Handling a Dispute Over Your Lottery Winnings

You've won that big jackpot; now how do you hang on to it?

2012-05-24

May 24, 2012 (Press-News.org) It is no secret that coming into money may create strife in your personal life. Never is this truer than when other parties claim to be the rightful owners of your lottery jackpot. From a colleague who believes your winning ticket was part of a workplace pool to a misguided family member seeking to dip into your jackpot, a sudden stroke of good luck often brings a wide range of unwelcome interlopers. Knowing how to respond can help keep your winnings -- and your sanity -- intact.

Alternatively, in certain instances the Lottery Commissioner may deny your rightful winnings. This is a most grievous situation because the Commissioner is the final authority on whether you receive your winnings unless, generally, you challenge the Commissioner in a court proceeding.

Get the Right Help, Get the Right Facts Before a Judge

Immediately after realizing you are holding a winning ticket, you should consult with lottery lawyers who can not only can help you plan the best way to claim your prize without incurring oppressive taxes or other unwanted consequences, but are also able to fend off claims to your newfound wealth.

When someone else claims an entitlement to your lucky ticket, you very well may end up in court. Sometimes, lottery winners and other claimants are able to come to a settlement agreement on their own. But, oftentimes each party feels that the facts clearly support his or her cause, with no room for middle ground.

Thorough preparation for a courtroom battle over your lottery winnings will be a fact-intensive process. Who bought and cashed the winning ticket? Who else (if anyone) contributed money toward the purchase of the ticket or tickets? What prior agreements or arrangements were in place between all concerned parties?

Gathering strong evidence to support your answers to these and other questions will be instrumental to your case. Our lawyers are prepared to assist you in presenting to a Judge the objective facts that are in your corner, facts that may only be accessible to and persuasively presented by an excellent lawyer.

If the Lottery Commissioner is questioning your claim, we recommend you hire a lottery lawyer immediately. The Commissioner is just that, and determinations of fact are going to be made on his or her schedule, not yours, unless or until you hire a lottery lawyer to prosecute your case and attain your rightful winnings.

Alternatively, your claim may have already been denied - do not delay - act now - hire a lottery lawyer and protect your rights. It is likely that a legal proceeding will be necessary to enforce your property rights.

Call a Lottery Lawyer About Your Winnings

After you win a large lottery prize, it may not be a surprise when other claimants come out of the woodwork looking to take a cut -- but it is certainly an inconvenience. You may also find the Lottery Commissioner questioning or even denying your claim. The right lawyer can help you acquire and hold on to the money that is rightly yours. If you are facing a lottery dispute, get the help you need and contact a lottery lawyer today.

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