How much can I expect to get from my car accident injuries

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How much can i expect to get from my car accident injuries?

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Q. I just got in to a car accident what is my first step?

see a family physician right away..

Huey

Q. Is an accident in a parking lot no fault?

Parking lot accidents are no fault and you don`t lose points. Your insurance is usually not affected because charges are not laid.

Jose

Q. How much should i get back if i got into a car accident?

"How much should i get back for my accident..."

how much should i get back for my accident? i have pain in my back

Q. What kind of settlement{dollars}should i expect {car accident}?
was rear ended bigtime 7 mnths ago. very badly whiplashed{wore neckbrace for 5 months}sprained right hand, left arm and left back shoulder has not healed yet,live with daily pain in arm/shoulder and neck and left side of back. soft tissue injuries. presently being paid loss wages{80 percent}. still in physio. still unable to go back to the job i was in. i do have a lawyer. what would my lawyer be seeking roughly in dollar amount? what would be fair? i was making 500.00 a week at my job that i will probably be unable to go back to, and my daily/normal life has been an upheavel battle!how long will my settlement take? is there a place in canada to whom would buy my settlement/claim?

It's going to depend on your state. Regardless of the settlement requested, the other guy's insurance policy isn't going to pay out MORE than their policy limit. So even if you sue and get a judgement, that's a long way from actually getting any money. You're best off asking your ATTORNEY for a range of low/high what you think you can get.

Q. First dui in marin county, one-car, no-injury accident - what can i expect?
i was arrested for a dui after crashing my car into a tree. i refused the pas test at the hospital and was then placed under arrest, at which time i consented for them to take blood. i do not yet know the results of the blood test or what my bac was. i am 26 years old, i will be 27 next week. i have never had an accident, and my last ticket was 3 years ago for speeding 63mph in a 50mph zone. i have never been arrested for anything before, and i have never had a dui. the crash happenedin marin county, california and i live in san francisco. most of the research i've done seems to indicate that most people are not usually given jail time for their first dui if there were no injuries, but i can't get a straight answer about whether or not my accident will definitely carry an enhanced penalty. i know that if i had hurt or killed someone, enhanced penalties would be definite, and i would be charged with felony dui; however, since i was the only one involved in the accident, and no one was injured, and i have only been charged with misdemeanor dui at this point, should i expect an enhanced penalty? anyone's experiences with a similar (one car, no injury) dui crash - specifically in marin county or the bay area would be appreciated. please spare any holier than thou lectures, i understand the stupidity of my actions, but what is done is done - all i can do now is learn as much information about the probability of individual consequences. totalling my car, being arrested for the first time in my life and the probably financial cost have been more than enough to scare me into never putting myself in this position again, so i don't need any lectures - just answers to my questions and relevant experiences are appreciated. thanks thank you for your responses. i too found the list of potential penalties, but what would really be helpful is some idea of what is typically actually sentenced. i know that often a judge has some discretion. for example, the possibility of work alternatives or house arrest to actual jail time, etc. or perhaps letting you off with no jail time or time already served, etc. what i can potentially be sentenced to is widely available, i want to know more about what people actually usually are sentenced to, and specifically in one-car, no injury accidents - not garden variety no-accident duis and not dui injury accidents.

Ca Jail 96 hrs up to 6 months $390 up to $1000 fine 6 months suspension Drivers safety program May be ordered an ignition interlock device Edit: Up to the judge.There is no typical sentence, the judge considers all factors and renders a judgment within guidelines given. Each incident, judge, and offender's history is different. Anyone here giving you an exact sentence would be guessing. No enhanced penalty, however, you may be ordered restitution or sued for any damages you caused in the crash.

Q. What can i expect from my car accident (personal injury) settlement??
hi there!! i was in a head on collision in italy in july (i was a passenger, both drivers were said to be at fault)...i'm an american who's been living in the u.k the past few years..though this settlement is being handled in italy, i wanted to know would occur settlement-wise had it happened in the us (partly to show my italian lawyer)...i had a broken sternum (was only hospitalized one day) torn ligament in my toe and whiplash (the doctor said there was arthritis in my neck, not sure if that was bad translation or if it is the case)...i had to miss two weeks of work (since i'm a government contactor, am paid by the hour and have no sick leave or anything like that)...i have had severe anxiety driving sine then....my sternum is still sore and i am still experiencing shortness of breath but it has healed somewhat...okay, that's all!! i just really have no experience with anything like this and was wondering what an outcome would be in a similar case in the u.s. thanks much!!

usually medical bills x3 (any other expenses are just paid) 1/3 for medical bills 1/3 goes to attorney 1/3 goes to you *edit* Insurance Liability Coverage Definitions http://www.carinsurance.com/CoverageDefinitions.aspx

Q. How much of a settlement could a woman expect from a car accident that left a gash on my forehead?
it was the other vehicles fault. she t-boned me in side of my vehicle while trying to pull out in traffic. no other injuries other than the gash on my forehead.

