FAQ: How much is the average settlement for a car accident?
There is no average settlement for a car accident. There are too many factors to list that can affect a case in a positive and negative way. However, if you suffered an accident and you were injured, please contact your local Austin Personal Injury Attorneys at Funk & Associates.
Read MoreFAQ: How long does it take to get a settlement from a car accident?
Unfortunately, there is no set time frame in settling a car accident case. However, you do have two years, from the date of the accident, to file a lawsuit or settle the case against the person that caused the accident.
Read MoreFAQ: How do you calculate pain and suffering?
This is a subjective award which takes into account many factors including, but not limited to, mental anguish, temporary and permanent impairment, disfigurement, loss of consortium, and future pain and suffering stemming from the injuries.
Read MoreFAQ: How much do insurance companies pay for pain and suffering?
There is no set amount that is awarded for pain and suffering and is a largely subjective payment based on doctor’s records, affected daily living, client testimony, and any future impairment arising from the injuries sustained in the accident.
Read MoreFAQ: How much compensation do you get for brain injury?
Brain injuries are compensated much higher than soft tissue injuries and in some cases fractures. The amount of compensation is dependent on a number of factors, including but not limited to, the degree of negligence of the at fault party, the extent or severity of the injury itself, and any present or future impairment caused
Read MoreFAQ: How much can I get for pain and suffering from a car accident?
There is no set number that you can get for “pain and suffering” in a car accident claim. Pain and suffering is part of a subset of damages called “general damages“ and will vary from case to case depending on the circumstances and the nature of the injury. This is why it is pivotal to
Read MoreFAQ: What percentage does a personal injury lawyer take?
Personal injury lawyers typically charge anywhere from 30-50 percent of the gross recovery, depending on a wide range of factors. There is usually an escalation in the fee once suit is filed or an appeal is pursued. Furthermore, most personal injury lawyers (in Austin and elsewhere) will take cases on a “contingent basis.” That means
Read MoreFAQ: What is considered to be personal injury?
A personal injury will vary from person to person. What injures one individual may not injure another individual. That being said, if you have been injured and you are seeking medical treatment, you have suffered a “personal injury.” If this is the case, the personal injury lawyers at Funk and Associates can assist you in
Read MoreFAQ: Is there a time limit to claim for a car accident?
Texas has something called a statute of limitations when it comes to personal injury claims. For adults, and exceptions aside, that statues runs two (2) years after the negligence occurred. Meaning, if you have been injured in a car accident, or some other circumstance, you must settle the claim or file a lawsuit within 2
Read MoreFAQ: How long do you have to go to the hospital after a car accident?
There is no set requirement for when an individual must go to the hospital after a car accident. While most clients receive immediate hospital treatment due to EMS transportation from the scene of a collision, it is not a requirement in order to have a personal injury case. Many times, you may be in shock
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