Personal Injury

Article Summary Receiving a personal injury settlement could make tax filing a bit more complex than it already is.  Not every personal injury settlement is the same in the eyes of the IRS, which is why it’s important to work with a personal injury attorney...

Article Summary Million-dollar settlements for accidents are possible but they are determined by fault and the severity of the injury.  Injuries for all types of accidents are split into three categories to reflect their severity. Average settlement ranges are based on those categories.  Personal injury...

Article Summary Shannon’s Law criminalizes what is deemed as a reckless discharge of a firearm in a populated area. The crime is generally charged as a Class 6 felony. Criminal cases do not always cover the financial losses a victim experiences after being involved in...

Article Summary It depends. Most times, settlements are paid in a lump sum payment, but larger settlements may be paid in installments. Yes. There is a designated order for how settlements are paid. Debts and legal fees are paid first, and the remaining balance goes...

Article Summary Arizona is a comparative fault state, which means someone can receive compensation from an accident claim even if they are found to be partially at fault.  Economic damages from an accident are determined by lost employment or wages in addition to the cost...