QUESTION
I'm 16 and was in a car accident, can I receive the settlement now or will I have to wait until I'm 18?
Asked on Dec 09th, 2015 on Personal Injury - Indiana
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Hi, there. I was in a car accident 7 months ago, and they're now getting ready to settle. I'm wondering if I would get the money now or if I would have to wait until 18? Also, if I can't get it now, can my mother receive it for my case.
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Criminal and General Civil Litigation Attorney serving Warsaw, IN
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Rockhill Pinnick LLP
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Your mother should talk to an attorney about handling this. No, you cannot get any until you are 18 without court permission, and your mother cannot get the money and then turn around and give it to you.
Answered on Dec 21st, 2015 at 4:23 PM