You can collect several types of damages in a personal injury case.
General Damages – This compensation redresses the defendant’s negligent actions. You must establish a clear link between their injury and the defendant’s behavior, General damages may include:
- Physical pain and suffering
- Medical costs
- Physical disfigurement
- Mental anguish
- Lower quality of life
- Emotional distress
Special Damages – This compensation covers monetary losses you incurred due to the defendant’s actions. These include out-of-pocket expenses. Special damages can include:
- Replacing or repairing any lost property
- Lost earning capacity
- Lost wages
- Past and future medical expenses
- Loss of irreplaceable items
Other Damages – Decedents’ families can sue for damages if their relatives died or suffered serious disability due to a negligent, reckless, or intentional act. These damages can include:
- Wrongful death
- Loss of companionship or consortium