Types Of Claims After An Accident
Michael Babboni
Personal Injury
A car accident is one of the last things you’d want to be involved in but sadly, accidents are very unpredictable. One moment, you’re safely driving. The next, you could be in pain after suffering injuries from a car crash. It’s a debilitating event that you should always be prepared for both mentally and financially.If you are considered as the “victim” in the accident, then your losses may be substantially cut because of the settlement you can receive. In fact, even your family members are entitled to these settlements if they are affected by the accident as well. It’s important to know what kind of legal compensation you can get after an accident and we’re listing them out here.
Future Medical Expenses
Some injuries will take further rehabilitation years after the accident. If the plaintiff, in this case, you, proves that you will need to make these expenses in the future, then the other party will be held liable for paying for these bills. The usual proof that the judge and jury are looking for is the opinion of a licensed medical professional who will do the treatment in the future.
Disfigurement
Compensation for disfigurement can be provided if the plaintiff is left deformed or disfigured. These include scars or any other permanent effects on a personal appearance. The plaintiff could be entitled to collect compensation on the forthcoming damages caused by mental suffering because of the physical issues.
In some cases, the appearance of a person is a big part of their job. If you are a model or a sales person perhaps, major issues with your outright appearance could affect your job performance. If this is indeed the case, then your claim for compensation on disfigurement is likely to be successful.
Various Loses
You lose a lot after an accident and each of these losses you are entitled to some form of compensation. Here are those losses detailed:
● Loss of Consortium - This refers to the loss of the benefits of a married life after an accident. This includes but is not limited to affection, sexual relations, help and assistance, and comfort. This claim is usually made by the uninjured spouse but in most cases, the injured party makes a claim as well.
● Loss of Enjoyment of Life - If you acquired any life-debilitating injuries after the accident, you might not be able to live life to the fullest anymore. If this is indeed the case, then you should file a claim for a loss of enjoyment of life too. This claim is made most commonly when the plaintiff is no longer able to do the things he does before the accident.
● Loss of Society and Companionship - If during the accident, a loved one of yours is loss, then you are entitled to a compensation for their loss of companionship. In claims like this, you will need to prove that you have a harmonious relationship with the person who has passed.
Lost Earning Capacity
Understandably, you won’t be able to get to work immediately after an accident. During that time, you won’t be able to earn your wages as well. If this is the case, then the other party is liable to pay for your lost wages and earning capacity which is amount to your time off of work. This is one of the easiest claims to make as you can show definite proof of how much you owe.
These are just some of the claims you can make. If the case is successful, you have less to worry about in your future after an accident.