How Brain Injury Accident Damages Are Calculated
Roughly one million Americans are hospitalized and treated for traumatic brain injuries every year. A brain injury can fluctuate in its severity and longevity, but even the smallest of accidents can produce a pricey hospital bill, require time off from work to rest, and cost you other various expensive rehabilitation fees.
Whether your brain injury is the result of a car accident, slip-and-fall, or other form of personal injury accident, the team at NK Law Group is here and ready to help. We understand the profound impact an accident can have on your life, especially when it results in a brain injury. We are ready to use our resources to gather all of the necessary documentation to calculate an adequate settlement offer to ensure you and your needs are met after your accident.
Calculating Brain Injury Damages
Calculating damages for a brain injury involves a comprehensive evaluation of both the tangible and intangible impacts of the injury on the individual’s life. Tangible impacts, also known as economic damages, are there to cover expenses such as:
- Past, present, and future medical expenses
- Rehabilitation costs
- Lost wages due to the inability to continue your regular scope of work
- Any future earnings that may be lost due to the injury
- Assistive devices to help with day-to-day activities, such as a wheelchair
These are typically easier to quantify as they involve actual costs incurred or projected based on the individual’s condition. Your attorney can help collect relevant evidence to formulate your current and past expenses as well as potential costs.
On the other hand, intangible impacts, or non-economic damages, are more challenging to calculate. These encompass aspects such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and loss of consortium. While these damages don’t have a direct monetary value, they are nonetheless significant and deserve compensation. With years of cases under our belt, we can help you calculate a number for your non-economic damages that feels comfortable and adequate.
California does not currently have a cap on economic or non-economic damages, unless the brain injury is a result of medical malpractice. In that case, California currently has a $390,000 cap on non-death cases and $550,000 for wrongful death cases. These figures are set to rise over the coming years and will vary depending on the date of your accident. At NK Law Group, we employ a meticulous approach to ensure all aspects of your brain injury are accounted for in the calculation of damages, ensuring you receive the compensation you are rightfully entitled to.
How a Knowledgeable Attorney From NK Law Group Can Help
At NK Law Group, we understand the intricacies of brain injury cases and the profound impact they can have on an individual’s life. Our experienced attorneys are well-versed in the legal landscape surrounding these types of injuries and are committed to providing the highest level of representation to our clients. We can help by meticulously investigating the circumstances of your injury, gathering crucial information to be used as evidence of negligence, and building a robust case to support your claim.
Our team is dedicated to ensuring you receive the maximum compensation possible to cover medical expenses, loss of income, and other damages related to your injury. We can help by ensuring your claim is filed within the statute of limitations deadline, negotiating with insurance companies on your behalf, presenting a compelling case in court if necessary, and guiding you through the complex legal process. At NK Law Group, we believe in fighting for justice for our clients, and we are prepared to stand by your side every step of the way.
Don’t Hesitate; Schedule Your Free Consultation Today
A brain injury can be long-lasting and costly. When dealing with the aftermath of an accident, calculating the damages and understanding the legal complexities can be overwhelming. At NK Law Group, we believe you deserve to focus on your recovery while we handle the tricky, burdensome legal aspects of your case. Our top-rated attorneys have years of experience in assisting brain injury victims to build strong claims and ensure they receive the compensation they are entitled to.
Our dedicated legal team at NK Law Group is committed to providing personalized and dedicated representation. We understand the intricacies of brain injury cases and are prepared to guide you through the process. Don’t navigate this challenging time alone. Schedule a free consultation with us today using our contact form or by calling us directly at (510) 519-9497.
EXPERTLY REVIEWED BY
Naseer Khan, Esq.
June 27 2024
Top-rated personal injury attorney Naseer Khan, Esq. has over a decade of experience advocating for injury victims in California. As an award-winning attorney and a member of the American Association for Justice, Khan has a stellar track record of success and devotion to justice for his clients.