When you are working with a personal injury attorney after an injury, one of the first things you may wonder is how much your pinched nerve case is worth. This can become a complicated answer that is dependent on various factors. However, when you speak with one of our Pennsylvania and New Jersey spinal cord injury lawyers, you will better understand what to expect, making you feel reassured and informed.
With Rand Spear: The Accident Lawyer, you are working with a law firm that operates in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. This gives us professional versatility in managing different types of cases in multiple jurisdictions. We have over 30 years of business, amounting to nearly 200 years of collective experience working for you when you demand Rand.
Understanding a Pinched Nerve
A pinched nerve is a condition in the spinal cord commonly caused by strain or inflammation. The medical offices of Garden State Pain and Orthopedics cite car accidents as a common cause. Inflammation resulting from the sudden snap of your neck or other strain may cause a pinched nerve or pressure from a herniated or bulging disc, which may also put pressure on your nerves.
If you are concerned about the symptoms you are experiencing and think you may have a pinched nerve, you should consult a medical professional for evaluation. The Mayo Clinic reports that a pinched nerve is generally diagnosed through blood tests, imaging, nerve conduction, and spinal tests. Some of these diagnostic methods can be painful, expensive, and invasive.
Treating Your Pinched Nerve
A pinched nerve is a common occurrence nationwide. The Advanced Spine Center reports that millions of Americans experience this every day, and it is typically resolved without issue. However, when it does not heal well on its own, there are many options available for treatment that may consist of:
- Over-the-counter pain relief and NSAIDs
- Chiropractic care
- Physical therapy
- Pain management services
- Surgical interventions
Evaluating Damages in Your Pinched Nerve Settlement Value
Determining the value of damages is a crucial piece of your pinched nerve settlement. This stage will give you a better idea of the overall value of your case. Some of the losses and costs taken into consideration during this time are:
- Past and future medical costs
- Medical devices
- Prognoses
- Lost income
- Lost earning potential
- Household supports
- Pain and Suffering
Sometimes, a pinched nerve can resolve itself within a few weeks. The Mayo Clinic suggests rest and eliminating activities that may exacerbate symptoms of your pinched nerve but also acknowledges that, in some cases, the injury may cause prolonged pain and require surgical intervention. An injury that heals in a few weeks will likely see a very different settlement amount than one requiring spinal surgery.
Contributing Factors
The above information is all considered to determine a fair settlement amount. However, additional factors may further impact how those are valued. Speaking with your Rand Spear: The Accident Lawyer may clarify which of these affects the value of your pinched nerve settlement. The severity of your injuries certainly plays a large part in your settlement, but injury alone won’t remove these additional considerations before you receive your total compensation.
Liability
The key to a personal injury case is determining whether the other person is liable for your injuries. This can become complicated due to New Jersey’s comparative negligence/fault law, which decreases your compensation depending on the percentage of liability you are determined to hold. Pennsylvania statute 7102 shows that comparative negligence laws apply there as well.
Additionally, the strength of your case can dramatically affect the amount for which an insurance company is willing to settle. For example, if you have considerable proof of the other person’s fault, they may not want to take chances in court. This can motivate them to reach an agreement sooner rather than risk a formal lawsuit in court when they may be less motivated to provide appealing offers if they don’t have confidence in your case.
Insurance Policy Limits
Both Pennsylvania and New Jersey observe ‘no-fault’ insurance laws. If you were injured in a car accident, it is vital to understand a no-fault state and how it may impact your personal injury claim. One of the benefits of a no-fault system is that your own insurance company pays you out and generally waits less time for a more immediate payout.
If you have surpassed the limits of your insurance, you may also need to seek compensation through the other party’s insurance. Insurance policy limitations can significantly decrease or affect what you can initially obtain. If you have recovered compensation to the limits of your policy, you can contact our car accident lawyer to help you file your claim.
Functional Affects
Yet another major contributor to your overall pinched nerve settlement value is how it affects your life. For example, if you have a pinched nerve that is causing debilitating pain, incontinence, or other bladder issues, this can significantly disrupt your life both mentally and physically. The pain you experience, as well as some treatment for it, may prevent you from completing your daily duties.
In instances where you may be unable to provide for your family, you may be able to receive supplemental funds to keep your household running. A settlement amount for these damages may be significantly more than an injury that allows you to maintain relatively normal functioning.
Contact a Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer Today
If you have suffered a pinched nerve because of someone else’s poor decisions and behavior, you may be entitled to compensation for those injuries and related losses. The pain and stress of recovery can be taxing, leading you to accept the money you receive from your insurance, even if it doesn’t cover all your costs. With Rand Spear: The Accident Lawyer, you can have someone working on your behalf to recover compensation while focusing on what you need to recover.
When you contact our firm to help you with your pinched nerve settlement, we will schedule a free case consultation to determine the specifics of your case and which of our services may be appropriate for your needs. Rand Spear operates on a no-fee guarantee, which allows you to worry less about the cost of services, knowing you will not owe us until your compensation has been recovered. Call us today to have someone who will fight for your rights to compensation.
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