If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in an accident then you are likely wondering how much your personal injury case may be worth. The simple answer is that if you want a good estimate you should contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 to get a free legal consultation based on your specific case. However, if you want a general idea then you can read on to find out what factors will be taken into consideration.
There are a number of damage types in personal injury lawsuits
The first thing to understand is that there are two main types of damages in a typical personal injury lawsuit. First are tangible losses, like medical cost, property damage, and lost wages, and the other is intangible losses, such as pain and suffering. In the worst of accidents there may also be punitive damages awarded to punish the at-fault party but this is rare.
In most personal injury cases, the issue at hand is negligence – not intention acts. As a result, punitive damages are not generally relevant. Consider this example: A person was distracted and caused a car accident. They should not receive punitive damages because they did not act intentionally. On the other hand, if a person targeted a vehicle and drove straight toward it on purpose then punitive damages may be more reasonable.
An attorney will analyze the case
Once you reach out to a personal injury attorney, we can look at the facts of your case. We will consider how the accident happened, who was at fault, what the injuries were, what medical care was required, and what the property damage was. We will also consider any time you had to take off from work, whether or not you will need future medical help, and other factors.
Then we will consider the amount of suffering you have been through. This can be harder to put a dollar sign on. That said, as experienced personal injury attorneys, we know how to value these claims and how to prove them. For example, you may have experienced a loss of enjoyment in life, pain, suffering, and other issues.
The typical personal injury case
An average personal injury case is going to include damages for medical expenses, emotional distress, lost wages, property damage, and emotional distress. We will work with experts if necessary to determine how to value a case. In the end, it is up to the judge or jury to decide how much your case is worth, unless we can negotiate with the insurance company to get you a fair deal.
If you have been involved in an accident and you want to know what your options are then now is the right time to contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for a free legal consultation. If we decide to take your case, we will take it on a contingency basis that ensures you do not owe us a penny unless we recover damages for you. Call now to learn more.
