Factors in the Value of a Texas Personal Injury Claim

Due to the numerous factors that make up the settlement amount in a Texas personal injury claim, there's no completely accurate estimate for what a case is worth until it's settled. Even though some of the damages from your personal injury accident can be determined ahead of time, the final settlement amount is unable to be determined until your case is closed.

The factors most common in determining a Texas personal injury claim settlement are: 

• the circumstances of the accident;
• the extent and nature of your injuries;
• damages to your personal property;
• your personal medical history;
• your employment status;
• your living situation;
• witness testimony;
• plaintiff and defendant testimony;
• expert testimony;
• estimated future medical expenses and wage losses; and
• the jury's opinion on your pain and suffering. 

Some of these factors are easier to estimate, such as your current medical bills, the amount of time your accident has left you unable to work, and property damage. Other factors that are for future expenses, such as ongoing medical treatment and estimates on how long you will be unable to return to work, are more complicated to determine.

Your pain and suffering, also known as non-economic damages, is the most ambiguous type of damages that will be considered. The jury in your Texas personal injury lawsuit has the final say in determining the amount appropriate to compensate you for your pain and suffering.

Our article on the value of a Texas personal injury case explains the factors of your case and how they contribute to your settlement. 

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious personal injury, you have the right to the legal expertise of a Houston personal injury attorney to help you fight for fair compensation. Contact the law offices of Steven Lee, P.C. today at 713-921-4171 or 1-800-232-3711. Help is available 24 hours a day and the initial consultation is always FREE. We are also able to provide transportation options as well as home and hospital visits.