I was in a accident and received a settlement but the lawyer paid me to much,do I have to return the overpayment they want back ?

Mistakes do happen, and it sounds like your attorney made an error by giving you more than you were entitled to.  Legally, you are obligated to pay it back, as they are not your funds.  If the money has been spent, it is best to speak to the attorney and explain the situation.  It was his/her error. Steven A. Schwartz Attorney/Partner   JOEL H. SCHWARTZ, P.C. One Washington Mall, 16th floor Boston, MA  02108 (617) 742-1170 (800) 660-2270 (617) 250-2072 fax sas@joelhschwartz.com www.joelhschwartz.com