FAQ: 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
Read MoreFAQ: Do I need a personal injury attorney? Should I get a lawyer after a car accident? Is it worth it to hire a lawyer?
Many times, clients will call our office and ask us: do I need a lawyer? The answer is, it depends. If you are hurt, and you are seeking treatment for your injuries; yes, you need a lawyer. The insurance company is in the business of saving money. They want to nickel and dime you, stall
Read MoreFAQ: Do I have a personal injury case?
There are three things Funk and Associates looks for when evaluating a car wreck in Austin. First, you cannot be at fault. Second, you have to be injured. The lawyers at Funk and Associates are personal injury lawyers in Austin, if you aren’t hurt, you do not need a personal injury lawyer. Let that at
Read MoreFAQ: How much does a personal injury lawyer charge?
The lawyers at Funk and Associates work on something called a contingency basis. This is different from the way many lawyers charge fees. At Funk and Associates, our personal injury lawyers do not charge an hourly rate or ask you to put down a retainer. We will never ask the client to pay anything out
Read MoreFAQ: What are the types of Compensatory Damages?
Compensatory damages are damages awarded to try and make the injured person whole again. It is easy to quantify certain compensatory damages like medical bills and lost wages. However, it is difficult to quantify pain and suffering, mental anguish, and emotional distress that a person might have suffered after an accident. If you were in
Read MoreFAQ: How much Compensation do you Get for Whiplash?
Unfortunately, there is no magic formula to calculate the compensation would be for whiplash. Every case is different. There are multiple factors that will increase or decrease the value of a case. For example, was it just whiplash that the injured person is suffering from. Were there other injuries? These are just a few of
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