Claim value reflects medical expenses, future care, lost income, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering. The more serious and lasting the injury, the higher the value.
The Building Blocks of Value
Factors That Raise or Lower Value
Clear liability, strong documentation, and available insurance increase value. Wisconsin follows modified comparative negligence under Wis. Stat. § 895.045 — you can recover as long as you are not more than 51% at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of responsibility. so any fault assigned to you reduces it.
Why Early Settlements Shortchange You
Settling before you know your long-term prognosis can leave future costs unpaid. Once you sign a release, the claim is closed for good.
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