Louisiana Personal Injury Settlement Amounts Examples [2024 Updated]

Personal injury settlements can vary based on your damages, the abilities of your legal support, and the evidence proving who was at fault. Settlements are more common than in-court verdicts, but court verdicts can result in more compensation. Understanding Louisiana personal injury settlement amount examples and the factors that influence them can help you understand the potential value of your own claim.

Examples of Settlements at Murphy Law Firm

Murphy Law Firm fights diligently for the rights and financial interests of those who are injured because of the negligence of another party. Looking at some of our firm’s successes can show some of the significant settlements and verdicts for severe personal injury claims. The damages in these cases are dependent on the severity of a person’s losses. Every case is unique, and no prior settlement or verdict can guarantee a result.

At Murphy Law Firm, we have secured some of the following results in personal injury cases:

• $18.9 million in a car accident jury verdict for multiple injured individuals, including an individual with a traumatic brain injury
• $3.3 million in a car accident settlement wrongful death claim
• $12.5 million for a mesothelioma claim filed by two individuals due to refinery employment asbestos exposure
• $9.5 million for a mesothelioma claim filed by two refinery workers for asbestos exposure
• $3.8 million in a truck accident wrongful death settlement

Our team is committed to advocating for the maximum compensation available in any case. Even if your damages seem less severe, you should not hesitate to get the recovery you deserve. Our team can help you determine the value of your claim, whether it involves common types of personal injury cases such as car accidents, slip and falls, or rideshare accidents.

What Factors Impact a Personal Injury Settlement’s Value?

There are several factors about your unique case that will influence the value of your settlement. An attorney can provide you with a more accurate estimate based on your unique situation. Influencing factors include:

• • The severity of your injuries. This is one of the primary factors influencing your settlement amount because your settlement is proportional to the damages you sustained. More severe injuries can result in higher medical bills for treatment and long-term care, which will impact your ability to work and earn and often result in higher pain and suffering damages due to personal trauma. Each of these losses increases the total value of a settlement. Less serious injuries can result in fewer costs and losses.
  • Supportive evidence. Gathering evidence includes proof of which party was at fault and proof of the damages you sustained. Strong evidence will make it easier to secure a fair settlement.
  • Partial fault. If you were partially to blame for the accident, you may still be able to recover compensation in Louisiana. However, it may reduce the amount. Your total damages will be reduced by the percentage the court finds you at fault.
  • Your legal support. Working with legal support will likely improve your settlement. An attorney knows how to calculate your damages and will not accept a settlement that doesn’t cover these losses. Your attorney can also uncover more supportive evidence and help prove that you were not at fault or were less at fault than the other party claims. This can increase the settlement or verdict you end up with. Working with an attorney who has a reputation for being unafraid to take cases to court also increases the chances of receiving a higher settlement outside of court.
    • The insurance coverage limits. When you’re filing your claim against an individual’s or company’s insurance policy, you are constrained by their insurance coverage limits.
    • Negotiation or trial. Your case can be settled through negotiation or by taking the claim to a jury or judge trial. Trial cases take longer to resolve but may be necessary if the at-fault party refuses to agree to a fair settlement outside of court. You may be able to receive significantly more in damages as long as you can prove liability.

FAQs

What Is the Average Personal Injury Settlement in Louisiana?

There is no average personal injury settlement in Louisiana because every claim is unique and will result in a unique settlement. Less severe injuries are likely to result in lower settlements because their medical treatment is usually lower in cost, and you do not need as much time to recover. Your settlement is also reliant on:

• • • Your attorney’s skill
    • Your percentage fault
    • If the case goes to court
    • The supportive evidence in your case
    • Insurance policy limits

How Much Are Most Personal Injury Settlements?

How much a personal injury settlement is depends on the specific damages sustained. This includes damages such as:

• • • Past and future medical bills
    • Long-term care and services
    • Lost income
    • Lost earning capacity
    • Property damage
    • Pain and suffering
    • Loss of enjoyment of life
    • Disfigurement

These are all compensatory damages, and more serious injuries result in higher losses and more substantial compensatory damages. In specific situations, you may also be able to recover punitive damages called exemplary damages in Louisiana.

How Is Pain and Suffering Calculated in Louisiana?

There are different ways that pain and suffering damages can be calculated in Louisiana, depending on the severity of your injuries. Pain and suffering damages are intangible but are assigned a value for the purposes of a personal injury claim. These damages will likely be higher the longer your recovery time is and the more significantly the injuries affect your day-to-day life and your future.

An attorney is essential to accurately and fairly calculate these losses while maximizing your compensation.

Do I Need an Attorney for a Personal Injury Case?

An attorney is beneficial in a personal injury case, although you are not required to work with one. Personal injury cases can be legally complex, and navigating them while injured is not advised. You are likely to recover the maximum compensation available when you work with an attorney. They can investigate the accident, determine fault, gather evidence, and craft a strong legal case. They can take your case to court and represent you if a settlement cannot be reached, all while adhering to the law of Louisiana.

Get Skilled Legal Representation for Personal Injury Claims

Dealing with a personal injury is never easy. Let Murphy Law Firm help you during this time. Contact our firm today.