Victims of rear-end car accidents in Auburn may be entitled to various forms of compensation for the harm they have suffered. The specific damages recoverable will depend on the facts of each case, including the severity of injuries and the extent of financial losses.
Economic Damages
These are tangible, calculable financial losses resulting from the accident and your injuries:
- Medical Expenses: This includes all costs for past, current, and future medical care related to the accident. Examples are emergency room visits, hospital stays, surgeries, doctor’s appointments, physical therapy, rehabilitation, prescription medications, and medical devices.
- Lost Wages: If your injuries prevent you from working, you can claim compensation for the income you have lost.
- Loss of Future Earning Capacity: If your injuries result in a long-term or permanent disability that affects your ability to earn income in the future, you may be compensated for this loss.
- Property Damage: This covers the cost to repair or replace your vehicle and any other personal property damaged in the collision (e.g., cell phone, laptop, child car seat).
- Other Out-of-Pocket Costs: This can include transportation costs to medical appointments, household help if you are unable to perform daily tasks, and other miscellaneous expenses incurred due to the accident.
