California truck accident victims may be able to seek economic and non-economic damages from the party or parties responsible for the collision. Economic Damages Economic damages are compensation for verifiable monetary losses. Examples include: Past and future medical expenses Lost income and future earning capacity Property damage Non-Economic Damages Non-economic damages refer to compensation for non-monetary, subjective losses. For example: Pain and suffering Mental anguish Physical impairment Disfigurement If the accident was caused by recklessness or intentional disregard for safety, you may also receive punitive damages. As the award is intended as punishment for the individual or company who caused you harm, it can be significant. In California, you generally have up to two years to file a personal injury claim. If you have a potential claim against a government, the statute of limitations is typically six months from the date of the accident, so the sooner you contact a truck accident attorney, the better.