Maison Law represents injured slip-and-fall victims who have received low settlement offers. If your settlement offer from the insurance company isn’t enough, then you can always counter their offer and begin negotiations. However, it is recommended to consult with one of our Slip-and-Fall Lawyers at Maison Law before negotiating with the insurance company on your own. Insurance companies are notoriously tricky and will most likely only offer you the lowest amount possible.
Our firm can manage your claim, calculate an accurate value for your settlement, and negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. So, don’t settle for less after being injured in a slip-and-fall accident. Contact Maison Law for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.
How Maison Law Will Build Your Slip-and-Fall Case
At Maison Law, when we take on a client who has been injured in a slip-and-fall accident, we provide them with the following services to ensure they receive a successful outcome:
- Accurate damage calculation: we calculate damages based on expert testimony, medical evaluations, and economic analyses to cover every aspect of your current and long-term medical needs.
- Clear reports and expert witness testimony: our firm compiles detailed reports that outline the extent of your injuries and the impact they will have on the rest of your life. We organize expert witness testimony to reinforce the credibility of your claim and the incident.
- Minimizing liability: if you file a claim or lawsuit against an at-fault party, they will most likely attempt to put some or all of the blame onto you. Our firm will analyze your case and work to minimize or eliminate liability in your personal injury accident.
- Negotiating with insurers: our experienced team of lawyers are expert negotiators and understand the tactics insurance companies will take to attempt to minimize your damages and compensation. We ensure our clients receive a fair settlement that fully covers their current and future needs.
- Court Representation: our trial lawyers will represent you in court and build a strong case, highlighting the depth of your injuries and the necessity for recovering damages.
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Maison Law offers a free consultation to all injured victims in California. Our Personal Injury Attorneys are here to discuss the details of your incident at no cost to you and evaluate if you have an injury claim and the next steps you should take. Everything you discuss with us is protected under attorney-client privilege, even if you decide not to take legal action. For more information, contact us today for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.
Determining the Value of Slip-and-Fall Injury Settlements
Slip-and-fall injuries can range anywhere from torn ligaments, broken bones, and traumatic brain injuries. The final settlement amount will largely be based on the severity of your injury. For example, if your injury requires surgery or results in permanent disability, then your settlement can be far more substantial.
Average injury settlements include:
- Low settlements: low settlements usually consist of minor accidents with little to no injuries. These could include back sprains and strains. Medical bills and property damage costs are usually low in minor accidents, so the settlement amount will reflect the cost of damages.
- Moderate settlements: moderate settlements apply to accidents with moderate injuries such as broken bones or soft tissue damage. These injuries will require some medical treatment, as well as some missed work. The recovery period can be somewhat long, but victims typically make a full recovery.
- High settlements: high settlements involve severe injuries, resulting in long-term medical treatment or permanent disability. These cases usually receive substantial compensation due to the extent of medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, as well as the extent of negligence which caused the accident.
Factors that Can Impact the Settlement Value of a Slip-and-Fall Injury
Several key factors significantly influence the average settlement in your personal injury case against :
- Liability: the degree to which the defendant is found responsible for your injury can add value to your settlement. The more reckless the defendant’s actions usually results in a higher settlement.
- Contributory negligence: California is a pure comparative negligence state, meaning even if you’re found 99% at fault for the accident, you can still collect 1% of compensation.
- Nature and extent of Injury: the cost of all reasonably necessary medical treatment and the estimated cost of future medical treatment are essential to the value of a case.
- Objective findings for physical pain: pain is a subjective thing, so, objective evidence is needed to support it in a personal injury case. This is usually presented in the form of X-rays and MRIs.
- Medical history: a history of preexisting injuries or degenerative conditions can reduce the case’s value. Insurance companies often argue that the injury resulted from preexisting issues rather than the incident itself.
- Plaintiff’s Age: this factor ties closely to medical history. Certain physical problems are often associated with aging, younger plaintiffs generally fare better in slip-and-fall injury cases. It’s easier for a younger person to convince a jury or insurance adjuster that they were fine before the accident.
- Permanent impairment: the most critical factor in a personal injury settlement is whether the injury results in permanent impairment. A permanent disability, especially one that affects the plaintiff’s ability to perform simple tasks, can drastically impact their quality of life. As a result, compensation for a permanent injury is typically much higher than for an injury that heals.
Determining the Value of a Slip-and-Fall Injury Claim
You should always ask for more in a personal injury settlement. Making a settlement demand with the insurance is a negotiation, and you should ask for 2 to 3 times more than you think your case is worth. This may seem high, but the insurance company will be making an initial settlement offer that is extremely low. So, it is wise to ask for an amount in a demand letter that is well above what you think you deserve.
A demand letter should be descriptive, factual, and truthful. A well-written demand letter can go a long way toward getting the compensation you want, which is why it is recommended to consult with a Slip-and-Fall Lawyer at Maison Law who can assist you with writing it. The details of the demand letter should contain:
- The time, date, and location of the accident
- The name of the person/company/government entity at fault, along with their contact information (if applicable)
- Details of the injuries you’ve sustained directly from the accident
- Summary of damages incurred, which include medical bills, lost wages, and non-economic damages
- Supporting documents, which may include X-rays, MRIs, and other photos or videos of the accident if you have them
Contact Maison Law | Slip-and-Fall Lawyers
For a slip-and-fall injury settlement to be successful, you’ll need to prove liability, that someone else is at fault, and proof of your damages. At Maison Law, we will build a strong case on your behalf and negotiate a fair settlement, so you can focus on recovering and spending quality time with your family. Contact us today to begin your free initial consultation and get the expert legal help you need.
