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Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

Is It Worth Claiming for Whiplash?

Though most whiplash lawsuits are settled far before trial, a victim's best chance of winning a settlement offer may be to file a lawsuit.

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Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

Can You Sue for Emotional Distress?

The short answer is that after being involved in an automobile accident, a victim can claim emotional distress.

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How Do Insurance Companies Determine Settlement Amounts?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

How Do Insurance Companies Determine Settlement Amounts?

The amount of a settlement is determined by three factors: responsibility, damages, and the conditions of the insurance policy.

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How Do I Get the Most Money from a Car Accident?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

How Do I Get the Most Money from a Car Accident?

Victims who want to get all the money they can from an accident should not accept any kind of settlement from the negligent party.

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How Do You Win a Pain and Suffering Case?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

How Do You Win a Pain and Suffering Case?

To win, the plaintiff must prove that they have gone through a lot of pain and suffering and that they need the money to recover.

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How Do You Counter-Offer a Car Accident Settlement?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

How Do You Counter-Offer a Car Accident Settlement?

Car accident victims must be ready to make a counter-offer after they receive an unfair initial one from an insurance company.

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Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

Is It Better to Settle or Go to Trial?

Instead of thinking one option is better than the other, it’s better to analyze the situation in which you should pick one or the other.

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Can I Settle Car Damage Without Insurance?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

Can I Settle Car Damage Without Insurance?

Not involving the insurance can be full of pitfalls, but it makes the whole procedure a less expensive nuisance if done correctly.

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How Long Do Car Accident Settlements Take?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

How Long Do Car Accident Settlements Take?

It can take an insurance company anywhere from a couple of weeks to months or years to pay out an accident settlement.

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Do You Call Your Insurance if Someone Hits You?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

Do You Call Your Insurance if Someone Hits You?

Despite the circumstances, whether a person is at fault or not, they must always call their insurance company after an accident

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What Should Not Say to Your Insurance Company After an Accident?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

What Should Not Say to Your Insurance Company After an Accident?

All conversations with an insurance company should be handled strategically to avoid unnecessary delays.

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How Victims Can Claim If Someone Hits Their Car

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

How Victims Can Claim If Someone Hits Their Car

If someone hits another person’s car, they must notify their insurance company to begin the claims process for the victim.

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How Much Is a Broken Neck Worth in a Car Accident?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

How Much Is a Broken Neck Worth in a Car Accident?

The compensation that a victim receives is determined by many factors, and each case is different, with its unique set of circumstances.

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How Much Is a Rear-end Collision Settlement Worth?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

How Much Is a Rear-end Collision Settlement Worth?

Settlement amounts vary according to the context, the unique circumstances surrounding the accident, and the degree of damage.

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What Is the Average Payout for Back Injury?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

What Is the Average Payout for Back Injury?

Several factors can influence how much money an injured party may receive in compensation for a back injury in a car accident.

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Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

What to Do With a $100,000 Settlement

Because settlements often include future damages or expenses, clients need to carefully consider how their settlement money is used.

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What Is the Minimum Payout for Whiplash?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

What Is the Minimum Payout for Whiplash?

The minimum payout for whiplash is around $750, although there is no official bottom-line figure.

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Do Lawyers Lie about Car Accident Settlements?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

Do Lawyers Lie about Car Accident Settlements?

It is not allowed legally for a lawyer to misinform a client for any reason, so no, a lawyer cannot lie about a settlement offer.

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Do Insurance Companies Automatically Pay for Pain and Suffering?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

Do Insurance Companies Automatically Pay for Pain and Suffering?

There is no standard or automatic calculation method for pain and suffering from insurance companies after an accident.

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What Is a Fair Settlement for Pain and Suffering?

Kenneth Powell

Nov 19, 20213 min read

What Is a Fair Settlement for Pain and Suffering?

If the victim doesn't know the cost of pain and suffering, they can contact a personal injury lawyer from the Powell Law Firm.

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