Her insurance company should compensate you for loss of work, medical expenses and maybe a small amount for any pain and suffering. If you're thinking you deserve big bucks for a minor injury, you've got issues. Thanks for making MY insurance rates go up.

Q. How much can i expect from an insurance settlement for a minor injury/no fault car accident- car was totaled?
the accident was not our fault, is what i meant to say. nor, do i think i've hit the lottery. i have never been in an accident and i've been told to expect something for "inconvenience". i have no idea if it will be $5 or $500. nevermind. people are very rude when they answer questions here, btw, this will be my first and last time. what a waste of time.

I was in your situation last summer so i know where you are coming from...I got $800 for "pain & suffering"(from a BIG company)...That still didnt make up the difference that I lost in my old truck...RIP Speed Racer...lol...I can laugh about it now...They offered me $500 @ first and then I responded with $1000...she then said $800...I was like deal...It was just me & the adjuster...no lawyers or police... I know work as a claim specialist...who knew??? Sometimes you get people who are just mean & dont know what they are talking about and then you have people who really try & help...stick around it will be worth it...~V

Q. Car accident, how much should i expect from their insurance company?
i was just in a car accident on thursday. its basically totalled my car. two weeks before the accident, i just put $2345 into the transmission, $500 2 weeks before that, and another $500 about a month before that. thats not to mention the $1000 i put in in 2006. it was a troubled car but with the transmission fixed, it should have been perfect. the other car hit me. i really was at no fault but the other car is a company car. the people driving don't own it. they also don't seem to be american citizens. here's my damage, broken axels, my tires leaning into the car dramatically, my tire is ripped, the driver door doesn't open, blinker is gone, just severely damage to the quarter panel, etc i did have some injury, a seat belt burn, back and neck pain. what can i expect from the insurance company? will they take into account the recent expensive work done on the car? any ideas? a guess? i had a 99' hyundai elantra - now i have scrap metal.

Don't kid yourself.....You had "scrap metal" BEFORE the wreck, too. If you look up the wholesale value of that car.....and trust me...it's not gonna be much!....THAT is what the insurance co will pay. Looked it up, and depending on mileage and condition, it's worth about $1900

Q. How much money can i expect to get from a car injury settlement?
i was a passenger of a car accident that was at fault of the driver. i suffered a broken femur and both shoulders were fractured along with numerous cuts and stitches from glass fragments. i spent 4 days in the hospital due to the leg fracture, had a titanium rod put in as well. i had to drop out of school and i am unable to work for approx 8 months. i would like to know how much money i can expect to receive in suing the drivers insurance company for anything possible.

First of all, you aren't suing the insurance company. You're simply making a claim for medical bills. In most states, a passenger in a car is afforded the same benefits as the driver, and therefore you will not be entitled to anything over your medical costs. And they will only cover your medical bills if the driver had medical coverage, which is usually optional. If that is the case, you will need to sue the driver of the car, not his insurance. Call the claims adjuster who is handling the case and find out if you are, or are not entitled to compensation for pain and suffering. You also might want to consider making a claim on your own insurance, if you have it.

Q. How much money can i expect from my settlement in my car accident?
i was a victim of a head on collison in 05-04 a pick up truck had crossed over the median of a two lane highway coming from the opposite direction i suffered many back injuries including herniated discs, and bulging discs, severe neck pain, a torn ligament in my ankle, and was diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. perhaps the most major thing was my head went through the windshield causing me to have permanent disfigurement to my forhead... i have a dent in my forhead that will not go away without surgery. with plastic surgery it will only leave me with another scar even worse then the one i have, its something that will be there for the rest of my life. the driver was 100% at fault. car was demolished. my lawyer said were asking for 100-150,000 my mother is freaking because she says that, that is not enough, i could have died and truthfully i have all these things i will have to deal with for the rest of my life and im only 24. i believe that i should be getting more. fyi i was wearing my seatbelt - and if you ever had any type of car accident it could be very traumatic i have nightmares about it, and cannot drive in the rain. i was not at fault in the accident so the negative comments i really dont appreciate.

