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How much should I expect as settlement if I just sign the release papers without going through a test? I
Asked on Jul 19th, 2013 on Personal Injury - Michigan
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I recently had an accident involving a semi tractor-trailer. They have admitted fault. I have a stiff neck. I've been on vacation since the accident but I am expected to return to work Monday. I think I could perform my job with this stiff neck but I don't want to aggravate the situation. It has been 5 days since the accident and I just got a letter from them (attorney for the trucking companies insurance) for some reason the accident report has not become available online for me to review. I was wanting to wait until I got the report before I spoke with anybody including the insurance companies since the trucking company has admitted fault I didn't know there was any reason to contact my insurance about the situation. I have had a pretty painful vacation but have been able to control it with some anti-inflammatory pills. I haven't been able to do the things I wanted to on my vacation because of the stiffness in my neck and pain in my back. I'm not one for missing work and am due back in 2 days. I had hoped that the stiffness and pain would have subsided by now but although it has not worsened it has not gotten any better either. I'm not looking to get rich from the settlement but I would like to get what I deserve. I’ve worked through pain before and would rather not lay out of work for weeks or months just knowing that I could be compensated for the time missed.
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Answered on Jul 23rd, 2013 at 12:23 AM
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I would NOT sign any Release without first consulting an attorney like me who specializes in personal injury litigation AND being checked out by an orthopedic surgeon. There is no need to rush into a settlement. California has a two-year statute of limitations. So, to repeat, it is better to be checked out by your doctor and confer with an attorney.
Answered on Jul 22nd, 2013 at 1:31 PM
Thomas Edward Gates
What release papers? Did you release them of liability? You should have gone to get checked out after the accident. By not doing so, you cannot justify the injuries you claim. Because of your minor injuries, your case is not worth much, so you should get money for all of medical costs and treatment, medication, mileage, loss vacation time and pain and suffering. The repair to your car should also be covered.
Answered on Jul 22nd, 2013 at 11:21 AM
James Eugene Hasser
Not much if you haven't received any medical treatment. Before I would even think about settlement I would go to the Dr. and get checked out if I were you. In Alabama, you have 2 years to sue, so there's no hurry.
Answered on Jul 22nd, 2013 at 10:27 AM
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Answered on Jul 22nd, 2013 at 10:02 AM
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In Oregon you have two years to file a lawsuit against a negligent party. Why rush your case when you have the time to get the treatment you need, so you can evaluate how injured you are. You should hire an injury attorney and focus on treatment.
Answered on Jul 22nd, 2013 at 9:01 AM
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You're making a big mistake by settling your claim before you have a better idea of what injuries you suffered. Even if you decide not to hire an attorney (which I think is also a mistake), you should be sure to get a comprehensive evaluation by a physical medicine & rehab doctor (a physiatrist), and let some more time go by to be sure your injuries are as bad as they're going to get. In light of the fact that you're less than a week out after the crash, medically it might be too soon to know for sure.
Answered on Jul 22nd, 2013 at 8:18 AM