Q: How do I estimate the settlement to write on my notices of claim? What is the value of my constitutional rights & sanity
For the past 15 months, I have been relentlessly subjected to traumatic retaliation for whistleblowing on the outrageous acts of misconduct, abuse of power, infringements and deprivation of my constitutional rights by the same government officials and Medicaid behavioral health providers employed to protect my rights. These deliberate actions/inactions have exacerbated a pre-existing diagnosis of chronic C-PTSD; triggering extreme psychiatric decompensation and debilitating emotional distress. I am rendered low-functioning, indigent and floundering through the 17-month disability income determination process My allegations and futile efforts are supported by written and audio evidence including medical/city records, communications and extensive documentation of forced compliance with all systemic grievance P&P processes . DV, TPD, Medicaid, Housing, Psych stonewalling and collusion. The formula online is confusing--I haven't only lost employment, I've lost all of the progress in CPTSD
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Estimating a settlement amount for a notice of claim is a complex process, especially when the harm includes not only financial losses but also emotional and psychological damages. Start by documenting all measurable losses, such as lost income, medical expenses, therapy costs, and any other financial impacts. Then, consider the long-term impact on your ability to work and function, as well as the costs of ongoing care.
Next, account for the emotional and psychological toll. Courts and settlements often value emotional distress differently depending on the severity of the harm, the evidence provided, and the jurisdiction. To assign a value, gather and organize evidence, such as medical records, therapy notes, written communications, and any recordings that demonstrate the retaliation and its impact on your mental health and daily life.
The value of constitutional rights and mental well-being is harder to quantify but can be argued effectively with thorough documentation of the violations and their consequences. It may be helpful to research settlements in similar cases for a starting point, but each situation is unique. Your focus should be on presenting a clear, evidence-based account of the harm done to you and the resources required to recover.
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