Economic Damages
Most people recover economic damages after a spinal cord injury. These types of damages have a monetary value and include:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Replacement or repair of personal property damaged
Non-Economic Damages
Those who suffer long-term or permanent disabilities because of an accident or incident that causes a spinal cord injury could recover non-economic damages. These types of damages do not have a monetary value and include:
- Pain and suffering, including emotional distress
- Loss of quality of life
- Loss of companionship and/or consortium
- Inconvenience
Punitive Damages
Some states allow you to recover punitive damages. You will have to show that the person or entity that caused your injuries was grossly negligent. Additionally, the process is longer, but in some cases, it may be worth the extra time to recover punitive damages.
Your spinal cord injury attorney will review the evidence in your case and let you know if you might qualify for punitive damages.
Where to Find a Spinal Cord Injury Attorney in St. Louis, MO
Our consultations are always free. We work on a contingency basis, which means you don’t pay attorney’s fees unless we win your case. And if you can’t come to us, we’ll come to you.
Brown & Brown Attorneys at Law serves St. Louis and the surrounding areas in Missouri. We are also licensed in Illinois and have an office where we can meet with you. To find out more about spinal cord injury cases, speak with an attorney at Brown & Brown Attorneys at Law. To schedule a free consultation, please call 314-333-3333 or 618-888-8888 in Missouri or 618-888-8888 in Illinois.
