Those injured in an Austin 18-wheeler accident can recover compensation in the form of economic damages, non-economic damages, and punitive damages. Economic damages are compensatory damages to compensate a claimant for actual economic or pecuniary loss; such as medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and life care services. Non-economic damages, also called general damages, include pain and suffering, mental anguish, disability, and disfigurement. Punitive damages are awarded in certain circumstances when the truck driver or trucking company's behavior is found to be especially harmful.