How Much is My Case Worth? Breaking Down the Factors That Determine Your Settlement

Episode Summary:

Attorney Josh Moody discusses the complex factors that determine personal injury case values. He explains why the common question "What's my case worth?" doesn't have a simple answer, covering topics from economic damages to pain and suffering, insurance company evaluations, and the importance of proper medical documentation.

 

Key Timestamps:

00:04 - Show Introduction

00:19 - Episode topic introduction and host welcome

00:54 - Why "it depends" is the common answer for case values

02:32 - Discussion of economic vs non-economic damages

05:26 - Cases where injuries appear severe but settlements are lower

06:38 - Examples of less severe injuries resulting in higher settlements

08:27 - How insurance companies evaluate claims

09:39 - Major factors impacting case value

11:50 - Impact of medical documentation on case value

12:57 - Discussion of legal fees and contingency arrangements

 

About The Show:

The Moody Lawyer features attorney Josh Moody, who brings a unique perspective to legal matters through his background in law enforcement and comprehensive legal career spanning criminal justice, personal injury, and civil matters. Hosted by Kevin Rosenquist, the show delivers practical legal insights with experience and integrity.