QUESTION
How much of settlement should I receive?
Asked on Dec 08th, 2012 on Personal Injury - Connecticut
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I had auto accident cab driver going at high rate of speed t-bone me, fractured my knee, and outplace disc in back results in pitch nerves, that causes back spasms and very bad pain in right knee.
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Personal Injury Attorney serving Woodland Hills, CA
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There is no way to know what the amount of settlement you should receive is based on that information. It depends on the insurance policy, your medical bills, pre-existing injuries, future pain, future medical bills, loss of earnings, loss of employment, etc.
Answered on Apr 25th, 2013 at 11:31 PM
Gary R. Pearson
You need a lawyer, one the does a lot of personal injury cases. A lawyer like me. Without knowing more about your medical bills and treatment it would be impossible to evaluate the case as to what it is worth.
Answered on Apr 24th, 2013 at 1:56 AM
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Get you a PI lawsuit. Sounds like you many have serious injuries settlements are based on doc tor bills, doctor reports, permanency etc.
Answered on Apr 24th, 2013 at 1:50 AM
Ronald A. Steinberg
It is worth what they offer and you accept. If you have no idea what to accept, then it seems that you need a lawyer. Anybody that would answer your question, based upon the little information you provided would be a fool. That is, because you have not given enough information for a real lawyer to figure out the value.
Answered on Dec 11th, 2012 at 9:39 PM
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This is a complicated question that depends on how much our medical bills are, how will the injuries affect you in the future, how much in lost wages do you have, if any, how much paid will you suffer in the future. These are a few of the questions that would need to be answered. The good news is the cab company probably has tons of insurance. Unfortunately, when you have a significant injury, the at fault driver often has only $25,000.00 in insurance coverage.
Answered on Dec 11th, 2012 at 1:46 PM
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There is no single valuation for injuries, I would suggest that you seek legal counsel before you sign any releases or except any settlement. It sounds to me like your injuries were quite significant and may be very long-lasting.
Answered on Dec 11th, 2012 at 4:02 AM
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There are many factors that must be considered when trying to determine the value of a person's case. We usually start with the medical bills for services provided. Next we look at future medical needs and the estimated cost for those services. Other economic losses that effect value include lost wages. This sort of analysis provides a good starting point but other factors can effect value. For instance, the defendant driver's driving history: if the defendant driver has a history of speeding, careless driving or car crashes, those things may increase a case value.
Answered on Dec 11th, 2012 at 4:01 AM
This sounds like a very bad injury and your claim could be substantial. However, it is difficult for attorneys to give "valuations" of a claim based on this little bit of information. You should contact an attorney and ask for a meeting to discuss your claim. If you have an attorney who has been working the case, they should, with all of the information they should be collecting about loss of earnings, medical bills and effect on your daily living, be able to give you an idea of the value they place on your claim. If you don't have an attorney, if you provide that information to an attorney in a meeting, they may be able to give you a range of value of your case.
Answered on Dec 11th, 2012 at 3:53 AM
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You have a good case because the fracture is "serious injury" as a matter of law. You should work with a personal injury lawyer.
Answered on Dec 11th, 2012 at 3:07 AM
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I would need to review your medical records, understand your work history, and learn about any future problems you may have before being able to evaluate the case. That said, you really need to retain a good personal injury to represent you.
Answered on Dec 11th, 2012 at 3:05 AM
You suffered some serious injuries and probably need an attorney. Without knowing more information it is impossible to value your case. Some factors used in valuing your case would be (1) the amount of medical bills; (2) projected future bills; (3) wage loss, past and future; (4) whether you have a permanent impairment as a result of the accident.
Answered on Dec 11th, 2012 at 3:02 AM
Jonathan S. Safran
The values of cases are dependent upon numerous factors, including the amount of damage to your vehicle, the extent of your injuries, the extent of your medical treatment, the amount of your medical bills, the amount of any lost wages, whether you sustained a permanent injury, the impact of your injuries on your activities of daily living, and other factors. An experienced personal injury attorney will be able to evaluate those factors and work to get you an appropriate award for your injuries and damages. In Wisconsin, there is generally a three year statute of limitations which requires you to either settle your claim or commence a lawsuit within three years from the date of the accident. Again, I would urge you to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney to review your claims and assist you in obtaining full compensation for your injuries and damages. The information you obtain from this posting, and/or the act of sending an e-mail to this site and viewing this posting, are not intended to and will not create an attorney-client relationship. The information you obtain from this posting is not, nor is it intended to be, specific legal advice. You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own particular situation. The material in this posting is not intended to be advertising, but it is instead meant it to be general information only.
Answered on Dec 11th, 2012 at 3:02 AM
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I suggest you consult with an attorney to talk more specifically about the facts of the accident, your injuries and medical bills. I offer a free consultation.
Answered on Dec 10th, 2012 at 5:05 PM
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These cases are called personal injury cases because they are personal to every injured person. A face to face meeting with an experienced attorney to review the extent of your remaining injuries is needed to accurately answer your question. My office provides free, no cost meetings to discuss your case. Please feel free to call me.
Answered on Dec 10th, 2012 at 5:05 PM
This could be a very significant claim and it needs to be handled accordingly. The value, of course, depends upon a number of factors including the severity of the injury, the duration and type of medical care involved to date and likely to occur in the future. Also, the impact upon your life and any residual limitations that you may still have once you have reached maximum medical improvement. A proper work up and valuation is key.
Answered on Dec 10th, 2012 at 5:03 PM