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Personal injury settlements are generally not taxable under federal law if they compensate for physical injuries or illness. However, punitive damages and interest are taxable. Since Nevada has no state income tax, you won’t owe state taxes on your settlement....
READ MORENerve damage settlements in Nevada typically range from $20,000 for minor injuries to over $500,000 for severe, permanent damage. The final amount depends on factors like injury severity, medical costs, lost income, and how the damage affects your daily life....
READ MOREThe key difference in compensatory vs punitive damages is purpose. Compensatory damages reimburse victims for actual losses like medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, helping restore what was lost. Punitive damages, however, punish defendants for extreme misconduct and...
READ MOREIf a valet attendant damages your car in Vegas, immediately document the damage with photos and notify the valet manager on site. Request a written incident report and keep all receipts. Contact your insurance company and the valet service’s insurer....
READ MOREBrain swelling after a car accident is a medical emergency, which can damage brain tissue and cause permanent disability or death. Swelling increases pressure inside the skull, which can restrict blood flow, damage brain tissue, and cause permanent disability or...
READ MORENevada law requires most vehicles to display both a front and rear license plate. Exceptions exist for certain vehicles, like motorcycles and trailers, which only need a rear plate. Failing to display a front plate on a vehicle that requires...
READ MOREHiring attorneys who handle car accidents offers significant benefits, including skilled negotiation with insurance companies, thorough investigation of your claim, and protection of your legal rights. Their experience ensures you pursue maximum compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain...
READ MORECar accident witness statements can make or break your case because they provide independent accounts that support or contradict the involved parties’ versions of events. Reliable witness testimony helps establish fault, clarify disputed facts, and counter false claims. Insurance companies...
READ MOREA sixth-degree burn is the most severe burn injury, destroying all skin layers, fat, muscle, and tendons, and completely charring bone. These catastrophic burns often result from fires, explosions, or extreme electrical accidents. Survival is nearly impossible if vital organs...
READ MOREA fifth-degree burn is an extreme, life-threatening injury that destroys the skin, fat, and muscle tissue, reaching down to the bone. The affected area often looks charred black or white, with underlying structures exposed. These burns cannot heal naturally, almost...
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