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General Components of Injury Claim Compensation There are costs that can be printed on receipts and added up, but there are some costs which aren't necessarily quantifiable. General compensatory damages cover these unquantifiable losses. Special damages are the hard costs that can be calculated in precise numbers, like medical bills and lost wages. The compensation you receive for your injury claim is based on these damages. Medical expenses Medical bills are a common part of personal injury settlements, especially for those with severe or permanent injuries. For instance, a spine cord injury sufferer may require multiple surgeries to treat other complications, such as pressure sores, bowel and bladder problems, spasticity (muscle and tendon jerks) and bone density issues. The guidelines for valuing medical expenses incurred in a personal injury situation differ between states. In general, insurance companies will require proof that the medical expenses incurred were due to the incident. This includes invoices, medical bills, and evidence of the treatment that were deemed to be necessary. In some instances experts' testimony is required to justify the necessity for specific treatments and show that these costs were connected to the accident. In addition to the past medical expenses, injured victims can also seek compensation for future medical expenses. This is referred to as special damages and represents a portion of the overall settlement amount paid to the victim. Our attorneys will work with your medical professionals to create a medically-sound treatment plan for you. We will also include any prescription medication required to treat you along with any equipment and home modifications needed to accommodate an injury. However, future medical costs aren't easy to prove if you don't have evidence that the injury will have a a long-term impact on your quality of life. This is why it's important to partner with a reputable personal injury lawyer who knows the importance of accurately calculating future medical expenses. Contact PKSD today to find out more about our experience in the compensation of victims of serious accidents. Lost wages Lost wages are an element of the economic damages that are associated with compensation for injury claims. These losses are what your earnings would be if you had not been injured and were prevented from working. These losses include the cost of overtime, seasonal income and other calculable earnings you could have earned. An award for the loss of wages is intended to get you back in the financial position you were in prior to the accident. In most cases, the insurance company will determine your lost wage by calculating the hourly rate you earn and the number of hours you have missed because of the accident. This is particularly relevant for those who are who are paid per hour. When you file a lost-wage claim, you must be able to prove that your injuries prevented you from working. To prove this, you must provide an official letter from your doctor detailing your injuries and how they have impacted your ability to work. This can also be supported by a copy of your pay tax returns or stubs. In addition, you might be able to claim compensation for the value of your vacation and sick days you took to recover from your injury. These days are usually worth the equivalent of a full day's pay. In some cases, your injury may be permanent, limiting your ability to work. If your injuries are severe, you may be able to claim compensation for the loss of earning capacity. A reduced earning capacity is typically calculated by a doctor. A reputable attorney can assist you determine the value of your reduced earnings capacity. They can assist you to gather documentation of your injuries and income loss and provide the documents to the insurance company to ensure you are awarded the most money possible for your case. Suffering and pain Pain and suffering is a kind of damage that can't be measured in a way like medical expenses or lost wages. It's subjective and difficult to quantify, however it's a vital part of any personal injury case. This is because the damages that are covered include those that are not immediately apparent, like emotional distress, mental pain, and anxiety. Evidence that is credible is the most important element in proving the existence of pain and suffering. This could be evidence from prescription records that detail the type and dosage of pain medication you have taken or notes from doctors and other medical professionals on how the accident affected your life, as well as images of your injuries such as broken bones, scars or other signs on your body. It is also essential to be honest with your lawyer about how much suffering and pain you've endured and how it has negatively affected your life. There are two methods to calculate the amount of pain and suffering that you should receive compensation for. The multiplier method is one method to determine the amount of suffering and pain you should be compensated for. You add the economic losses you have suffered and then multiply this amount by a number that ranges from 1.5-5. Another is the per diem method in which you receive an amount every day beginning from the date of your accident until you achieve the point of maximum medical improvement. It is important to remember that the jury will decide how much suffering and pain you've endured. It can be difficult to put a dollar value on this type of non-economic damage, so the jury will take their time to consider the impact that your accident had on you and your life quality. Damages for Property Damage It could take a while to prepare for trial, depending on the severity of your injury. Your lawyer will need to get all medical bills, including hospitalizations as well as doctor visits. They may also need to collect prescription medications as well as physical therapy sessions and prescription medications. Your personal injury lawyer may be able to recover these expenses in your settlement even if you're still paying for your health insurance. Damages for property damage are another type of compensation for accident victims. YouTube are awarded to cover the costs of any damage or destruction caused due to the negligence of another party. This could be damages to property (such as your home or vehicle) or personal property (like a cellphone or jewelry). Damages to property claims could be part of a larger injury claim, or they could be the basis of their own lawsuit. While compensatory damages are intended to put a victim back in the same position they would have been in if their injuries hadn't caused them to be in that position general damages compensate plaintiffs for pain and suffering. They can be difficult to quantify, and can vary from a few thousand dollars for small cases, to millions of dollars for serious injuries or disabilities. In the end, punitive damages penalize the defendant for their actions and discourage them from doing the same next time. They are rare, and usually reserved for the most shady or obscene behavior. Although they are not available in every personal injury claim, it's important to evaluate your case and consider all possible possibilities for compensation. If you've been injured, contact an New York personal injury law firm to discuss your options. They can assist you in filing all the necessary paperwork within the statute of limitations applicable to you. Damages for emotional distress Emotional distress is part of the category of suffering and pain but is a much more subjective damage that can be hard to prove. The victims can experience anxiety and fear, insomnia, depression and embarrassment following a serious accident. The loss of enjoyment in life is also a result of with emotional stress. This can be as simple as the fear of driving following a car accident or the inability to work because of a physical injury that causes severe headaches. The court will look into the specifics of your case to determine if you're entitled to compensation for emotional distress. Your lawyer can assist you gather the evidence to prove your claim. This can include medical and mental health records photographs of the scene of the accident journals of your emotions in the wake of the accident and other evidence that pertains to your claim. If the incident was particularly traumatizing, you may wish to make a separate claim for intentional infliction of emotional distress as well. This is a less well-known type of non-economic damage. It is necessary to prove that the defendant's actions were grossly negligent or were intended to cause you mental pain and physical harm. While there is some skepticism regarding these claims, they are generally legitimate and are paid in the same way as any other type of physical or economic damage. A lawyer who is on your side can be the difference when it comes to winning your case and receiving the financial assistance you require. If you think that you've been injured due to someone else's negligence it's important that you consult with a qualified injury lawyer.