it all depends on how big his policy was... i wouldn't say he is going to be walking away with some 40k+ in cash where he could get the nismo in cash.

Guys ill be honest, Even if I get only like 10-15k ill be super happy, but at the same time this guy literally tried to murder me and took my car from me. So I dont feel like a greedy ******* for wanting more for this. Is that wrong?

I hear stories of people suing others for silly things like slipping and falling and getting lots of $ compensation.

none of us here can tell you what will exactly play out, but no you aren't in the wrong for wanting more money.

people do sue for slipping, things being too hot, etc. but those are business's they usually sue or home owners. For example, we rented out a house, a guy fell down the stairs and sued us (our home insurance) and got $100,000. Another example is if a 18 wheeler were to hit you they are usually insured for a million. So it all depends where the accident occurred, who hit you, how much their policy is, etc.

So basically if this dude has some crappy insurance that is liability I wont get much of anything? And I could even end up owing $ on medical stuff?

i don't know anyone that has had that happen to them yet. You won't owe anything, i was just saying i don't think you will get enough money where you can buy a new nismo in cash as someone stated previously.

Oh lol I didnt expect too haha I mean that would be badass! But ill make sure to keep this updated as this case continues, thanks for the advice/help =)

My 2 cents worth.

- The only person who will come out on top is the lawyer.
- If the dude's insurance sucked, I doubt they will just pay whatever amount your medical bills come to (Much less pain and suffering). They are in the business to make money (just like your lawyer).
- If the dude's insurance sucked, it could take a long time to see any money. In the meantime you will STILL have to pay medical bills etc. if your personal insurance won't cover it.

Personally, I would not lie about anything or take any unnecessary tests. If you think the insurance company lawyers don't know the tricks and ways people lie or where to look to find evidence of fraud (like lying) you are mistaken. Again, they (the insurance company's lawyers) are there to make sure they pay as LITTLE AS POSSIBLE or delay it as long as they can. Yes, there are big settlements and there are lots that aren't or take forever in court. Yes, you should be compensated fairly (money for loss of car, loss of work, stress/pain/etc) and your necessary medical bills handled. Just don't get greedy and wind up in a deeper hole than you can get out of.

James

additionally, if you are suing, i would never say i feel better to anyone and then get more tests and stuff done. you never know who is watching / investigating you.

You guys will prolly think im BS'ing here but im eating pei wei for lunch and my fortune cookie I just opened says

"Remember one month from this date. Good things are coming!" Interesting.

And the feeling better was in relation to the week I was in the hospital, I mean its true. Im in better condition. But nowhere near the condition I was prior to the accident, thats for sure (emotionally, physically, financially etc.)

no, i think your fortune cookie is bs because the settlement can take months and months lol

True, Ill just keep my hopes up! For "any" good news.

because it shows how much damage is done and what your compensation for the future will be. also lawyers have mortgages too...;)

try to find out what the other drivers policy cover first, and have your lawyer find out how much he is worth, in assets. then pursue every cent that fvcker owns for trying to kill you with his car

My bad luck streak continues. I was riding my bike to work at 6am and almost got hit by a car pulling out to the street and I fell and hurt my ankle and messed the bike I just spent $310 on up.

screw bad luck bryan... need to make a meme out of you lol... fast recoveries