You get compensation for a fall equal to your monetary losses plus pain and suffering compensation. Your financial losses are all of the direct, out-of-pocket expenses that occur because of the fall. This may include costs related to: Medical bills Lost wages Pain and suffering The amount of your pain and suffering is proportional to the severity of your injuries. While damages play a role in how much compensation you get for a fall, the strength of your case and comparative fault questions also play a role.