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There is no way to predict with accuracy how much you could receive in your accident claim-every case is unique. There are, however, certain guidelines which can be used to estimate how much you have a right to claim. Your settlement can include full compensation for all your medical expenses and for your lost income and reduced future earning power, as well as damages for the pain, suffering and mental anguish you have been forced to experience. Our firm enjoys the distinction of winning one of the largest verdicts in the history of Alabama, a $21 million verdict for our client. We cannot guarantee results in any case, but when you meet with us for a free consultation we can help you determine how much your case may be worth.

Social Security Disability provides benefits for individuals with injuries or illnesses which make it impossible for them to work for at least a year or which are expected to be fatal. Provided that you have worked for a long enough period at a job where your wages were subject to the Social Security payroll tax, you may be eligible for disability benefits. Approximately two-thirds of claims are initially denied, and it can take months or years to successfully navigate the appeals process.

Keep detailed records of any type of expense you have incurred as a result of your accident, including medical bills, mileage to and from the doctor and time missed at work. You should additionally take notes or even keep a journal to document the effect your injury has had on you, with the goal of providing ample evidence of your symptoms and how they have affected your ability to go about your normal routine and enjoy your life. You should also avoid speaking with anyone from the insurance company.