If you get hurt in some kind of accident and someone else is to blame, they should be the one paying for your medical treatments. And they should not just be responsible for paying the initial medical bills. If you are going to continue to need treatments, then you should be compensated for those future medical expenses as well. A Nueces County, Texas personal injury lawyer can help you fight for a fair settlement.
What Kinds of Future Medical Expenses Can Be a Factor?
Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may not be completely recovered by the time your case gets settled. If you are going to need additional treatments, your compensation should reflect that. It should not just reimburse you for past medical expenses.
A plaintiff could encounter all kinds of expenses after a case has concluded. They may have to pay for:
- Prescription medications
- Surgeries
- Follow-up visits
- Physical therapy
- Mental health counseling
- Home health care aides
- Assistive devices, like wheelchairs
These medical expenses can all add up quickly, but they probably won’t even be the only expenses you need to deal with. Some of our clients have had to modify their homes, adding wheelchair ramps and other accessibility upgrades. Then you have to think about the cost of running back and forth to all of these appointments. This should all be considered when compensation is calculated.
How Can Attorneys Calculate Future Medical Expenses?
Lawyers can try to estimate future medical expenses in a few ways. If a client only needs a few more treatments before they are healthy again, then the cost of each needed procedure can be added up and asked for during negotiations.
If the client’s injuries are potentially life-changing, then that can make it harder to estimate damages. Your lawyer can work with experts, like doctors and lifecare planning experts, who can help determine what kinds of treatment you’ll need, how inflation could affect the costs of treatments, and what can be done to help you get as close to possible to your level of functioning before the accident.
Is It Difficult to Secure These Expenses as a Part of a Settlement?
It can be harder to get insurers to pay out for future medical expenses. There can be arguments over estimated costs or what kinds of treatments you actually need. Your lawyer will fight for you though, and back up their claims and calculations with evidence. We are ready to help you reach a fair settlement.
Ask About Our Free Case Consultations
When you are ready to learn more about your legal options, contact Sahadi Legal Group. We can schedule a free consultation and tell you more about what our seasoned personal injury lawyers can do to help you win the compensation you deserve.
