If you or a loved one suffered an injury in an accident in Gretna that was caused by someone else, including a company or government institution, then you may be entitled to receive compensation via a personal injury claim or lawsuit.
We Can Help Determine How Much Compensation You Might Be Owed
With every personal injury case, there are many factors to consider when calculating a client’s potential compensation award. These awards are not based on general figures but on the specifics of the client’s financial damages, lifestyle changes, and general losses. In your initial consultation, we may discuss immediate losses you have already experienced and consider losses you expect to suffer. However, as time goes on, we may see new damages arise as we prepare for your case. So, it is crucial to be as accurate about the impact of your injuries as possible. Once you accept a settlement offer or receive a compensation award, you will not be able to pursue additional compensation—even if new issues come up. Some of the main factors we consider when calculating your damages include:
- How much did it cost to treat your injuries? This figure may involve reviewing your medical bills and invoices to your health insurance if applicable. However, this can also include costs for prescription medicines, at-home or personal use of medical equipment (e.g., crutches, breathing devices), and rehabilitation after treatment.
- Did you miss work because of your injuries? If your injuries prevented you from going to work because you were physically incapable of doing so, had to attend medical appointments, or lacked transportation, you may be entitled to compensation for your lost income.
- Did you lose your job or your current position? In some cases, a person might miss too much work and lose their job. In other cases, a person’s injury might force them to take a different position because they can no longer perform their regular duties.
- How much did it cost to repair damaged property? Common in motor vehicle accident cases, if you sustained damage to a vehicle or personal property, you may be compensated for repairs or replacement of these possessions.
- The extent of your losses: Some losses do not have a financial value and are more subjective. Sometimes referred to as “non-economic” or “general” losses, we factor in your general pain and suffering, changes in lifestyle, and whether you will ever be able to return to your life before the accident.
