of personal injury claims are settled before they go to trial? Where can I check the figures out? They have not admitted liability yet. I fractrured my skull at work on a fire escape we had to use due to renovations, several building regs were broken.
2007-03-17 23:49:20 · 2 answers · asked by mia 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I cannot answer on usa laws but in aust personal claims are settled some 80 %, for about 60% to 80% of what you would get in court, ( saves you some costs) but work related injury's bring about a hefty fine as well as settlement, so they are more keen to settle before it comes to court!
2007-03-18 00:11:07 · answer #1 · answered by raymondo C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your case is one you better consult a lawyer in your area on. Each state has differing percentages of out-of-court settlements. If you can prove the injury was caused by an unsafe fire escape, you will likely want to go after to owner of the building.
I do not recommend suing your employer unless absolutely necessary.
Reguardless, consult a lawyer and let the lawyer get you best deal possible, even if they take a percentage.
2007-03-18 07:02:15 · answer #2 · answered by Kevin k 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