This is a significant decision that your attorney should weigh in on before you respond.
The $150,000 offer may be low relative to your total damages.
• Medical bills: $67,000
• Lost wages (3 months): depends on your income
• Pain and suffering: in California, a common multiplier is 1.5x to 3x medical bills ($100,500 to $201,000)
• Estimated total damages: $167,500 to $268,000+
If these estimates are in the right range, the $150,000 offer represents 56% to 90% of your estimated damages before attorney fees.
Important factors to discuss with your attorney: liability clarity, subrogation liens, litigation tolerance, comparable jury verdicts in your county.
Regarding the Friday deadline: settlement deadlines are often soft. Your attorney can likely request an extension.