Victims of car accidents should recover compensation for the injuries they have suffered. It is important for them to know the types of damages they can receive help with.
Car crashes can lead to a variety of significant types of damages for victims. A personal injury claim for damages can help victims recover compensation for their physical, financial and emotional damages. Car accident damages can include the following:
Medical damages
Medical damages can include ambulance costs; physical therapy; cognitive therapy for brain injuries; doctor’s visits and consultations with medical care professionals; medical procedures; medical equipment such as crutches; and in-home medical care the victim needs for their injuries. Victims may also incur costs traveling to medical appoints for the medical care and treatment they need.
Lost wages
Lost wages can include lost earning capacity because of the injuries the victim suffers and their inability to work. Victims can suffer time away from work or a permanent disability that affects how they can perform their jobs.
Pain and suffering damages
Pain and suffering damages are intended to help the victim with damages they suffer because of the emotional impact of the car accident. Car accident victims can suffer emotional trauma, disfigurement and a grueling recovery process which pain and suffering damages may be able to help with.
Car accidents can occur unexpectedly but the damage to victims can last for a long time. For that reason, they should be familiar with personal injury legal protections and the types of damages they may be able to recover when harmed by a negligent driver.