Catastrophic injuries like brain damage, spinal cord injuries, or amputations result in higher damages due to lifelong care needs and loss of earning capacity.
PIP insurance covers medical expenses and lost wages after a car accident, regardless of who was at fault. It’s required in no-fault states like Florida and Michigan.
Pain and suffering damages include both physical pain and emotional trauma caused by an injury. They can significantly increase the value of a claim.
Comparative negligence laws reduce your compensation if you are partially at fault. For example, if you are 20% responsible for an accident, your recovery is reduced by 20%.
Case value depends on factors like medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and the severity of your injury.
Insurance adjusters evaluate the claim quickly to minimize payouts.
Initial offers are often lower than what victims deserve.
Having an attorney protects your rights and increases settlement values.
When a person dies due to someone else’s negligence, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit seeking damages for lost income, funeral expenses, and emotional loss.