Enterprise Rent-A-Car accident claims can settle for anywhere from $5,000 to $1,500,000 and above. Based on average settlements we have obtained for auto accident victims, $50,000 to $300,000 may be considered an average settlement range. However, each case involves different factors that play a role in the amount of compensation the victim is entitled to.
As the largest car rental company in the U.S, Enterprise offers car rental and other transportation services in over 7,600 locations around the world. Thus, it comes as no surprise that people contact Enterprise Rent-A-Car when they need a vehicle on a short-term basis.
There is always a possibility of injuries and accidents when you are in an automobile, including those you are renting from Enterprise. You may have been hit by someone else while driving a rental car, or you were harmed by a careless person that was in a car rented from Enterprise. As a victim of negligence, you may be eligible for monetary compensation. However, most people have little to no knowledge of how to file an insurance claim or lawsuit, which is why it’s important to contact a personal injury lawyer right away.
The legal team of Normandie can help you with any question regarding your rights as a victim of someone else’s negligence. These questions may include:
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How much is the value of a car accident case with Enterprise?
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What is the average settlement value if you file a claim against Enterprise?
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What factors are used to determine how much an Enterprise rental car injury claim is worth?
If you would like advice on a claim for injury or property damage with Enterprise Rent-A-Car, contact our law firm immediately. We have a team of rental car accident lawyers, who can meet with you for a free consultation. That way, you can learn more about your rights and legal options and make an informed decision on how to move forward with your life. We look forward to hearing your story and being a part of your journey to recovery.
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Do You Have What It Takes to Sue Enterprise?
In most car accidents, you would file a claim with your own insurance provider or the company that’s representing the driver at fault. However, rental car companies are not automatically liable for accidents that are caused by their customers, or injuries to people that rent one of their vehicles. So, if you are an Enterprise customer who was hurt in a car accident caused by someone else, you would file a claim directly against the negligent driver’s insurance company.
What is the procedure, however, if you were harmed by an individual that was driving a car rented from Enterprise? Can you sue Enterprise for medical expenses and other monetary damages?
To file an accident claim directly against Enterprise, the following must be true:
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The person that rented the car purchased optional liability coverage that is offered by Enterprise.
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Enterprise acted in negligence by allowing someone to rent a vehicle when they did not meet the company’s requirements.
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The accident was due to the company’s failure to maintain the car and make timely repairs, part replacements, etc.
Once you have established one or more of these factors and have proof to back up your allegations, you can go ahead with a car accident lawsuit against Enterprise. However, proving a case of liability by a car rental company can be extremely challenging, so it’s best to seek help from an experienced attorney.
Factors that Determine Settlement Values
Upon finding that you have grounds for a lawsuit against Enterprise, your thoughts will probably turn to the payment you are owed and how much you can ask for. The factors that impact car accident settlements vary somewhat from one case to another. However, the most crucial elements include:
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Your physical injuries
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Long-term complications to your health
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The impact of the accident on your psychological state
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Wages that you are unable to earn during the recovery
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If your ability to work is impaired, approximate value of future lost wages
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Value of property damage
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Policy limits, either under Enterprise’s insurance coverage or that of the other driver
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If more than one party is to blame for the accident
Without a doubt, the injuries you suffered is the most important variable. Some injuries are more serious than others in terms of the needed treatments, expected recovery time, and potential for disability and other severe complications. Permanent brain damage cases, for example, generally have 6 to 7 figure values, perhaps in the range of $250,000 to $2,000,000. On the other hand, if you have a torn ligament injury that will heal completely within a few months, the claim is likely to settle for $50,000 or less.
How long you will be out of work is another key factor, particularly if you are unable to work at all for weeks or months. For some people, they may need to find a different job altogether or give up working due to a permanent impairment. So, based on how much time you will lose from your job, an injury claim against Enterprise may be worth anywhere from $15,000 to over $1,000,000.
Finally, we have to consider the policy limits under the available insurance coverage. In some cases, the maximum coverage is not sufficient enough to cover the victim’s losses. Other avenues of legal action may be available to help you obtain additional compensation. This is one of many subjects you can explore with a member of our legal team during a free, private case review.
Available Damages from an Enterprise Car Accident Claim
Curiosity over the amount you can receive as a car accident victim is completely natural, but there is another important aspect that people tend to ignore. Instead of focusing on a lump sum, you must figure out the damages that you can claim and how much you are owed in each of these categories. Monetary damages that are available to car accident victims include:
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Current and future medical expenses
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Lost wages and job benefits (including lifetime wages for disabling injuries)
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Pain and suffering
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Emotional distress
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Damage to your vehicle and other property
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Punitive damages
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Legal fees
The damages are different for those whose family member passed away from a car accident. In this situation, loved ones can file a wrongful death compensation claim for the financial and emotional support that was taken away from them. This includes funeral expenses, loss of consortium, loss of income and benefits, and pain and suffering.
A thorough discussion on the payments you can seek from a lawsuit is essential to your physical and financial recovery. Reach out to today and seek help from a lawyer that specializes in rental car accident injury claims.
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When you join the Normandie family, you are protected by the Zero Fee Guarantee. What does that mean? We guarantee that you pay $0 if you decide to hire us, and you continue paying $0 for the entire duration of your case. The cost of legal services gets billed to the party you are suing, so that means our payment is issued as the same time as your settlement check. If we do not resolve the case in your favor, no worries – you owe us $0 in total, meaning you lose absolutely nothing.
It all starts with a free consultation to learn about your rights and legal options, which you can schedule by contacting our office.
