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A claim like this is usually worth more than the medical bills alone.
An estimate, not a guarantee. Not legal advice.
This range assumes a typical severity multiplier and $900 a week of missed pay. It is not a prediction, a promise, or legal advice, and it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Actual claim value depends on facts, insurance limits and your state's law, which only an attorney who reviews your case can speak to. See the full disclosures.
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Before you call anyone
What usually counts, and what to do today.
Usually counts
Someone else's fault, and you got hurt.
A car accident where the other driver was careless, a slip and fall on a property the owner failed to maintain, a defective product, a dog bite, or a workplace injury. If someone else's action, or inaction, played a real part in your injury, it is worth having a conversation about.
Do this today
Protect the claim while it is fresh.
See a doctor even if you feel fine today, since some injuries show up later. Photograph the scene, your injuries and any property damage. Keep every bill and note the date. Say as little as possible to the other side's insurance company before you talk to an attorney.
How it works
Three steps.
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Answer 4 questions
About two minutes, and you can change any answer before you see the result.
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See your estimate
A free claim value range, with the assumption behind it shown plainly.
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Get matched free
A personal injury attorney in your area, at no cost to you.
The questions people actually ask before their first call with a lawyer.
How is my claim value actually estimated?
The tool takes your medical bills so far and multiplies them based on how severe the injury was, then adds an estimated lost-wage amount for any weeks you missed at work. It is the same rough method many personal injury lawyers use to sanity-check a claim before digging into the details.
Is this number what I will actually get?
No. It is a rough estimate, not a promise. Real settlements depend on who was at fault, your state's law, insurance policy limits, and how strong the evidence is, none of which this tool can see. Only an attorney who reviews your actual case can give you a real number.
Do I have a case if the accident was partly my fault?
Often, yes. Most states still let you recover something even if you were partly at fault, though the rules differ a lot by state. This is exactly the kind of question worth asking an attorney directly rather than guessing.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Every state sets its own deadline, called a statute of limitations, and it is usually a matter of a year or a few years, not decades. Waiting costs you real options, so do not sit on this.
Should I talk to the other driver's insurance company?
Be careful. Adjusters are trained to get you talking early, before you know the full extent of your injury or your bills. It is usually smarter to keep it brief, decline a recorded statement, and let an attorney handle the back and forth.
What if I do not have a lawyer yet and the insurance company already offered me money?
An early offer is almost always lower than what a fully documented claim is worth, because it is made before your medical treatment and lost wages are complete. Do not sign a release until an attorney has looked at it.
How much does a personal injury attorney cost?
Most personal injury attorneys work on contingency, meaning they only get paid a percentage if they win or settle your case, and it costs you nothing upfront. Ask any attorney you talk to about their exact fee structure before you sign anything.
What counts as a slip and fall claim?
Generally, a property owner who knew or should have known about a dangerous condition, like a wet floor with no sign or a broken step, and failed to fix or warn about it. Photos of the hazard and any witnesses matter a great deal here.
I was hurt at work. Is this a personal injury claim or a workers comp claim?
Usually workers compensation, which has its own separate process and does not require proving fault. Occasionally a third party, like a contractor or equipment maker, is also on the hook, which can open a personal injury claim alongside it. An attorney can sort out which applies.
What if the other driver did not have insurance?
Your own policy may have uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage that steps in. It is worth checking your policy and mentioning this to whichever attorney you get matched with.
Do I need a police report?
It helps a great deal, but its absence does not automatically end a claim. Photos, witness names, medical records and your own written account of what happened all still matter.
How long does a personal injury case usually take?
It depends heavily on how long your treatment takes and whether the case settles or goes to trial. Simple claims can resolve in months, more serious ones can take longer. An attorney can give you a realistic timeline once they know the details.
What if I already accepted a settlement offer?
Once you sign a release, the claim is usually closed for good, which is exactly why it matters to talk to an attorney before you sign, not after.
Can I still get matched if I already saw a doctor and I am healed?
Yes. Being finished with treatment does not close the door on a claim, and in some ways it makes the total cost of your injury clearer.
Is using this estimator the same as filing a claim?
No. It is just a free, private estimate. Nothing is filed anywhere, and no attorney is contacted, until you choose to join free and get matched.
How do I reach a real person about my claim?
Use the intake bot at /start right after your estimate, or join free and post in the community. A real person reviews every match request.
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