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(314) 500-HURTWhen you search ‘’car accident settlement calculator’’, you’ll find several sites with software that generate an estimated settlement value. Most firms create a calculator as a ‘bait and switch’ marketing lure to attract new clients.
Clients are often disappointed when the ultimate settlement amount falls below the calculator’s estimate. Many firms fail to disclose that several factors determine a car accident settlement value.
Consider engaging with our trusted St. Louis car crash attorneys, who can provide a rough estimate of your settlement value and legal support in its pursuit.
Most of your settlement amount comes from the pain and suffering associated with an injury. While there’s a straightforward way to determine economic damages like medical bills and lost wages, calculating pain and suffering takes some effort.
The jury applies a multiplier to the economic damages to determine the value of pain and suffering damages. Usually, the multiplier is 1.5; even so, it can vary from 1-5, with one being mild and five severe injuries.
If you’ve sustained a significant injury, you’re more likely to receive a hefty settlement payment than a minor injury victim.
Here are a few indicators of a severe injury:
Car accident settlement also considers the victim’s emotional and psychological trauma. If the experience of the car accident caused emotional anguish, an experienced attorney can pursue a settlement amount that enhances your mental health recovery.
Signs of emotional anguish include:
In addition to the above factors, the jury will award a settlement amount based on the strength of your case. You’re likely to obtain a hefty settlement amount if you have a compelling case and if the liability of the at-fault party is clear.
As such, a jury may look into the following considerations:
Knowing the estimated settlement value of your personal injury claim helps you make financial plans. Understanding the potential settlement can also give you peace of mind and access to treatment.
Consider engaging an experienced attorney from Burger Law with years of experience representing injured victims.
Contact us online for a free consultation.
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Founding Partner, Gary Burger who has more than 30 years of legal experience as a practicing personal injury trial attorney. Gary’s robust legal knowledge is recognized by his peers as demonstrated by his industry awards and frequent Continuing Legal Education (CLE) lectures.
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