Accounting for Future Medical Expenses in a New Hampshire Injury Claim

Why Future Costs Matter

For serious injuries, the medical bills you've already received may be a fraction of what's coming. Surgeries, ongoing therapy, future procedures, medications, and assistive equipment can add up over a lifetime. A settlement that covers only today's bills can leave you paying for the crash for years.

Projecting Future Care

Estimating future medical costs requires medical experts who can describe the likely course of treatment and economists who can value it over time. For catastrophic injuries, a life-care plan lays out the anticipated needs and costs across the person's lifetime.

The Danger of Settling Early

Because you can't reopen a settled claim, accepting an offer before your prognosis is clear is one of the most costly mistakes an injury victim can make. Insurers know this and sometimes push for quick settlements precisely to avoid paying future costs.

Getting It Right

An experienced attorney won't rush to settle a serious claim until the long-term picture is clear and properly valued. That patience protects you from absorbing future costs the at-fault party should bear.