What damages can be recovered for injuries caused by a car accident?
There are many elements of damage you may suffer when involved in a car accident. The law allows injured persons to recover: * Medical costs * Future medical costs * Lost wages * Damages for pain and suffering * Damages for physical disability * Damages for scarring and disfigurement Wages you lost because of time missed from work may also be claimed even if sick or vacation days are used for some or all of the missed time. “Pain and Suffering” refers to the physical pain and discomfort as well as worry, anxiety and embarrassment which results from the injury. “Disability” is the temporary or permanently diminished ability to enjoy life. This includes a person’s inability to pursue the pleasurable aspects of life. The avid bicyclist who isn’t able to ride after suffering injury in a car accident may be entitled to compensation for her “loss of a normal life” or disability. “Disfigurement” refers to the obvious damage to the body such as scarring, burns or amputation. The impact that su
