What Types of Damages Can You Recover in a Personal Injury Case?

If you’ve been injured in an accident, understanding the types of damages you can recover is crucial to ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve. Personal injury cases can involve a variety of damages, including medical bills, lost wages, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering. At Bache & Lynch, we’re here to guide you through the process and help you recover the full range of damages available under the law.

Medical Bills: Past and Future

One of the most straightforward types of damages in a personal injury case is the recovery of medical expenses. This includes both past medical bills—expenses you’ve already incurred—and future medical bills for ongoing treatment related to your injury. It’s important to note that even if you have health insurance that covers your medical expenses, you can still recover these costs in your personal injury case.

Lost Wages: Compensation for Time Off Work

If your injury has caused you to miss work, you may be entitled to recover lost wages. This includes wages lost during your recovery period, even if you used sick leave or vacation time provided by your employer. The goal is to ensure that you are fully compensated for the income you lost due to your injury.

Non-Economic Damages: Pain and Suffering

Pain and suffering are classified as non-economic damages. These damages are intended to compensate you for the physical pain and emotional distress caused by your injury. For example, if you had to wear a sling for an extended period, were hospitalized, or suffered from broken ribs, the pain and suffering associated with these injuries are recoverable.

Wrongful Death Damages: Compensation for Loss

In the unfortunate event of a wrongful death, certain family members may be entitled to recover damages. In Arizona, only specific individuals, known as statutory beneficiaries, can bring a wrongful death suit. These individuals include the spouse, parents, or children of the deceased. Unfortunately, aunts, uncles, cousins, and siblings are not eligible to file a wrongful death claim in Arizona, even though some other states may allow it.

The damages in a wrongful death suit focus on the loss of the relationship with the deceased—an immeasurable but significant aspect of the loss. This includes the emotional and financial support that the deceased would have provided.

Why Choose Bache & Lynch?

If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, contact Bache & Lynch today for a free consultation. Let us help you recover the damages you’re entitled to.