What types of compensation can I recover in a catastrophic injury case?
When you suffer a catastrophic injury, you may be able to recover compensation in North Carolina. Examples of compensation that you may be able to recover in a catastrophic injury case include: • Medical Expenses: You may be able to recover for past medical expenses related to your catastrophic injury as well as medical expenses you may incur in the future. • Lost Wages: If you had to miss work due to the catastrophic injury, you may be able to recover for the wages you lost. • Pain and Suffering: You may be able to recover for the physical and emotional pain and suffering caused by the catastrophic injury. • Loss of Enjoyment of Life: This type of compensation is intended to make up for any activities which you are no longer able to enjoy due to your injury. • Loss of Consortium: If you suffered a loss of companionship and intimacy due to the catastrophic injury, you may be able to recover for this. • Punitive Damages: Punitive damages are awarded to punish wrongdoers and to make an example of them. If a lawsuit is necessary to receive compensation for your catastrophic injury, it is important to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney to discuss your options. An attorney can evaluate your case and help you determine the best course of action to take.
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