Workers’ compensation

Meyers Personal Injury Law | August 25, 2024 | Workers' compensation

Navigating the complexities of workers’ compensation can be challenging, especially when it comes to understanding the tax implications of a settlement. In Tennessee, as in many other states, the question of whether a workers’ compensation settlement is taxable arises frequently. Workers’ compensation settlements in Tennessee are generally not taxable at the state or federal level. […]

Meyers Personal Injury Law | January 17, 2024 | Workers' compensation

A retainer fee is an agreed-upon sum paid upfront to secure the services of a professional, typically a consultant, freelancer, lawyer, or advisor. This fee acts as a financial engagement between a client and a service provider, where the client pays in advance to retain the future services of the provider. It differs from standard […]