ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Episode Summary:
In this episode, attorney Michael Kopsick breaks down the critical role of medical bills in personal injury claims. He explains practical ways to handle and pay medical expenses early on, the impact of health insurance and liens, how bills affect case value and settlement negotiations, and key considerations for admissibility and presentation of medical bills at trial—including the differences between paid and unpaid bills, reasonableness, and defense challenges.
Key Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:30 – Options for Paying Medical Bills Early in a Case
04:00 – Using Health Insurance & Making Minimum Payments
06:30 – Medical Liens: Front-End vs. Back-End Pressures
09:00 – Do Higher Medical Bills Mean Higher Case Value?
11:45 – Paid vs. Unpaid Bills & Admissibility at Trial
14:00 – Usual & Customary Charges + Expert Testimony
16:00 – Defense Expert Arguments on Treatment & Billing
17:00 – Evaluating Settlements: Net Recovery vs. Case Value
About the Show:
*Off the Record* provides in-depth discussions on personal injury litigation, offering valuable insights into the legal intricacies of handling such cases. Join attorney Michael Kopsick as he shares his expertise and experiences in the realm of personal injury law.
