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What Damages Can Be Recovered In a Car Accident Claim?

Posted on Jan 7, 2016 5:05pm PST

It’s common to hear Long Island personal injury attorneys use the term “fair compensation” to describe the money that you can recover in a personal injury claim or lawsuit. This compensation can actually include a variety of different damages, or awards, based on the physical and financial injuries you’ve suffered.

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Compensatory Damages

With the exception of punitive damages (more on that later) all recoverable damages will fall into one of two categories – special damages for economic losses, and general damages for noneconomic things like emotional distress. These are all referred to as compensatory or actual damages, as they are designed to compensate you for the financial and physical losses you’ve endured.

Common compensatory damages in a car accident claim include:

  • Medical expenses incurred
  • Cost of future care
  • Cost of rehabilitation
  • Lost wages/lost future earning potential
  • Pain and suffering
  • Cost to repair/replace your car

Punitive Damages

In addition to compensatory damages, you may also be able to pursue punitive damages in some cases. Instead of compensating you for your losses, these damages are designed to punish the defendant. There are only a few instances where you can seek punitive damages in a car accident claim, although they are commonly pursued when the liable driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs. These damages can sometimes be significantly more than the compensatory damages.

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At Laurence A. Silverman, Esq., our Long Island car accident lawyers have handled these complex claims for more than 60 collective years. When you retain our firm, you can expect dedicated representation from an attorney who knows how to effectively recover compensation on your behalf. Don’t let a car accident cost you more than it already has – call our firm today to pursue justice!

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