If you’ve been hurt in an accident that was caused by someone else, you deserve to receive financial compensation from the responsible party or their insurance company. While you deserve to have all of your damages and losses taken into consideration, the truth is that the insurance is going to try to get you to settle for as little as they can possibly get away with.
This is why it’s absolutely imperative that you know the answer to the question “how much is my personal injury claim worth” before accepting any settlement offer.
Assessing the Value of Your Personal Injury Claim
Your personal injury settlement should cover more than just the obvious medical bills. When valuing your claim, we will include the cost of every expense and loss you suffer as a result of your accident:
- Future and current medical bills
- Rehabilitation, physical therapy, and occupational therapy
- Transportation expenses
- Medical devices and equipment
- Over-the-counter and prescription medications
- Nurse and caregiver wages
- Lost income as a result of being unable to work
- Emotional therapy to treat post-traumatic stress disorder and other trauma
These are all examples of economic damages that can be calculated using proven expenses and projections. For example, if you purchased a wheelchair and buy medications on a monthly basis, there is a demonstrable cost involved.
By working with your doctor, we can determine your likelihood for reaching a full recovery and how long it will take for you to do so. With that estimated date in mind, we can then project your expenses into the future, including what your lost income will be until your recovery is complete.
Noneconomic Damages
Your personal injury attorney can also request compensation for noneconomic and punitive damages. Noneconomic damages compensate you for the pain and suffering you have experienced and for other ways that your quality of life has been affected, such as damage done to your personal relationships.
While not directly intended as compensation, punitive damages are awarded as punishment to the at-fault party for grossly negligent behavior and intentional harm.
Benefits of Hiring an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney
Retaining a personal injury attorney will increase the likelihood that your case will conclude with a favorable settlement amount. We know how to maximize the value of your claim by including all of the expenses and losses you will incur, including future damages that you may not yet even realize will be necessary.
We can negotiate on your behalf and ensure that any settlement offers you receive are fair and reasonable. Likewise, if court becomes the best option for receiving just compensation, we will represent you and provide you with sound legal counsel throughout the proceedings.
Help with Your Personal Injury Case
To speak with an attorney from Craig Swapp & Associates , call 1-800-404-9000 or complete the form below. We are here to answer any questions you may have and help you determine not only if you have grounds for a case, but also what your claim might be worth.
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Client Reviews
“I was concerned with all the paperwork”
Before calling your firm I had 2 big worries. One was I didn’t want to do more paper work, and that fear was resolved when I had to do very little, but Craig Swapp and Assoc. did most of it, and when I did have to come in to sign papers they worked around the times I could do it. Worry 2 was I didn’t want people to think I was “sue happy” and that I was just out to get money. I just wanted my bills to be paid for that were from the accident, and that was resolved I think by Mr. Wes Mortenson and Theresa because they listened to what I had to say.
Amber W.,
Spokane, WA
"I would hire them in a second"
My biggest fear was not having all the expenses caused by the accident paid for in full. I was assured they would be taken care of but I admit I was skeptical. When we wrapped everything up (which happened quicker than I was originally told) I had extra money in my pocket. I honestly thought there was a catch but my attorney explained everything to me in detail. If I am ever in that position again I’ll be giving Craig Swapp a call.
Robert N.,
Spokane, WA
"I was afraid of the fees"
I was afraid of the fees I would have to pay a lawyer. I waited over a year before hiring your law firm. I finally reached out to your online help where they were able to help me understand the process and what would happen. In all honesty I absolutely loved working with the individuals that were involved in my case. They were genuine & heartfelt about my case. It felt as though they really cared and were concerned about me, not just as a client but as a person.
Lacey B.,
Salt Lake City, UT
"I was afraid that my issue was too small"
I was afraid that my issue was too small to be handled, and that it would just be rejected. Or that I’d end up having to pay for my medical expenses and any of your teams expenses. I would definitely answer yes, it was resolved! I wasn’t ever made out to feel like my little issue didn’t matter, and my expenses were paid for- just what I wanted/needed.
J. Rohas,
Caldwell, ID
"I am very pleased with the results"
My biggest fear was that it would be pointless to pursue legal action in my case. I felt like maybe I didn’t have much of a case. After speaking with Paul, I realize it was not of my own fault and that others can be held responsible for the pain and suffering I went through.
Dollie J.,
West Jordan, UT