Treat the following as a set of general guidelines: Gather complete information before you start writing. Describe your injuries and medical treatment. List your medical expenses, lost wages, and non-economic damages. Make a settlement demand. Include a deadline for legal action if you want to, but don't bluff.
Notices are sent to people whose rights could be affected by a class action. Notices are typically sent after a case has settled and will provide instructions on how to claim part of the settlement. If you have received a class action notice, you did not sign up for something.
Generally, settlement funds and damages received from a lawsuit are taxable income ing to the IRS.