Legal Question in Personal Injury in Texas

Injuried in an accident, not sure what to do

I was in an auto accident and I have some injuries to my head,neck, shoulders, back & foot. Mostly muscle spams. The insurance company of the other driver has excepted all liability,but I am not sure what dollar amount I could ask for. I will have some of these injuries for an on going basis. Could someone please tell me a ball park $amount I should or can ask for?


Asked on 7/18/00, 2:05 am

5 Answers from Attorneys

Charles Aspinwall Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC

Re: Injuried in an accident, not sure what to do

Your question cannot be answered until you have finished medical treatment and all the bills and reports are in. Your question depends upon the amount of medical bills, whether or not you are assigned a degree of whole body impairment, and other factors.

You need a consultation with a PI attorney. You run a real risk of leaving money behind in your settlement if you are not an expert in this area.

Email us if you wish further information and a no-cost/obligation online consultation.

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Answered on 9/09/00, 10:26 am
Mark Siegel Law Offices of Mark J. Siegel

Re: Injuried in an accident, not sure what to do

call me at 214-5200000

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Answered on 9/09/00, 1:03 pm
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: Injuried in an accident, not sure what to do

Generally, a PI attorney can obtain a greater settlment for you that you can obtain on your own - even allowing for their contingent fee percentage.

If you wish to discuss this further, call me at 1-877-320-5232

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Answered on 9/09/00, 6:45 pm
John Pfister, Jr. Pfister & Associates

Re: Injuried in an accident, not sure what to do

The value of your claim depends on a numbers of factors, such as your total medical bills, lost wages, any lasting injuries, and the degree of any liability that may be attributed to you. Also, any prior injuries and/or claims can be a factor.

If you need further assistance, I would suggest that you consult with an attorney who handles personal injury claims. Let me know if I can be of any further assistance.

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Answered on 9/10/00, 11:52 pm
Michael Dunn Smead, Anderson & Dunn

Re: Injuried in an accident, not sure what to do

There are many factors which determine value of a claim, some of which have been mentioned in prior answeres. Other factors include the county where you can sue- either where accident happened or where defendant lives. There can be major differences between different counties.

Talk to a PI lawyer familiar to the local county.

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Answered on 9/13/00, 12:34 pm


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