Economic Special Damages in Personal Injury: Complete Guide to Financial Recovery
Economic (Special) Damages: Understanding Quantifiable Losses in Personal Injury Cases When you’re injured due to someone else’s negligence, the financial consequences can be devastating and far-reaching. Economic damages, also called “special damages,” represent the quantifiable monetary losses you suffer as a direct result of your injuries. Unlike general damages, which compensate for intangible harms such as pain and suffering, economic damages have specific dollar amounts that can be calculated, documented, and proven through bills, receipts, employment records, and expert testimony. Understanding economic damages is crucial for injury victims because these losses often represent the largest portion of personal injury settlements and verdicts. More importantly, proper documentation and calculation of economic damages can mean the difference between receiving adequate compensation to rebuild your life and facing ongoing financial hardship long after your case concludes. The Found...