If you have
been injured in a slip-and-fall accident, you may be wondering how to calculate
the damages you are owed.
Unfortunately,
there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question according to Bojat Law group.
The amount
of damages you are entitled to will depend on a number of factors, including
the severity of your injuries, the extent of your property damage, and whether
or not you were partially at fault for the accident.
To further
explain what we mean, we'll take a look at these key factors that will be
considered when calculating damages in a slip and fall accident lawsuit.
One of the
most important factors that will be considered when calculating damages in a
slip and fall accident lawsuit is the severity of your injuries.
If you
sustained serious injuries that require extensive medical treatment and/or have
caused you to miss work, you can expect to receive a larger settlement than
someone who only sustained minor injuries.
Another
thing Bojat Law group pointed out was that the pain and suffering you have
endured as a result of your injuries will also be taken into consideration, so
don't hold back when describing the emotional toll the accident has taken on
you.
Another
important factor that will be considered when calculating damages is the extent
of your property damage.
If you only
sustained minor property damage, such as a broken cell phone or cracked
sunglasses, you can expect to receive a smaller settlement than someone who
sustained major property damage.
As Bojat
Law group said, a very important factor that will be considered when
calculating damages is any lost income you have suffered as a result of your
injuries.
This
includes not only the wages you lost while you were out of work recovering from
your injuries but also any future earnings you may have lost because your
injuries have caused you to suffer a permanent disability.
If you were
partially at fault for the accident that caused your injuries, for example, if
you were not paying attention and tripped on an uneven sidewalk, you can still
recover damages, but your recovery will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
In this
case, the math is pretty clear. For example, if you were 20% at fault for the
accident, your recovery would be reduced by 20%.
Naturally,
any medical bills you have incurred as a result of your injuries will be taken
into consideration when calculating damages.
This
includes both past and future medical expenses, such as the cost of surgery,
hospitalization, rehabilitative care, and any other medical treatment you may
require.
Calculating the amount of damages you are owed after sustaining injuries in a slip and fall accident can be complex.
Thankfully, an experienced personal injury lawyer can help you navigate this process and fight for the full compensation you deserve.