Personal Injury

Do You Need to Report Your Injury Settlement on Your Taxes? Transcript: Jared: Hi, I’m Jared Richards. I am one of the partners at Clear Counsel Law Group and one of our clients recently asked us whether or not they need to report their personal injury settlement on their taxes. The real true and clear […]

The Length of Time to Settle Your Case May Not Affect the Award Transcript: Hi, my name is Jared Richards. One of our readers has asked, does the amount of time taken to settle a personal injury claim have any bearing on the amount of money that I should expect? The answer is maybe. The

Dealing with personal injury claims, especially those that seem small, can be a challenging process. One common question is whether it’s worth hiring an attorney for claims that involve minimal medical bills, property damage, and lost wages. Where is the line of diminishing returns for paying a lawyer versus getting a settlement on one’s own?

Dealing with personal injury claims involves a lot of terms that may be unfamiliar or used in unfamiliar ways. For those who have been injured and are looking for resolution and compensation these terms tend to sound like noise between you and your goal. Terms like litigation, settlement, compensation, and mediation get brought up in

Most drivers manage to avoid getting into a crash where another driver is involved their whole lives. It is far more common to encounter damage to your own vehicle from misjudging a curb, dings in a parking lot, or issues with maintenance and repairs. All of these types of claims are against your own insurance,

In the aftermath of a car crash, ensuring that you build a thorough record of any injuries suffered is critical. These records not only aid in your recovery process but also play a significant role when you make an insurance claim. They are absolutely essential when fighting for a favorable outcome from a lawsuit. One

How the Timing of Your Settlement is Affected by Your Injury-Type Transcript: Hi, I’m Jared Richards and I’m one of the partners at Clear Counsel Law Group. One of our readers has asked: does the type of the injury that you get after being in a car accident affect how long it takes to settle?

Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere, but when they happen at a franchise store, determining whom to sue can be a complex issue. Understanding the dynamics of liability in these situations is crucial for anyone seeking justice and compensation. The attorneys at Clear Counsel Law Group, with their extensive experience in personal injury law,

Does Your Personal Auto Insurance Include Coverage for Driving a Rental Car? Transcript: Hi. My name is Jared Richards and I’m one of the partners here at Clear Counsel Law Group. One of our readers has asked if a person is driving a rental car, and that person’s not listed on the rental car’s insurance,

Many employees worry about the repercussions of suing their employer, especially regarding job security. This concern is valid, but the answer to whether you can be fired for suing your employer is sadly not a firm no. There are times when it can be done, times when it can’t, and a lot of factors that