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Pain and Suffering Determination

On behalf of The Law Offices of Howard Kornberg Posted in Motor Vehicle Accident

Many have heard the term pain and suffering related to legal cases like a car accident or serious injury, but do you really know how it’s calculated and what it means for your case? Most victims are aware that they are entitled to compensation for their medical bills and lost wages. Pain and suffering are not as clear cut and the term is used to cover physical and emotional stress. How does one even begin to calculate emotional stress? Physical injury is easier to identify because there are medical reports and treatments that can be associated with those injuries. Emotional can be related to painful feelings that are caused for example by a visible scar. This would constantly bring up feelings of insecurity and embarrassment which can be considered when calculating pain and suffering. A motor vehicle crash lawyer in Los Angeles can help you determine what pain and suffering you are entitled to with your case. Something else to keep in mind is that the compensation for pain and suffering can be split three ways between the attorney, doctor, and victim. This varies from case to case and is not always applicable.

Methods to Determine Pain and Suffering

There are two main methods used to calculate car accident claims in Los Angeles. They include the multiplier method and the daily rate method. In short, the multiplier method takes the cost of medical bills and lost wages and multiplies it by a predetermined number. Every accident has its unique circumstances and the multiplier method may not be beneficial to the case. There is also the daily rate method which puts a dollar amount on every day that the accident affected you like having to go to therapy daily for three months. There will be a rate placed for one day and it will be multiplied by the number of days. Some individuals use both methods and come up with a figure in the middle. The only way to truly get an idea of potential compensation is by consulting with an injury attorney in Los Angeles who can help determine the best strategy to use for your specific case.

How a Los Angeles Motor Vehicle Accident Attorney Can Help

After an accident, you will first seek medical attention and then call a motor vehicle accident attorney who will be able to review your case and tell you the exact steps to take.to get the maximum compensation for your injuries. They can determine what pain and suffering were involved and use a determination method that will give you a clear vision of what the potential outcome will be. The Law Offices of Howard Kornberg know how difficult and confusing it can be after an accident. The legality and paperwork involved are overwhelming but we can help. From the moment you retain our counsel, we will help you with all those confusing documents and put your health first. Every case is different and needs the keen eye of a Los Angeles car collision lawyer to protect your rights and get you the best results possible.

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