Personal Injury Settlement Calculator
Rough settlement range for a personal-injury claim — medicals, lost wages, and pain/suffering.
Estimated gross settlement
$60,500
- Economic damages
- $23,000
- Pain & suffering
- $37,500
- Your fault reduction
- −$0
- After 33% attorney fee
- $40,535
This is a rough estimate using the multiplier method most insurers and attorneys start with. Actual settlements depend heavily on jurisdiction, documentation, liability clarity, insurance limits, and negotiation. Always consult a licensed personal-injury attorney for your case.
About this calc
A starting estimate for a personal-injury settlement. Uses the common multiplier method (1.5-5x medical costs for pain & suffering, plus lost wages). This is not legal advice — always consult an attorney.
FAQ
- What is the multiplier method?
- It multiplies your medical costs by 1.5-5 to estimate pain & suffering damages, then adds economic damages (medicals, wages, property). Insurers and attorneys use it as a starting point in negotiation.
- What multiplier applies to my case?
- Minor injuries (soft tissue, full recovery): 1.5-2. Moderate (broken bones): 2-3. Serious (surgery, long recovery): 3-4. Severe (permanent impairment): 4-5+. The attorney will argue for a higher multiplier; insurers argue for lower.
- Will I get the full amount?
- No. Attorney contingency fees are typically 33% (40% if the case goes to trial). Medical liens, case costs, and your share of fault in comparative-fault states also reduce the net.
- Is this legal advice?
- No. Calchy is an informational tool. Real settlements depend on jurisdiction, facts, insurance limits, and attorney skill. Always consult a licensed personal-injury attorney for your case.