How Is Compensation Calculated In Personal Injury Claims?

There are multiple factors to consider when determining the value of a personal injury claim. There is even an injury damage formula that can be used to create a general idea of what a claim might be worth. Each claim is different, so any number reached would be an estimate. Although each case is different, the majority will have a few common factors to consider. These common factors can increase or decrease the amount of compensation received through a settlement or during a personal injury settlement court case. (Note: most personal injury cases don’t go to court for trial since trials are expensive and time-consuming, and often a settlement can be reached outside of court.) Read More

How And When To Notify The Insurance Company About The Accident?

It’s important to ensure that you inform the insurance company about any accident you have been involved in. This holds true with any type of accident that involves loss of property and/or personal injury. You may not know if you’re going to file an insurance claim at the time of the accident, but it’s still in your best interests to let the insurance company know about the situation, in case you do file a claim. Read More