Suffering a serious injury after a motor vehicle crash has likely left you with mixed emotions. You are grateful to walk away with your life; grateful for the medical care you received for your injuries.
You are stabilized but now but left wondering how you’ll pay for the medical expenses associated with the crash.
Fortunately, those in Pennsylvania who have suffered injuries from a negligent driver in Pennsylvania have a right to pursue compensation to pay for expenses related to the accident. They include the following:
Property damages
Repairing and replacing your vehicle after a crash is likely necessary. Perhaps your car or truck is completely totaled and will need to be replaced. You can recover the costs associated with repair or replacement.
Medical costs
Whether they are minor, serious, or life-changing injuries, you can expect a pile of mounting medical bills for treatment, care and rehabilitation. They will be costly. You can recover surgical procedures, hospital stays, doctor visits, physical and occupational therapy and even the costs of medical devices and prescription drugs.
Lost income
With a serious injury, you are likely off work while you recover. You may be out for weeks, months and even years depending on the seriousness of your injuries. Fortunately, you can recover lost wages. How much will depend on a variety of factors.
Pain and suffering
The physical and emotional trauma from a motor vehicle accident has taken a toll on your body, mind and family. The injuries may have led to permanent disfigurement, loss of companionship, affected your quality and reduced earning capacity. In some situations, individuals in Pennsylvania can seek damages for pain and suffering.
Punitive damages
Punitive damages are not compensatory damages but meant to punish the at-fault party. You may be able to seek punitive damages in Pennsylvania if the other driver’s actions were malicious, irresponsible and intentional.
Recovering any of the above noted damages will always depend on individuals circumstances. A skilled attorney should be able to access your situation to help you
determine what you are entitled to recover both for today’s expenses and those you will incur in the future.
