Medical providers, insurers, and government programs may place liens on your settlement to recover costs they covered for your care. Negotiating lien reductions is key to maximizing your payout.
Structured settlements provide payments over time, while lump sums pay all at once. Each has pros and cons depending on your financial needs and future plans.
Injury victims can seek compensation for immediate lost wages and, if disabilities limit future work ability, projected lost earnings and diminished earning capacity.
Severity of injury, length of recovery, insurance coverage, medical bills, lost wages, and whether you share any fault can impact claim value.
Accept a settlement offer when it fairly covers medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, and future damages — and after consulting with an attorney to ensure it’s in your best interest.
Injury settlements typically reimburse all reasonable medical costs, including emergency care, surgery, rehabilitation, medications, and future medical treatments related to the injury.
An injury claim is a legal process for seeking compensation when you’ve been harmed by someone else’s negligence. It can cover physical, emotional, and financial damages.
Manufacturers, distributors, pharmacies, and retailers may all share liability for dangerous or defective products that cause injuries.