Bill Berkshire PC
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Concentrating in personal injury and wrongful
death cases
What Is My Claim Worth?Q: I was rear-ended at a stoplight and had treatment for neck and back pain. The other driver's insurance company said my case isn't worth much. What is my claim worth and how can an attorney help? A: First, you should not settle your claim until you are finished treating, are medically stationary and know the full extent to your injuries. The value of your claim depends on the total amount of your medical bills and lost wages, the amount of time it takes to become medically stationary and the extent of any long-term problems due to the accident. Your claim also includes a factor for your pain and suffering. But there are no magic formulas to put a monetary value on your claim. An experienced attorney can help by putting your case together and negotiating with the insurance company to get fair value for your claim (not just the minimum that the insurance company wants to pay). If the insurance company will not pay fair value, the attorney can file a lawsuit and try your case. In my experience, people usually do better with an attorney than by themselves.
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