Legal Question in Personal Injury in North Carolina

Pain and suffering is always subjective and difficult to evaluate. The driver's insurance probably has a general rule they use in this situation. It does not sound as if there was any medical treatment other than the EMS and ER visit. Most insurance companies don't pay too much for pain and suffering unless there is more medical treatment (i.e. beyond the date of the incident) (even if in fact there is a lot of pain and suffering). You are also entitled to compensation for the missed day of work. Without any medical treatment, most people in this State do well to get $1,000 to $2,000 for pain and suffering. (Some insurance companies call this a "treat and release" claim.) Of course, if the injuries are more serious and require more medical treatment, or if they result in a documented permanent injury, then it's a more serious claim. Being hit as a pedestrian is a factor toward a slightly higher settlement.

Very sorry to hear this happened to you! You can read my firm's article on pain and suffering in NC personal injury cases here: https://www.disabilitylawfirmnc.com/pain-suffering-in-nc-personal-injury-cases/

Hope you feel better soon!

Kimberly Bishop