The settlement value of an accident claim against Dollar Rent A Car can be anywhere from $5,000 to $1,000,000 and above. While there is no singular amount that we would describe as average, the majority of clients that were represented by our law firm receive between $50,000 and $350,000 for an auto accident claim for moderate to serious injuries, and between $500,000 and $2,500,000 for severe injuries that cause disability. Clients who are suing for wrongful death, meaning their family member died in a rental car accident, can end up with settlements that exceed $1,000,000.
About Dollar Rent A Car
Founded in 1966 in Los Angeles, Dollar Rent A Car is a car rental company that opened under the name “Dollar A Day Rent A Car.” As the name implies, it offered auto rentals for a cheap, flat rate, and this was the key to the company’s success over the years. Now, Dollar rentals can be found in 570 locations in over 60 countries worldwide.
There are numerous reasons to rent a car, but one thing that never crosses your mind is what you will do in the event of an accident. Of course, there is an inherent degree of risk when you choose to operate a motor vehicle. You are also at risk of being injured by a car if you are a pedestrian walking along a street or parking lot. Still, you expect that your experience with a rental car will be relatively uneventful.
As a car accident victim, you may have filed an insurance claim with Dollar Rent A Car. At this point, you may still be in recovery from one or more injuries, or you are in the midst of settlement negotiations. Regardless of how far you are with an accident claim, you are likely to have questions about how much you can receive in monetary compensation.
The attorneys of Normandie are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please get in touch if you need help with any issues regarding your case, including the amount you can receive from an insurance claim or lawsuit against Dollar rental car company.
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How Much is a Car Accident Case against Dollar Rental Company Worth?
On the lower end, Dollar car rental claims may be worth a few thousand dollars. If the victims dies as a result of the accident or ends up with permanent, disabling health issues, a settlement may be in the multi-million dollar range.
It’s essential to have a sense of the amount you can recover as an accident victim. Far too often, people are cheated out of the funds they rightfully deserve, as they feel pressured to accept whatever they are offered by the insurance company. The average accident victim also has little to no awareness of the payments they can ask for, and this is another reason claimants tend to accept low settlement offers.
Ultimately, the choice to accept any settlement or take further actions, like filing a lawsuit, is completely in your hands. Our goal is to offer advice and guidance and help you make the choice that’s in your best interest.
What Affects the Value of Your Dollar Rental Accident Claim?
How are the details of your claim relevant to what your case is worth? The answer to this question will vary somewhat from one claimant to another. However, there are certain elements that are common to any personal injury claim, and these are the factors that play a major role in how your case value is determined. Factors that impact the value of a rental car accident settlement include:
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The specific injuries that resulted from the accident
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The severity of injury and whether you will have long-term complications
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The estimated value of damage to your car and other property
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How your injuries affect your livelihood, i.e., your ability to perform your job duties
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The policy limit for bodily injury and property damage of the defendant’s insurance plan
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If more than one party is to blame for the accident (split liability)
These topics are complex enough on their own, but there may be other issues that you’ll have to consider in order to come up with a case value. This is why it’s important to seek help from a lawyer with experience in car rental accident claims.
Monetary Damages for Car Accident Victims
Financial recovery is the whole point of filing an insurance claim with Dollar Car Rental or any other company. That’s why people focus on a specific amount when it comes to the payments they can receive after an auto accident. But this is just one part of the equation, as you must also understand the damages that apply to your situation. So, let’s take a look at the categories of compensation that you may qualify to receive:
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Current and future medical costs, including mental health counseling
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Lost wages, including loss of future income depending on the severity of your injuries
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Compensation for mental / psychological distress (pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, etc.)
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Property damage
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Punitive damages
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Legal fees
Some of our clients are seeking compensation for the death of a loved one rather than injuries to themselves. If you are eligible for a wrongful death lawsuit, we can help you obtain funeral expenses, loss of consortium, and other damages that can help you move forward with life in a positive direction. For a detailed explanation of the compensation that is available to you, don’t hesitate to give us a call.
The Zero Fee Guarantee
Renting a motor vehicle comes with consequences you normally don’t think about, like an accident that results in serious harm and suffering. If the incident was due to negligent or reckless conduct by someone else, we can help you obtain compensation from the party at fault.
The attorneys of Normandie wish to provide you with exceptional legal services, but not at the cost of further damage to your finances. That’s why we operate under the Zero Fee Guarantee, a policy that allows you to hire us on contingency. Legal fees are deducted as a percentage of your settlement, so if we don’t recover your payment, you owe us $0.
We look forward to advising you of your rights and legal options during a free case review, so contact our office today.
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