Assessing the Viability: What Factors Influence the Outcome of a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

If you have been injured in a car accident, you may be wondering about the factors that have a direct impact on how your personal injury lawsuit will be resolved. While the answer varies on a case by case basis, and there isn’t a single answer, there are certain contributing factors that you should take into consideration. These factors are often key to the outcome of your case and your ability to recover the compensation that you may be entitled to for your full medical and financial recovery. 

Factors That Impact The Outcome Of Your Case

Even though a lot of personal injury cases may appear similar, no two cases are exactly the same. Due to this fact, we examine each case thoroughly in order to give an educated prediction of its likelihood of success when it comes to damages and liability. Some of the factors that could affect the outcome of your case that we assess include:

• How severe your injuries are: The severity and extent of the injuries incurred in the accident directly correlates to the amount you’ll be able to recover in medical expenses as well as your ability to sue for non-economic damages like pain and suffering. In order to raise your likelihood of recovering the full amount you deserve, it’s imperative to stick to your doctor’s recommendations to the letter and have a thorough record of your injuries and their impact on your day-to-day life. That’s why it’s important to document – both through medical records of doctors appointments and your own photographic evidence – the ways your injuries hinder your life.
• Expert testimony: Having an expert or two on your side can be the make or break factor in your case, as they can explain and prove to the judge and jury the mechanics of the accident and your injuries. Plus, they can help you prepare against the impact of expert testimony the defense presents.
• Non-expert witnesses: Testimony from friends and family members can be crucial in illustrating damages and liability as well by painting a picture of how your life has changed due to your injuries.
• How you prove comparative fault: In Rhode Island there is pure comparative fault, which means that even if you are partially at fault for the accident, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries. However, the amount awarded goes down depending on the amount of fault that you are assigned, so preparing counter arguments is essential to getting the maximum amount.

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There are a range of factors that potentially may impact the way your personal injury case turns out. To navigate these factors, optimize the outcome, and minimize risk, you need to have a detailed game plan. An experienced personal injury lawyer will analyze your case, assess your potential outcomes, and help you lay this plan out. They will gather and evaluate evidence, talk to witnesses, and formulate persuasive legal arguments that will get you the optimal responses in court. Call Tapalian Law for a free initial consultation today.