Settlement?
Q. I know it takes 6 months for the divorce to be final. But if you come to an agreement, and settle. Do you just pay off then and there or do you have to wait 6 months? if we settled tommorow, and paid off tommorow. all we would be waiting for is the legal divorce from the state. In other words you can pay off whenever you want, correct?
Asked by Paybackisamofo - Mon May 7 17:47:36 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Settlement agreements in matrimonial cases can be crafted to meet any situation. Some have lump sum payments, others have payouts over time - depending upon the needs of the parties. There is no requirement in any state that one wait to pay off an obligation to one's spouse - and, even if there is a six month period in the settlement agreement, no spouse will complain that you've paid him or her off too soon.
Answered by David B - Tue May 8 23:18:37 2007

How to build a settlement in Age of Mythology?
Q. Hi, I have recently begun playing Age of Mythology: Titans. I, then, realized that you are limited to ten houses per settlement and I was wondering how to start another settlement. Can someone please explain how to do so? Many thanks in advanced.
Asked by REX - Sat Jan 16 14:27:10 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. explore the map a bit and you will likely find a couple of rundown old settlements that you can construct a new one on to. also you may be able to destroy an opponents town center and build a town center over the ruins.
Answered by Butterscotch Massacre - Mon Jan 18 04:58:59 2010

Are the settlement funds taxable from a lawsuit over the rental income?
Q. We will received a settlement from a lawsuit over the rental income. Are the settlement funds by company a considered taxable income for business and occupation tax purposes? If it will be "Yes", what is this settlement subject to the B & O tax?
Asked by ue - Wed Jul 14 12:34:45 2010 - - 0 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes, you settlement will be subject to taxes and must be reported as income.
Answered by Tamathy - Wed Jul 14 13:46:04 2010

What would a settlement amount be for an on the job injury, that required a total knee replacement?
Q. I had an on the job accident. I have a lawyer, but he hasn't told me what kind of settlement amount I am intitled to. I was wondering if anyone could tell me what I should settle for
Asked by tayannunn@sbcglobal.net - Sun Apr 23 20:26:05 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You are not "entitled" to any kind of settlement. You are entitled to sue for damages. If you and the employer decide to avoid the expense of going before a judge, you can ask for anything you want, however, the employer can say "screw you, sue me". It just depends who blinks first. Practically speaking, though, it is usually based on the percentage of disability and what other, similar claims have settled for in your area.
Answered by luapsimisag - Sun Apr 23 20:35:11 2006

How long does it take to recieve settlement from a class action lawsuit?
Q. The final judgement was declared on 9/20/2006. The settlement class was entitled to monies due so how long does it typically take to recieve the settlement? Thanks!
Asked by NOFX513 - Fri Oct 20 16:52:47 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. class actions are civil matters. they take as long as the defendant wants to take to pay the money. Think OJ. remember the civil trial against OJ? he NEVER paid the family ANYTHING. the civil courts don't enforce payment, simply make rulings.
Answered by forjj - Fri Oct 20 16:58:53 2006

What happens when someone is owed a settlement but cannot be found?
Q. I am trying to figure out the best way to find out information from an accident settlement from many years ago for my friend. Her daughter was about 2 years old and got hit by a car, and there was supposed to be a settlement for the child held until she turned 18. Well she is almost 17, they have moved around quite a bit in the last 15 years, and has no information whatsoever. My only thought was to start with the police report...any other ideas of what else to do from there?
Asked by daniellet_212 - Sun Sep 16 01:19:32 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Most claims for minors have to be court approved. In my state - any claim where the minor gets over 2500 has to be approved by the court. There will be court papers outlining the settlement. The settlements vary. Some courts require a guardian be appointed and specify that the money be held in a specific account. The money can only be released with the permission of the courts. Some minors claims are settled as a structured settlement - (in essence an annuity). If the claim is under 2500 then the parents are paid as parents and guardians of the minor and sign a release stating that they will hold the money in trust for the minor. If the case required court approval - have the mother or who ever was named guardian -contact the clerk of… [cont.]
Answered by MSAD - Sun Sep 16 10:02:51 2007

