What damages can I recover if I win a birth injury case?
In Florida, if you win a birth injury case, you may be able to recover both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages refer to the tangible costs one accrues as a result of the injury, such as medical bills. Non-economic damages are intended to cover the intangible impacts of the birth injury, including pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. Economic damages can include the cost of medical care, special equipment, in-home care, modifications to the home or car, loss of earnings, and future medical expenses. Non-economic damages may account for mental anguish, emotional suffering, loss of companionship, physical impairment, and disfigurement. In cases involving severe disabilities, the court may award ongoing damages to help cover the extra costs associated with the injury. Florida law also allows for punitive damages in some cases involving gross misconduct. Punitive damages are intended to punish a wrongdoer and provide an example of what happens when someone acts negligently or recklessly. Punitive damages are awarded in addition to any compensatory damages, such as economic and non-economic damages. It is important to note that each case is unique and the amount of damages that can be recovered depends on the specific circumstances of the case. An attorney can help determine the amount of damages that may be recovered in a particular birth injury case.
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