How Georgia Personal Injury Settlements Are Taxed (or Aren’t)
September 18, 2026
Most personal injury settlements are tax-free under IRC § 104 — but punitive damages & interest are not. Learn what’s taxable & how to protect your recovery.
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Most personal injury settlements are tax-free under IRC § 104 — but punitive damages & interest are not. Learn what’s taxable & how to protect your recovery.
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