Tax Consequences of Damage Awards

Juries should be advised at the time of trial of the tax consequences for federal income tax purposed of any award they make to the plaintiff. (Reaffirmed A-19)

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Abbreviations for House of Delegates report origination:

EC – Executive Committee; BT – Board of Trustees; CPA – Council on Professional Affairs; JC – Judicial Council; CHS – Community and Health Services