When there is a need to find a rental car, Budget USA is a choice that comes to many people’s minds. Budget USA began in the city of Los Angeles during the late 1950s and initially ran the business with only 10 cars. Because of their competitive rates, they quickly rose to prominence as an auto rental company with locations in over 150 countries.
No matter where you live or travel to, auto accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. If you had an accident in a rental car, the process of filing an insurance claim is not a straightforward matter. This is why most people hire an attorney to help them obtain compensation from the responsible party. Among the questions you have, one of them surely has to do with how much you can receive from an accident claim with Budget USA.
Frankly, there is no universal answer to the question: “How much is a car accident case against Budget rental company worth?” Car accident injury claims can start at around $5,000 to $10,000 if the injuries are minor and there is little to no property damage. If, on the other hand, the accident causes multiple, serious injuries that lead to permanent complications, the case value may be anywhere from $350,000 to over $1,000,000.
Knowing how much you stand to gain is essential to making important decisions, like whether you should accept a settlement or take your case to trial. For some people, it can make the difference between filing a lawsuit at all, and the legal strategy they choose to implement.
With all these elements to think about, consulting a personal injury lawyer is the best course of action if you were hurt in an accident involving a car rented from Budget USA. The legal team of Normandie is here to help, 24/7, so call us to schedule a free consultation.
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What Determines the Value of Your Claim?
So, we mentioned before that car accident claims against Budget USA can have values ranging from $5,000 to well over $1,000,000. If we were to narrow things down a bit further, we can say that most of the victims represented by us end up with anywhere from $50,000 to $350,000 for a car accident. Those who are left with paralysis, brain damage, and other disabling injuries usually obtain over $500,000. Surviving family members, meaning the victim died from a Budget USA rental car accident, are likely to receive $1,000,000 and above, though some cases of wrongful death can settle for under $500,000.
Why is there such a wide variation in case values for a single type of accident? Well, let’s take a look at the factors that influence the value of a car accident claim:
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The type and number of injuries sustained by the victim
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The severity and permanence of the injuries
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The impact of the accident on your ability to work (when can you return to work, are you able to work at all, etc.?)
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What are the monetary losses you suffered as a direct result on the accident?
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What is the amount of accident coverage provided by the other party’s insurance company (policy limits)?
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What is the value of property damage to your vehicle and other belongings?
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How has the accident and the resulting injuries affected your psychological state?
What Does It All Mean?
The previous section has probably given you a lot to think about, but how does it all relate to the amount you are entitled to from a lawsuit?
First and foremost, your physical injuries are the most relevant factor in any accident claim. It makes sense that the greater the injury, the more you will need in medical bills and other expenses. But you have to go beyond the initial injury and look at the complications you may end up with. It’s not unusual for one injury to manifest into other injuries, or for the victim to develop long-term health issues like chronic pain and permanent disfigurement. So, this is why getting medical care up until the point of maximum medical improvement (MMI) is so important.
Injuries, however, can be emotional in nature, and it’s very common for people to experience post-traumatic stress disorder after a car accident. Sleep disorders, panic attacks, and social phobia are just some of the psychological issues that can affect auto accident victims. This is why damages like pain and suffering and emotional distress play such a crucial role in many personal injury claims.
At the end of the day, there are many elements that must be examined before we can decide on the settlement value that’s right for you. An evaluation of your claim is the key to ensuring that you are properly compensated from a lawsuit against Budget USA. To schedule a free case review with one of our attorneys, contact us today.
Compensation for Those Injured in a Rental Car Accident
The dollar amount of a settlement is ultimately what counts when you are waiting to resolve an accident claim. But the process of coming up with a case value cannot happen without knowing the damages you are entitled to. By talking to a car accident attorney at Normandie Law Firm, you can determine your eligibility for some or all of these payments:
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Medical expenses for doctor’s appointments, surgeries, physical therapy, medications, etc.
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Lost wages for income you were unable to earn from your job, including loss of future income if you can no longer work
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Pain and suffering for the emotional and physical stress caused by the defendant’s negligence
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Property damage, including the cost of fixing or replacing your car
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Punitive damages if a jury rules in your favor and finds that the defendant’s actions were exceptionally careless / harmful.
Compensation for a Wrongful Death Claim
A wrongful death lawsuit does not compensate the injured victim. Instead, this is a legal action filed by the spouse or a close family member upon the victim’s death. So, the compensation owed by the defendant is different than what you would normally expect from a personal injury case. Damages that may be recovered for the death of a loved one include:
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Funeral expenses
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Pain and suffering
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Loss of income and benefits associated with the deceased
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Value of medical care up until the date of death
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Loss of consortium
Contact Normandie Law Firm
Renting a car can come with unexpected consequences, like a car accident that causes harm to one or more individuals. If you were injured by someone else’s negligence or misconduct, you have the right to seek justice in the form of monetary compensation.
Here at Normandie, our goal is to provide you with highest quality legal services, while ensuring that your finances are not impacted any more than they already are. With that in mind, we promise that the out of pocket cost to you is $0. All payment is collected from your settlement award, so if you don’t get paid from a Budget USA accident claim, neither do we.
Contact our office as soon as possible and learn about your rights and legal options during a free consultation.
