How much to expect from a settlement for this?

Question

Back in 2005 I got a severe eye ulcer from the contact solution Renu that was recalled. I've had my case going on for about 2 years, and today got a call that they were sending my information and is getting reviewed for a settlement. I missed about 3 months of school, severe pain and suffering for 3 months, and corneal scarring from this. Never dont this and not sure what to expect.

Answer 1

You have not given enough information to properly answer this question.  What is the result of the scarring on the eye.  If it is causing you a problem your case could be worth alot of money.

I strongly suggest that you contact a few personal injury lawyers.  Although I am one, I have no idea what the value of your case is.  First, it would depend on the county you are in.  For example, in NY, a case could go for $30k, but the exact same case could go for $150k in the Bronx.  Since I have never had such a case, I would research jury verdict reporters to see what juriies have given for such types of cases before putting a number on it.

You do not have to take what they offer if you do not like it.  If you do not have a lawyer, I would assume that they are offering you less than 1/2 of what they think that it is worth.  

Be advised that there is a statute of limitations, so you really should call a lawyer asap and file a lawsuite to preserve your rights if you are coming up on the statute.  

Answer 2

Only your attorney can answer this question and hopefully you have one.    You should post this under law or a different category.

Answer 3

So, do you have any permanent vision loss?  If not, you'll be lucky to get medica bills.   Missing school isn't compensable.