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What Is My Case Worth?
Answer a few questions about your injury and damages. We'll give you an estimated settlement range based on real NYC personal injury outcomes.
What type of injury did you sustain?
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How NYC Injury Settlements Are Calculated
Personal injury settlements in New York are generally composed of two categories: special damages and general damages.
Special damages are your out-of-pocket economic losses — medical bills, future treatment costs, lost wages, and other expenses directly caused by the accident. These are relatively straightforward to calculate.
General damages (pain and suffering) are more subjective and typically calculated using a multiplier applied to your medical bills. The multiplier ranges from about 1.5x for minor soft tissue injuries to 10x or more for catastrophic injuries like traumatic brain injury or spinal cord damage.
New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule — meaning your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you were 25% at fault, your settlement is reduced by 25%.
Statute of limitations reminder
You generally have 3 years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in New York. Claims against city or government vehicles may require a Notice of Claim within 90 days. Don't wait.