When you receive money as a result of an insurance payout, you might wonder if you will be able to keep the insurance proceeds if you are also going through the bankruptcy process. You should speak to a bankruptcy attorney about this. Whether or not you will keep the insurance proceeds depends on the type of insurance it was and the exceptions found in your state.
Life Insurance Proceeds
If a loved one has passed away and you are the beneficiary of life insurance proceeds, they may become a part of your estate if you receive the payout before you file for bankruptcy or within 6 months of filing bankruptcy.
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Not all accidents occur on roadways. In fact, auto collisions in parking garages and lots account for 20 percent of car accidents each year. Because of the nature of parking lots, however, it can be challenging to determine who is at fault. Here are three questions to ask that may help you determine who's responsible for the collision.
Who Had the Right of Way?
Unlike on the streets and highways, knowing who has the right of way in a parking lot isn't always easy.
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Astonishingly, traffic death in the USA rose by 8% in 2020 even though people drove fewer miles because of the pandemic. The fatality rate per 100 million miles rose 24%, the highest ever recorded since 1923. As the number of car accidents increased, so was the need to hire competent car accident lawyers.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident, an experienced lawyer can:
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What happens when you file a personal injury lawsuit, struggle through months of fruitless negotiations, take the case to a trial, and win? Obviously, you probably hope to be able to finally collect the compensation you are due and move on with your life.
Unfortunately, it might not be that simple. If the verdict in your favor was rather large and the defense is unwilling to pay, you might have to deal with a post-trial motion that derails your plans and drags the process out even further.
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If you're injured by someone else's pet, the experience can be both painful and traumatic. A personal injury lawyer can help you recover damages to cover your medical bills and recoup financial restitution for your pain and suffering.
Here are some steps to take when you're injured by an animal.
Request a Report
If you're injured by a stranger's pet, they're very likely to be apologetic and embarrassed. Although your emotional response might be to help them feel better, this impulse can create serious doubt about circumstances of the attack.
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