Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable? 

Receiving a financial settlement for injuries you have sustained due to another party’s negligence can provide immense relief. While a financial award cannot undo the harm you have suffered, it can make up for losses, including medical expenses and lost income. Furthermore, a personal injury settlement can provide you with a sense of justice for the pain and suffering you…

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How Personal Injury Settlements Work

When someone gets injured because of another party’s negligence, Nebraska permits the victim to file a personal injury claim or lawsuit against the at-fault party’s insurance company. This action can allow the injured individual to recover compensation for their injury-related medical costs, the income they have lost due to missed time at work, and the emotional suffering and physical pain…

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What Is a Personal Injury Claim? 

Suffering injuries in an accident can turn your life upside-down in an instant. However, the word “accident” can be misleading. While some accidents occur purely due to chance, many incidents that cause injuries happen because of another party’s negligent or wrongful behavior. In such cases, Nebraska law gives the injured individual the right to hold the at-fault party accountable with…

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