Recoverable damages in a personal injury lawsuit
If you have been injured in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and losses. In a personal injury lawsuit, recoverable damages are the compensation you can seek for the harm and losses you suffered as a result of the accident. At Makkabi Law Group, our personal injury attorneys are dedicated to helping our clients recover the maximum compensation possible for their injuries.
Recoverable damages in a personal injury lawsuit can be broken down into two main categories: economic damages and non-economic damages.
Economic Damages
Economic damages are damages that are quantifiable and can be calculated with a degree of certainty. These damages include:
- Medical Expenses: This includes the cost of medical treatment, hospitalization, medications, rehabilitation, and other medical expenses incurred as a result of the accident.
- Lost Wages: If you had to take time off work to recover from your injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for the wages you lost.
- Loss of Earning Capacity: If your injuries have resulted in a reduced ability to earn an income in the future, you may be entitled to compensation for your lost earning capacity.
- Property Damage: If your property was damaged in the accident, you may be entitled to compensation for the cost of repairs or replacement.
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages are damages that cannot be calculated with certainty and are subjective in nature. These damages include:
- Pain and Suffering: This includes the physical pain and emotional suffering you have experienced as a result of the accident.
- Emotional Distress: If the accident has caused emotional distress, such as anxiety or depression, you may be entitled to compensation for this.
- Loss of Enjoyment of Life: If your injuries have affected your ability to enjoy life, you may be entitled to compensation for the loss of enjoyment of life.
- Loss of Consortium: If your injuries have affected your relationship with your spouse or partner, you may be entitled to compensation for the loss of consortium.
Punitive Damages
In some cases, punitive damages may also be awarded. Punitive damages are awarded to punish the defendant for their actions and to deter others from engaging in similar behavior in the future. Punitive damages are not commonly awarded and are typically reserved for cases where the defendant’s actions were particularly egregious.
At Makkabi Law Group, our personal injury attorneys understand the impact that a serious injury can have on your life, and we are committed to helping you seek justice and financial recovery. If you have been injured in an accident, contact us today for a free consultation. We will evaluate your case and provide you with the guidance and representation you need to pursue your claim and obtain the compensation you deserve.