What is a Lexstimate®?
Lexstimate® is the consumer-friendly experience built on Caseworth's legal research platform. It organizes patterns from historically similar, resolved cases into clear, research-driven outcome ranges and examples so you can better understand how comparable matters have played out in the past.
How the Lexstimate® Is Generated
The Lexstimate analyzes patterns across historically similar cases using multiple contextual factors. These factors help identify ranges of outcomes, not definitive values.
Key Factors Considered
Injury Characteristics
The nature and severity of the injury, including treatment type, duration, and documented long-term impact.
Medical Costs
Reported medical expenses and treatment patterns observed in comparable resolved cases.
Income Impact
Historical wage-loss considerations present in similar cases, when applicable.
Jurisdictional Trends
Outcomes vary by state, county, and venue. Local legal environments matter.
Liability Context
How fault and evidentiary clarity were treated in comparable historical matters.
Coverage Considerations
Observed policy limits and recovery constraints in similar resolved cases.
Observed Outcome Ranges by Case Category
Based on historically resolved cases in Florida, Texas, and Illinois
Car Accident
Truck Accident
Medical Malpractice
Slip and Fall
Workers' Compensation
Product Liability
Example Comparable Case Outcomes
Anonymized summaries from resolved cases
How Reliable Is a Lexstimate®?
A Lexstimate is designed to provide context, not certainty.
When sufficient information is available, the Lexstimate identifies outcome ranges where similar cases have historically resolved. However, legal outcomes are inherently variable and depend on factors that no automated system can fully account for.
Important Limitations
- Legal outcomes are not deterministic
- Attorney strategy, evidence quality, witnesses, and negotiation materially affect results
- Insurance limits and defendant resources constrain recovery
- Courts and juries are unpredictable
Lexstimate® Compared to Other Approaches
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Lexstimate legal advice?
No. A Lexstimate is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Does Caseworth predict settlement amounts?
No. Caseworth does not predict or guarantee outcomes. We analyze historical data to show how comparable cases have resolved.
How often is the data updated?
Our datasets are updated as new case outcomes and public records become available and are normalized into our system.
Why might my result differ from historical outcomes?
Every case is unique. Differences in evidence, representation, coverage, venue, and timing can significantly affect outcomes.
What cases are covered?
Currently supported case categories include personal injury matters in Florida, Texas, and Illinois.
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Caseworth does not provide legal advice, legal opinions, or case valuations. All information is provided for research and educational purposes only. Consult a licensed attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.