Personal injury settlements should compensate you for the economic and non-economic damages you incurred as a result of the accident. Economic Damages. Economic damages have a monetary cost associated with them. Consider the following example of economic damages that you may claim in your claim: Medical bills: ER visits, surgery, doctor appointments, and diagnostic tests. Rehabilitation: physical, speech, and occupational therapy; mental health services. In-home assistance: help with personal care and meal prep, home maintenance, and childcare. Home modifications: wheelchair ramps, bathroom grab bars, and widening of doorways. Lost income: lost wages while you recover, and additional compensation if you can never return to work due to your injuries. A fair settlement will include expenses you’ve already incurred and will continue to incur in the future. Noneconomic Damages. Noneconomic damages include the intangible, yet no less real, after-effects of an accident, such as: Pain and suffering Loss of companionship Disfigurement Drunk driving accident victims should pursue compensation for all negative impacts of their injuries.