Brain injuries can lead to emotional distress, but can you sue for it? Find out how emotional trauma factors into personal injury lawsuits.
Emotional distress refers to psychological suffering like anxiety, depression, or PTSD caused by a brain injury. These effects can impact daily life.
The severity of mental suffering.
Yes! Emotional trauma can be included in brain injury lawsuits as non-economic damages, considering:
The impact on daily life.
Key evidence: medical records, expert testimony, statements.
Diagnosis (e.g., PTSD) strengthens the case.
Loved ones' testimony supports the claim.
Brain injuries impact emotions and memory.
Anger, anxiety, and distress are common.
Emotional distress can lead to compensation.
Investigation
Filing the claim
Negotiation or trial
You can recover both economic and non-economic damages, including compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and emotional pain and suffering.
Want to know how emotional distress affects your case? Read the full blog post for detailed insights and legal guidance.
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