Crime Victim Questions · Answered

How Much Can I Sue For Being Shot?

There is no fixed amount — the value of a shooting case depends on your specific injuries, the cost of your past and future medical care, your lost income, and your pain and suffering. Catastrophic gunshot injuries that require lifelong care can be worth millions; the firm's results include a $102.7 million verdict for a man left paralyzed by a shooting.

Crime victim attorney Michael A. Haggard
$102.7M record verdict

What determines the value of a shooting case

  • Medical costs — emergency, surgical, and especially future and lifetime care (a spinal-cord or brain injury can require care for decades)
  • Lost income — wages missed and reduced future earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering — the physical and emotional toll of the injury
  • Available insurance — the property owner’s coverage often determines what is realistically recoverable

Why the at-fault property matters

Because shooters are usually uninsured, the realistic source of a large recovery is typically the negligent property owner’s insurance. Identifying every responsible party and policy is central to maximizing value.

Get a real estimate

No honest lawyer can value your case from a web page. A free case review — looking at your injuries and where you were shot — is the way to get a real answer. No fee unless we win.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a maximum I can recover?

Some states cap certain categories of damages, but economic losses like medical bills and lost income are generally not capped. We'll explain what applies in your state.

How long does it take to get compensation?

It varies with the complexity of the case and whether it settles or goes to trial. We move efficiently while building the strongest possible case for full value.