What are the damages recoverable in a personal injury case?

Damages are monetary compensation paid to a person who has suffered injury or monetary loss due to the negligence of another person or entity. In Colorado, damages that may be recoverable in a personal injury case include: medical costs, lost wages, emotional distress, property damage, and pain and suffering. Medical costs include the cost of medical care such as doctors’ visits, hospital visits, medications, and other medical treatments. Lost wages are the wages the injured party was unable to earn due to the injury, such as if they had to take time off work for medical appointments and treatment. Emotional distress is an award for mental anguish suffered due to the injury. Property damage typically refers to damages done to a vehicle in a car accident, but can include damages to any property that was destroyed or damaged due to the injury. Pain and suffering can include physical pain caused by the injury, but can also include psychological distress, such as anxiety or depression due to the injury. It is important to note that pain and suffering damages must be proven to be directly related to the injury. In Colorado, a person who is injured due to the negligence of another person or entity may be eligible to pursue all of these types of damages. However, it is important to consult an experienced attorney to ensure you are made aware of all the laws and to ensure the damages awarded are appropriate for your situation.

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