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Is Emotional Trauma Something an Accident Survivor Can Sue For?

by The Beasley Firm  |  November 12, 2018  |  

For any person injured as a result of a car accident caused by negligence, the idea of legal action can be daunting, especially when you don’t know what to expect. You may not be sure of what rights you have or what you may be able to do to seek compensation from the responsible party.

One thing that can help give you peace of mind is understanding exactly what rights you have and what damages you may be able to pursue in a lawsuit. For someone suffering from emotional trauma, there is an option available to move forward through legal means.

How Emotional Trauma is Determined In Court
Going through the settlement and trial process following a car accident can be daunting. There are so many factors to consider that it makes the situation difficult for just anyone to handle on their own. Having a lawyer can help display the impact of emotional trauma following a car accident.

In order to have emotional trauma be eligible for damages in a lawsuit, hard work is required. A number of things must be shown, such as the impact the trauma has on the survivor. Because there is no direct monetary loss as a result of trauma, it is often more difficult to handle these matters.

Emotional Trauma as Non-Economic Damages
Under personal injury law, emotional trauma may be considered when awarding non-economic damages. In comparison, economic damages are those with direct monetary value such as medical bills, lost income, and rehabilitation costs.

Emotional trauma is a form of pain and suffering, so there is no amount of money tied to it directly. As such, you should have a skilled legal advocate on your side to articulate the extent of your emotional damages and seek the proper compensation for the matters.

Our Philadelphia car accident lawyers at The Beasley Firm work with you to put your best interests forward and pursue the compensation and justice you deserve. This is a difficult time for you and having someone you can trust in your corner should be a top priority.

Schedule a free consultation with our team. Call us today.

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