Explain the difference between settlement patterns and land use. How do they depend on each other?
Q. Explain the difference between settlement patterns and land use. How do they depend on each other? please explain throughly as this is part of my geography mark and i do not wish to fail. please help. i alaways do my homeowkr just this question i dont understand . please help:)
Asked by Christy S - Sat Dec 8 17:30:21 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. settlement patterns: settlement patterns are where people choose to live baised on there needs(eg. food, shelter, water, security) Settlement patterns are usually on a body of water due to the great need for water. Land use: How people use land, not just for houses. (eg. factories, roads, highways, store) they depend on each other because... lets use stores for example. Stores need to locate near setlement patterns for customers, If the store paid no attention to where people were living, They woul not be able to locate themselves in the best possible location. Hope I helped
Answered by *Juliiaaa... - Sat Dec 8 17:37:39 2007

What to do if closing does not happen due to settlement company's fault?
Q. I am planning to buy a house and the closing was supposed to be 2 days back. The settlement company messed up with things and it has got delayed. Are there any fines for the settlement company because they did not process things on time? Is it a good idea to walk out of the deal if settlement company continues to give hassles?
Asked by Junky J - Thu Feb 19 12:52:53 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I would talk with your loan officer, but, no, typically the people doing the closing are not held liable for delays -- it happens all the time. Unless it is stopping you from buying the house, which I doubt in this market, you just have to try to overlook the frustration.
Answered by Allison1888 - Thu Feb 19 16:50:37 2009

Can an attorney make a secret settlement behind closed doors and take part of your settlement money?
Q. Do attorneys often make secret deals aside from an existing settlement agreement, thereby taking a separate unknown monetary cut off of one's proposed settlement offer? Back-room deals that clients don't ever hear about? What goes on between attorneys during a settlement that clients don't know about.
Asked by randomness22 - Wed Jan 30 17:23:20 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Heck yea they can and I'm sure a lot of them do... they all know each other, and if they're not getting financial kickbacks then they are getting professional favors or promises... It's VERY against the law for them to do any of that, but they do it anyway. If they get caught, they are toast.
Answered by A W - Sat Feb 2 01:32:15 2008

Is paying a settlement for a credit card better for your credit than paying the whole amount?
Q. My credit card is about $300 over my limit. I got offered a settlement for less than half of what I actually owe. Would paying the settlement be better, worse, or the same for my credit rating as paying the whole amount in regular payments?
Asked by Carrie H - Sun Aug 22 20:53:27 2010 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

What should we do regarding my husbands lost settlement money?
Q. About 20 years ago my husband won a settlement lawsuit for lead paint poison. At that time he was a kid and his mother was the trustee of the account. Well she was on drugs at that time (and still is), and she doesn't have any of the paperwork or she claims she doesn't remember what life insurance company the payments were being structured out of. What is the first step we should take to find his money? The settlement was for about $89,000. Can anyone help?
Asked by Charisa F - Thu Mar 20 11:53:55 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Look into your city treasurer, sometimes they have an unclaimed property website. Hope that helps!
Answered by Marcie E - Thu Mar 20 12:02:14 2008

What is a reasonable cash settlement for hardwood floors gouged during move?
Q. Movers put a 1/4 inch hole into newly refinished hardwood floors. These are pumpkin pine and not off the shelf home depot stuff, original to the house (1900's). Whats a reasonable cash settlement for this, is there a guidline or formula one can use to figure out what is reasonable?
Asked by Shannon D - Wed Sep 23 12:43:33 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. contact a local handy man / wood worker and see what it would cost to replace it. Here is a flooring store search directory... find a store near you and ask them who they recommend because most of the time your local store will have their own, really credible contractors, have him or her swing by and take an estimate of the damages... heres the directory... look up a few people, get a few quotes and ask them to cover the damages...If you have solid evidence that this was done by the movers then continue on... just be careful, dont waste the $$$ on lawyers etc... go directly to the store/company and most likely they will settle out of court (if they are a smart business they would)...
Answered by Clara M. - Wed Sep 23 12:53:07 2009

What were the settlement patterns and lifestyle of the Olmec?
Q. What were the settlement patterns and lifestyle of the Olmec? hi, im supposed to write an essay about the lifestyle and settlement patterns of the Olmec Indians, an ancient central american civilization. will somebody please help me find this information? just a paragraph will be awesome (more is great too)
Asked by will skate 4 life - Thu May 17 12:16:23 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. the Olmec originally lived in the area of present day Colombia but while following the toucan their staple food source finally settled in the area of present day Uganda this is were their culture really advanced they built temples 30 stories tall to honor their gods and eventually the Olmec nation died out due to decreased live birth of children
Answered by tiny1488 - Thu May 17 12:36:18 2007

