Here’s a hard truth:
You could win your personal injury case and still walk away broke.
It happens more often than people think. You suffer an injury, the at-fault party is clearly responsible, your medical bills pile up, and just when it seems like justice is coming, your settlement hits a wall.
That wall is called the policy limit. And for thousands of injury victims every year, it becomes the point where justice stops, even when the damage doesn’t.
This article sheds light on what most people never get told — policy limits can make or break your injury case before you even know what they are. And they’re rarely in your favor.
What Policy Limits Really Mean
Policy limits are the maximum amount an insurance company will pay out for a claim.
They’re written into every auto or liability insurance policy and typically show up in three amounts:
- Per person limit – the max paid for one injured person
- Per accident limit – the total available for everyone injured in the same accident
- Property damage limit – the maximum to repair or replace damaged property
Here’s the problem, most drivers carry only the state minimum coverage, which can be shockingly low. For example, in California, the minimum coverage is just $15,000 for property damage, $30,000 per person for bodily injury, and a total of $60,000 for bodily injury to more than one person in an accident. That won’t even cover a one-night hospital stay in many cases.
Why? Because it’s cheaper for them, not for you.
The bottom line is that the law doesn’t require enough coverage to protect you. It only requires enough to satisfy the minimum financial responsibility.
Why the Insurance Limit Becomes the Payout Limit
Even if your injuries are severe, insurance companies use policy limits as a ceiling, not a starting point.
Here’s how:
- They offer quick, low settlements before victims understand the full value of their case.
- Many people accept less because they think it’s the best they can get.
- Insurers frame the limit as “all there is” when, in fact, there may be other ways to fight for more.
Meanwhile, you’re left to deal with:
- Unpaid medical bills
- Long-term care expenses
- Financial stress that can lead to debt or bankruptcy
The moment an adjuster hears your injuries exceed their limit, they’ll want to close the case fast before you realize how bad it really is.
Exposing Hidden Policy Limits — Here’s How
Here’s another kicker: Insurance companies aren’t obligated to reveal policy limits right away.
They often hold back, making it tougher to negotiate or settle a case quickly. This delay can hurt you by:
- Dragging out the case
- Preventing realistic settlement talks
- Putting financial pressure on you to settle prematurely
To compel disclosure, skilled attorneys use demand letters or formal discovery requests. If the at-fault party or their insurer refuses to answer questions about policy limits, it signals a potential issue.
Tip to remember:
Ask this early: “What’s the at-fault party’s insurance coverage?”
The Legal Catch: Even If You Win, the Policy Still Wins
Technically, you can sue for more than the policy allows. But collecting anything beyond that is a whole other battle.
Here’s why:
- Most people don’t have assets worth pursuing after their insurance maxes out.
- Umbrella policies (which provide extra coverage) are rare.
- You could try a bad faith lawsuit against the insurer — but that’s time-consuming, costly, and never guaranteed.
The truth? The legal system is built to protect insurance companies, not injured victims.
Policy Limits Hit? Here’s the Next Move
So what happens when the policy maxes out but your medical bills don’t?
You’re left stuck. Often, victims face:
- Mounting bills with no way to pay
- Credit denials or loan rejections
- Pressure to take unfair offers just to survive
This is where Fund Capital America’s legal funding steps in. It’s not a loan, it’s a non-recourse cash advance based on the strength of your case. You only repay it if you win.
What You Should Know
If you’re dealing with an injury claim, don’t assume the insurance company will play fair.
Remember to:
- Ask tough questions early, especially about coverage
- Work with experienced legal counsel who knows how to uncover the truth
- Get funding help when needed, so you’re not forced to settle short
Policy limits don’t have to be the end of your case. With the right support, they’re just the beginning.
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Since 2006, Fund Capital America (FCA) has been a trusted leader in pre-settlement funding, providing cash advance loans to plaintiffs in personal injury and accident cases. Over the years, FCA has proudly served thousands of law firms and tens of thousands of clients, helping them navigate the financial challenges of litigation. While our core service is pre-settlement funding, we also offer a comprehensive range of services to support law firms and their clients from the beginning of the case to the final settlement check distribution.
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