WHAT ARE “PAIN AND SUFFERING” DAMAGES?
In California courts, “pain and suffering” damages are usually referred to as “general” or “non-economic” damages. These damages are considered non-monetary losses, including, but not limited to pain, suffering, inconvenience, mental suffering, emotional distress, loss of society and companionship. We refer to them as the impact damages. Setting aside any monetary losses from work or medical treatment, what kind impact has the accident had on your life? There is no fixed way to calculate these damages, and it is based on a case by case basis. WHAT ABOUT MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS? In most ways, the anatomy of a motorcycle accident case is similar as one involving automobiles, and the similar analysis applies. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO RESOLVE MY CASE? The length of a case depends on many factors. If your injuries have healed, or your condition is permanent and stationary, then cases can often be settled within 60 to 90 days. If the case is in litigation, then you can typically expect a resolu