How do I know if my settlement statement is properly executed?
Q. For the Homebuyer's Tax Credit, the IRS wants a copy of our "properly executed settlement statement". The only one that we have has just our signatures on it. Will this work?
Asked by Kat - Fri Feb 12 18:55:05 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

How long did it take for your settlement to go through when buying your house?
Q. We are in the process of buying our first home and settlement is due to take place in a couple of days. However there has been a small hold up due to the Old owners bank not being ready (what ever this means!) Since finance was approved it has already been 5 weeks. I'd love to hear other peoples expriences with this matter. Thanks!
Asked by Moo Moo - Wed Oct 31 01:29:41 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. My friend just bought his first home and had all kinds of hold-ups. they're not necessarily a bad thing. its just a very slow process for your first home because they have to go through and check every possible reference they can find for you, but it should go through soon. his took about 6 weeks
Answered by reserve - Wed Oct 31 01:38:31 2007

How much of a settlement should I expect?
Q. I was in an accident and my back started killing me! Anyways, I want to know how much of a settlement I should expect. I have to go to the chiropractor to receive treatment, but I don't think I will be missing any work unless it gets worse. What types of settlements have you heard of ?
Asked by dymepeace - Wed Jul 7 23:27:17 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Maybe nothing. If you've not been seen by a medical doctor, you don't have legal verification of your "injury". Everyone knows, chiropractors say you need to see them every other week, forever, ANYWAY. In many states, "no fault" laws apply - you file your medical bills through your own policy, unless you have SERIOUS injuries (requiring hospitalizations or surgery). Pain and suffering isn't casually handed out. When it is handed out, it's based on the actual injury. Being sore, two days after an accident, is perfectly normal. It goes away all by itself in a couple months, with absolutely no treatment at all.
Answered by mbrcatz - Thu Jul 8 09:27:18 2010

What is the most effective way to ask for a cash settlement from an insurance company?
Q. My car was backed into in September. The repairs are more than the car to fix. The appraiser said he would subit his estimate with note that I was interested in a cash settlement. The car is a 1988 VW Jetta, I certainly don't want to put that kind of money into the car, but needless to say if/when we sell it, we won't get nearly as much. How do I effectivly ask the insurance money for a cash settlement?
Asked by Sherry - Tue Nov 13 18:25:25 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You just ask the adjuster for the status of your claim. Bring the conversation up you had in the past and ask if they have reached a decision. They may have and just forgot to call. Your file may be stuck somewhere and forgotten about.
Answered by DCK2003 - Tue Nov 13 18:40:00 2007

How long will it take to get my settlement from the insurance company?
Q. Last August I was the passenger in a car crash. I broke my arm in 3 places and have had 3 surgeries. Now I am back to normal and all the bills have been given to the insurance company. So how long will it take to get my settlement? Does the amount effect how long it takes?
Asked by krazedblaze667 - Tue Jul 22 15:30:41 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Assuming that you have forwarded all of your supporting documentation including medical reports, lost wage info etc, the adjuster will evaluate your claim and make you an offer. If a permanency rating has been given, the adjuster may ask for you to attend an Independent Medical Exam(IME) to verify the rating. You do not have to accept the first offer, but you need to prove why you feel the claim has a higher value. Make sure your write down your pros and cons before you enter into negotiations. It sounds as if you sustained a pretty significant injury. Hopefully, the other party has adequate liability limits. Once you sign a settlement release and send it back, you should receive payment with a week or two. Edit - mama is… [cont.]
Answered by Luna & Lawnboy - Tue Jul 22 16:05:08 2008

How long does it take to get a settlement offer once you finish accident related treatment?
Q. I've been done treating for at least three weeks now.I thought the insurance agent would have called with an offer to settle by now.Does anyone know how long it usually takes?Has anyone been in an accident that involved a settlement that can answer this question?Thanks!
Asked by selena g - Wed Jun 2 19:03:54 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

How do you collect early on a structured settlement?
Q. Looking to make a life changing investment, but need funds from a ten year structured settlement to accomplish anything.
Asked by dusmul78 - Mon Sep 10 17:40:46 2007 - - 4 Answers - 2 Comments

A. Peachtree, JG Wentworth, etc. I have yet to see an example where taking an early lump-sum was prudent. You may want to talk with your accountant or financial planner about this, and have them review the investment too. If you don't already have one, you should be able to get advice on this single issue for less than keeping them on retainer.
Answered by aaron p - Tue Sep 11 13:56:51 2007