Hello all!
I’m ready to settle a claim. Everything is going to be paid for- repairs, hospital bills, chiropractor, etc. However, I have to negotiate the amount I get back for pain and suffering.
Back a few years ago, I got Whiplash but didn’t have to go to the chiropractor and got only $500 for my pain and suffering…
With this accident, I had to go approximately 12-15 times. So, I’m wondering what my state maximum might be for my case.
Ohio may or may not have a cap on what you can receive for pain and suffering. Some states do; some don’t. But whatever you do talk to a lawyer! This is vital … unless you’re willing to settle for far less than what you should get … cap or no cap.
An injury lawyer won’t charge you anything for information and will probably represent you without any money up front. If you learned anything from your past experience you will talk to an injury lawyer. Most will charge you only if you win. Flip open the Yellow Pages … they’ve got scads of ads. Sure, they’ll take a percentage of your award … that’s how they make their money. But you’ll be much better off!
BTW, I’m not a lawyer. Wish you the best!