue someone, you expect the person would make a special effort to show up in court to defend against the lawsuit. That's not always the case, however. Sometimes defendants fail to appear for one reason or another, and you need to be prepared if you want this situation to work out in your favor. Here are a few tips for developing and implementing a plan that may help you win your case if the defendant no shows. [Read More]

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Working With Great Personal Injury Attorneys

After I was injured in a serious accident a few years ago, I realized that I needed to seek representation. I was really stressed out about getting what I deserved in court, and I simply didn't want to chance it. I started working hard to find a great personal injury attorney. After screening a few different professionals and talking with some friends, I was able to find a lawyer that really met my criteria. He was nice, intelligent, and incredibly determined to win my case. He was really awesome to work with, and he was able to get me the money that I deserved. This blog is all about working with a great lawyer.