What Are General Damages In A Personal Injury Lawsuit?
What are general damages in a personal-injury case? They're the non-economic harm—pain, suffering, and lasting life impact, explains Oakland attorney Andrew Dósa. To value them, he asks what a day of your worst pain would be worth. A permanent scar or a chronic injury can matter more than a temporary ache—and these are usually the largest component of a claim.
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Answered by Andrew Dósa · Oakland, CA
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What are general damages?
The non-economic harm—pain, suffering, and lasting life impact—which he prices by asking what a day of your worst pain would be worth.
Do general damages go beyond physical pain?
Yes—they reach beyond physical pain to the broader impact on your life, including emotional and lifestyle effects.
How does a permanent scar factor in?
A permanent scar can carry future medical costs and matters more than a temporary ache, weighing heavily in the valuation.
What's the core question in valuing them?
What is the impact on your life worth—that's the central question, and general damages are usually the largest component of a claim.
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