Typically, people go to small claims court in pursuit of a settlement for damages they have suffered. Getting a payment is great news, but you need to be aware that certain payments may be taxable. Here's what you need to know about taxes and small claims settlements.
1. The IRS considers most payments as income.
Almost every payment you receive is conside
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