What Damages Are Available Through A Personal Injury Claim?
Deciding to file a personal injury claim is not always easy. To better understand if it makes sense for you, it may be helpful to know what types of compensation you can receive through a successful settlement or favorable verdict.
In Kentucky, there are several types of damages that accident victims may be awarded. Unlike some other states, there is no cap on the amount of damages a person can receive in Kentucky. At Blankenship Massey & Associates, Attorneys at Law, our goal will always be to achieve the highest possible award on your behalf.
Economic Damages
Personal injury awards are divided into three types of damages: economic, noneconomic and punitive. Economic damages are those that can be quantified into a dollar amount. Examples include:
- Medical expenses related to the accident
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning capacity
- Property damage
- In-home care
- Funeral and burial expenses, in the case of a loved one’s death
- Other out-of-pocket costs related to the accident
Noneconomic Damages
Noneconomic damages are those that cannot be as easily measured. They often involve emotional damages or those related to changes in your life that were caused by the accident. Noneconomic losses are often the most difficult to recover from. They might include:
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Emotional anguish
Punitive Damages
Not every state allows for punitive damages in personal injury cases. Fortunately, Kentucky does. Punitive damages are those intended to punish the defendant for their negligence. Punitive damages can only be collected when it can be proven that the defendant was oppressive, fraudulent or malicious toward you. At Blankenship Massey & Associates, Attorneys at Law, we have extensive experience successfully obtaining punitive damages on behalf of our clients.
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For more information about how our attorneys can get you the financial compensation you deserve, call 859-905-0936 or toll-free 800-491-9956 to schedule a free consultation or complete our contact form. With offices in Erlanger and Dry Ridge, we represent clients throughout Kentucky.