In Minnesota, no part of a child's injury settlement may be paid except under a written petition and court order, a judge must approve it, the lawyer's fee is capped at one-third, and the money is held in court-controlled accounts, securities or a structured settlement. Enter the settlement, fee and bills to see what is left for the child.
Enter the settlement, the fee, costs and bills, and the child's age.
Minnesota requires court approval under Minn. Stat. 540.08 and General Rule of Practice 145, which also sets the petition, the hearing, the one-third fee cap and how the money is held. A minor is defined in 645.451, and the deadline is suspended under 541.15.
See why a court approves a child's settlement, how blocked accounts and structured settlements work, and how the one-third fee cap works.
A local personal injury attorney can review your claim — many offer a free consultation.
This is an estimate for general guidance only and is not legal advice. Figures are based on the cited Minnesota statutes. Confirm how these rules apply to your specific case with a licensed Minnesota attorney.