Practice question

What is the 'multiplier method' for calculating pain and suffering in a motorcycle case?

Multiplying the defendant's insurance limits by a factor
Multiplying the total economic damages by a factor (typically 1.5–5) to arrive at a pain and suffering figure
Multiplying the number of injuries by the accident date
Using a standard government multiplier chart

Answer: B — Multiplying the total economic damages by a factor (typically 1.5–5) to arrive at a pain and suffering figure

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