An accident changes a lot of aspects of a person’s life, especially if the injuries he or she suffered are permanent. Some of those injuries may not be visible, either. For example, you may begin to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) because of the accident.
Your relationship with your spouse and other immediate family may also be impacted. Especially if an injury left you paralyzed. You may not be able to play with your children the way you used to.
Then there is the physical pain you experience after an injury. This can make everyday life much more difficult and affect your ability to do the things you used to do.
Although it is difficult to determine the value of pain and suffering, it is something that must be considered before accepting a settlement. The experienced lawyers at Sigman Janssen know how to evaluate non-economic damages like pain and suffering.