how can I help you?There are several types of damages you may claim in a personal injury lawsuit after being involved in an accident. Claims for medical expenses are key among these, but you may also claim damages for lost wages or diminished employment opportunities, and pain and suffering.
If you have been in an accident, injuries may be as minor as a few cuts and bruises, or as serious as paralysis or some other permanent disability. In addition, some injuries may not even produce symptoms initially or may require medical care down the road. It is important to undergo a thorough medical examination immediately following an accident if you believe you have been injured in some way. Medical expenses brought about from a personal injury accident may include (but are not limited to) any of the following:
- Physical and/or cognitive therapy
- Ambulance fees
- Consultations with health care professionals
- Permanent disability
Pain and suffering damages are based on the type of injury incurred, the seriousness of the pain suffered, and the prognosis for future pain associated with an accident injury. Pain and suffering may also include mental and/or emotional damage caused by an accident, such as anxiety or stress.
After an accident, you may also suffer from lost wages. This may include an inability to work due to physical therapy sessions, time spent in hospitals, problems with mobility, or other factors that prevent you from earning your usual wage.
These are just a few of the criteria taken into consideration during a personal injury lawsuit. It is important to contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible after your accident so they can review your case. Contact an Ovadia Law Group personal injury lawyer today so we can help you understand how you may be compensated for the harm you have suffered an accident. Call our personal injury law firm at 1-800-378-1242 to receive a free initial consultation from an experienced personal injury lawyer.