If the negligence, or lack of due care, of another person or institution compromises your ability to earn money, our Los Angeles accident lawyers will fiercely advocate to cover your lost earning capacity and lost wages.
A car crash can upend your vehicle as well as your life. Especially violent car crashes can damage your body, mind, and spirit. Some car crash victims are no longer able to earn a living because of their injuries. These injuries can be debilitating and extremely painful. If you have suffered injury from a car crash that can even be partly the fault of another person or institution, our Los Angeles accident lawyers can help. Meet with us so we can review the facts of your case. We can give you an idea of potential recoverable damages. Here is a look at some of the different types of compensation available to car crash victims.
Lost Earning Capacity and Wages
If the car crash renders you physically or mentally debilitated, you may not be able to perform your work duties. Some car crash victims end up in considerable pain and cannot work at all. If the negligence, or lack of due care, of another person or institution compromises your ability to earn money, our Los Angeles accident lawyers will fiercely advocate for damages to cover your lost earning capacity and lost wages.
If your injuries related to the car crash even partiallydiminished your ability to make a living, it is possible to obtain financial compensation. A number of factors could be in play when determining whether you are deserving of a financial award. These factors can also affect the amount of the award. Everything from your occupation to your experience, life expectancy, health, and age could come up. Even prior earnings can play a part in determining the level of compensation provided for your lost earning capacity.
Mainly, the focus will be on what you would have earned had the offending party not acted negligently. Even if you are unemployed at the time of the accident, you still might be eligible for compensation.
Medical Expenses
If you are not at fault, you should not pay a penny for medical treatment for the injuries you suffered. The cost of medical services ranging from ambulance fees to emergency room care, hospital stays, medical equipment, medications, and visits with the doctor can fall on the at-fault party’s insurance policy. Our attorneys will work to prove the causal relationship between your auto accident and need for medical care/equipment to maximize your compensation.
Funeral Costs
If you lose a loved one as a result of a car crash for which they were not at fault, you and your family should not bear the cost of the funeral. Your loved one’s premature death can likely be the fault of the negligent party. Therefore, the responsible individual or institution should cover the cost of the funeral.
Pain and Suffering
You may likely suffer some degree of pain and suffering during or after your auto accident. This pain should not go uncompensated. Even if the other driver is only slightly responsible for the car crash, you may be able to obtain compensation for the resulting pain and suffering. The type of injury, its severity, the length of time the pain is present, and the likelihood of future pain can all play a part when determining damages.
Contact Our Los Angeles Accident Lawyers After Your Car Crash
Our legal team at California Injury Attorneys is here to help in the aftermath of your car crash. Let us handle the legal aspect of your accident while you do your best to return your health and life to normal. Give us a call at (323) 999-HELP to schedule a free initial consultation. Our office hours are 8am-5pm, yet we will gladly take your call 24/7. Or reach out to us, any time of the day or night, via our Live Chat on our website.