Though insurance generally covers medical expenses and property damage, your attorney will consider the entire scope of your damages. Your lawyer can determine whether a lawsuit is necessary by identifying and valuing every form of harm from your fall. Damages from a fall may include: Healthcare Costs Medical bills are often the most costly and obvious damage from falls. Fall-related injuries can cost you thousands of dollars, as they may require notoriously expensive: Emergency ambulance transport Emergency department care Hospitalization Surgery Multiple doctors visits A medication regimen Other medical services The medical industry imposes great costs on its patients. An attorney will work hard so you don't bear any fall-related medical costs. Rehabilitation Costs You may face additional costs for rehabilitation. Your lawyer will seek compensation for rehab and rehab-related expenses (like transportation to your appointments). Pain and Suffering Injuries caused by falls can cause severe pain and suffering, which may include: Acute pain Chronic pain Psychological distress (which may result from pain, physical confinement, inability to work, and other harm related to your fall) Emotional anguish Lost quality of life Depression Anxiety Every fall victim has a different psychological and emotional response, and every injury differs. Injury lawyers work with mental health professionals to evaluate and value pain and suffering. Professional Harm Fall victims without guaranteed salaries may suffer significant financial harm because of their injuries. Even those with guaranteed salaries may lose: Performance bonuses Benefits Promotion opportunities Earning power Professional status and job offers Fulfillment they achieve from working These are damages that slip and fall lawyers factor into settlement calculations. Property Expenses If your phone, clothing, or any other property sustained damage during your fall, your lawyer may seek compensation covering such damages. You can recover compensation for medical equipment, a vehicle that accommodates a disability, changes to your home, or any other property-related expenses. A Wrongful Death Falls are the second-leading cause of death in homes. If your loved one passed away from fall-related injuries, you may have grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit. A slip and fall lawyer will identify your recoverable damages and fight for justice for your tragic loss.