Instead of chasing a single number, build an estimate around categories insurers expect to see supported.
1) Medical care (past and projected)
For spinal cord injuries, value often hinges on how treatment evolves—hospital care, surgeries, imaging, rehabilitation, therapy frequency, and durable medical equipment.
Ask yourself: Are your current records showing the full picture of what your body needs next? If not, your estimate may be artificially low.
2) Lost income and reduced earning ability
This isn’t only “wages missed.” In many serious injury cases, the question becomes whether the injury affects your ability to return to your prior role or work at the same capacity.
3) In-home and mobility-related expenses
Many Ivins families end up spending on practical changes—assistance, transportation, home modifications, and adaptive equipment. These costs may not fit neatly into a simple spreadsheet, but they often matter for valuation.
4) Pain, emotional impact, and daily-life limitations
Non-economic damages are where claims can either be taken seriously or dismissed as vague. The difference is usually documentation: consistent medical notes, functional descriptions, and evidence that ties symptoms to the injury.