It is not blackmail and as you point out the defendant needs to "buy" this clause from you for additional compensation since it will be taxed.

This is a serious matter. YOu should consult with an elder law lawyer immediately.

Yes. All the best to your wife and family. Be sure to retain counsel. In the end you will "net" more.

I was in a car accident and my case has settled. I have health insurance through my job. The health insurance company wants

I agree with you and until the Republicans took over the legislature in my state in the early 90s that was the rule. The insurance company made a...

Any potential claim you may have is probably barred by the statute of limitations. You need to meet with a medical negligence lawyer to learn...

You do not mention any injuries. Whether or not Kmart is liable for the condition of the lot will really not matter unless your daughter suffered...

YOu will not get anywhere on this claim without a lawyer. Also do not give any statements to the store's insurance adjusters. NOthing good will...

HELP! Is there an Attorney out there who can win a swimming pool slip and fall?

I am handling a similar case now in Pennsylvania. This will be a very difficult case. An expert--an engineer, a human factor's expert, a...

I feel in a hotel, because the rain came through the air conditioning, have back problems already what should I DO

Refrain from speaking with or contacting the hotel's attorney or insurance carrier. Nothing good will come of that. THese folks ultimately do not...

What is considered a medical malpractice?

The best answer anyone on this forum can give is "maybe." I think a viable claim while possible is unlikely. I am not even sure if what happened...