How are damages calculated in a personal injury cases?

Unfortunately, there is no straightforward answer to the value of damages in a personal injury settlement.  A Dedham personal injury lawyer can help clarify and guide you through the process of understanding the value of the damages in your individual case. Nearly every personal injury lawsuit is different, and the valuation that ultimately determines personal injury compensation depends on a multitude of factors. These include:

• Whether a permanent injury was sustained;
• Whether a temporary injury was sustained and the length of disability;
• Whether total or partial disability applies;
• The amount of medical bills;
• The amount of property damage to the vehicles involved in the accident;
• The injured person’s job;
• The injured person’s age;
• Whether the injured person suffered any lost wages and/or loss of earning potential;
• How the injury affects their job; and
• How the injury affects their family, work and social endeavors.

There are many other factors that can affect the value of the case in court should you decide not to settle. In general, the personal injury damages awarded are specific to elements of the case such as what is listed above. If your injury prevents you from performing your duties for a certain amount of time which ultimately led to lost wages, reduced earning potential or another factor of your livelihood, your damages should account for more than if not.

Contact Our Dedham Personal Injury Lawyer for Help

If you reside in Massachusetts, retaining a personal injury attorney in Dedham will benefit your case with knowledge of the local law and how it pertains to your specific situation. At Brooks & Crowley LLP, our legal team supports injured victims and those injured due to the actions of another party and will fight for their right to recover personal injury damages that may negatively affect their lives and livelihoods. Reach out today through our website's contact form or call us for a free consultation so Brooks & Crowley LLP can secure the compensation you deserve.