"Depends on the extent of personal injuries..."

Depends on the extent of personal injuries. Punitive damages is the biggest payer... Do you now have fears being in a car? On the road? This can mean big $$$s. $150K seems way too small for your injuries. Don't take a out of court settlement. If have evidence of him breaching his duty of care - the court will most likely award you alot more. What experience does your lawyer have? What experience does he/she have in compensation cases? Any past cases you could research? How did your lawyer come up with that dollar figure? Did he/she factor in the costs of: -medical assistance for the rest of your life -loss of income & potential income -lost opprtunities of potential types of employment -decreased quality of life -permanent scaring (physically & emotionally) -pain & suffering -negative impact on self-esteem & self-confidence There are so many factors that should have been calculated into an amount that would be considered fair (although no amount would make things right if you have to live with pain & suffering). But always consult legal advice... Even second opinions. All the best.

Q. I had an accident today with my car, and there were no injuries, what can i expect to happen now?
i was grocery shopping today, and my brakes went completely out when i pulled out of the parking space. when i stepped on the brakes, the car wouldn't even slow. while backing out i scraped a woman's ankle with the back end of the car, and i had to throw the car in park to make it stop. i have a license and insurance, the police were called and a report was filed. there wasn't an ambulance called, and the woman was shaken up, but the scrape didn't cause any bleeding or other obvious injuries. what should i expect to happen now? any input/advice would be appreciated. thanks the woman whose ankle i scraped was with her caregiver. she's deaf and menatlly disabled. i don't know if the group home decides how to handle this, or if it would be up to the woman's family. i assume it would be up to her family (if she has any). i left the car (honda accord) at the store and took a cab home. i won't be driving it again until the brakes are fixed.

"Her to determine the extent of her injuries and whether or not she plans..."

Make sure you report this claim to your insurance company. I have seen this scenario a million times. She claims no injury at the scene, but after she speaks with friends and relatives, she files a bodily injury claim against you. Your insurance company will contact her to determine the extent of her injuries and whether or not she plans on filing a claim. If she has no intention on filing a claim, the file will be closed.

Q. Car accident w/ injury - not at fault. 1st time in this position, what should i expect from the insurance co?
i was driving on a 2 lane one way street. i was in the left lane & the other driver in the right. the other driver decided to make a left hand turn from the right lane directly in front of me & i couldn't do anything but hit the vehicle. the other driver was injured as well as myself. i opted out of the ambulance ride to the hospital - adrenaline decision i suppose. i have pain & stiffness in neck back hip & right leg- no broken bones. i did seek medical attention the following day & was prescribed pain meds. so now i'm limping & having difficulty getting around, & can't pick my child up which he doesn't understand thank god my child was not with me. i'm having a hard time dealing with the fact that my child could have been with me & if i were actually driving my smaller car, the outcome would be worse. since then, if any car cuts in front me from the right i have a panic attack. this is a very recent event i'm still waiting on the adjusters 1st contact. what should i expect?

"The other vehicle holds responsibility for the accident..."

First: Contact your insurance company, make sure they know what is going on because they'll back you up. Plus since you haven't heard from any adjusters yet, they'll help speed up the process. Secondly: Don't worry about attorneys or anything like that. Tell your story to both companies and they'll determine who is at fault. In my opinion it does sound like the other vehicle holds responsibility for the accident . Third: When you contact your insurance company, make sure they are aware you are claiming injuries and that you have sought treatment. If you have medical pay coverage under your policy they can begin getting things going to take care of your medical bills. Fourth: Once liability is determined, and they hopefully find the other party negligent, work with them for your bodily injury claim. They have a responsibility to pay for your medical bills, and also MAY pay you pain and suffering. Pain and suffering is not a right, it is a privelage so do not go into it expecting thousands of dollars. Just go with the flow and explain your situation and take it from there. Do NOT listen to the person who first answered on here, they have no idea what they are talking about. The main thing, also, don't get stressed out about it, the main concern is your health and making sure you recover quickly both physically and mentally. Let the insurance companies duke it out if need be and just make sure you look out for number 1.

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