What types of losses can be recovered in a cruise ship accident?

In Washington, victims of a cruise ship accident may be able to recover compensation for their losses that were caused by the accident. The types of losses that may be included in a claim for damages include both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are intended to compensate the victim for the financial losses they suffered as a result of the accident. These may include things like medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, etc. Non-economic damages are intended to compensate the victim for intangible losses that have been experienced. These typically include things like pain and suffering, emotional trauma, loss of enjoyment of life, etc. In some cases, punitive damages may also be available if the defendant’s actions were especially egregious. Punitive damages are intended to punish the wrongdoer and not to compensate the victim. Finally, if the victim was a dependent of the person killed in the accident (such as a spouse or child), they may also be able to recover compensation for losses associated with the death of the victim, such as loss of companionship and support. All of these types of losses must be proven in order for a passenger to recover damages in a cruise ship accident in Washington. An experienced cruise ship accident lawyer can advise you about the types of damages you may be able to recover.

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