How much money would I receive from a negligence claim from insurance company ?

A plethora of factors go into putting a number on a case, so best to retain a local personal injury lawyer to investigate and evaluate. has a great lawyer finder tool to locate an attorney close to your home.

No one on this site can answer your question. You are asking a question accident victims who try to represent themselves often ask on . You suffered a serious injury. You say the insurance carrier has accepted liability. If you want to get the maximum settlement amount possible, do yourself a favor and consult with a personal injury lawyer in your area. As Abe Lincoln famously said, "He who represents himself has a fool for a client." Studies have shown accident victims who are represented end up with more money than those who are not... even after the attorney's fee is taken into account!

The insurance company will likely offer to pay your medical expenses, lost wages, and a little something for your trouble. You can try to negotiate more, but they generally will not do more. Once you have an attorney, the potential for going to court goes up tremendously and they are more likely to open up the purse strings. I've seen it many times. David

Depending on the specific circumstances, you could receive compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages due to the accident, and for any permanent injury resulting from the accident. Under certain circumstances you may receive a punitive damage award if the case is tried. I would encourage you to talk to an attorney prior to agreeing on any settlement with the insurance company. An attorney can evaluate the many factors involved in making sure a settlement is fair for you. Your best interest need to be taken into account and your rights protected.