What damages are typically sought in a liquor liability lawsuit?

When an individual suffers harm as a result of someone else’s negligent or intentional actions, they may have the right to seek damages through a civil lawsuit. In New York, when someone is harmed due to the illegal sale or service of alcohol to someone who is visibly intoxicated, a liquor liability lawsuit may be filed. Typically, in a liquor liability lawsuit, the plaintiff (the injured person) will seek compensation for any damages sustained as a result of the wrongful actions of the defendant (the one who supplied the alcohol). This compensation can come in a variety of forms. One type of compensation is economic damages. This includes any financial losses that were incurred due to the incident such as medical bills, rehabilitation expenses, lost wages, and property damage. A plaintiff may also be able to receive compensation for non-economic damages such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of quality of life. In addition to damages for the injured individual, family members may also be able to seek damages for losses such as loss of consortium (the inability to enjoy a relationship with a spouse) or funeral and burial costs if the injury resulted in death. Liquor liability lawsuits can also come with punitive damages. These damages are designed to punish the wrongdoer and deter them from ever engaging in similar behavior in the future. Punitive damages may be awarded if the defendant is found to have acted with extreme negligence or intentional malice.

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