Types of Damages You Could Recover in a Colorado Personal Injury Claim

When you or someone you love has been hurt in an accident in Colorado, you have legal rights. You may be able to pursue a personal injury claim to hold individuals or businesses liable for your losses.

The specific defendants you can pursue a claim against will vary depending on your case, and you will need to both prove fault and demonstrate the extent of your damages. Hadfield Stieben & Doutt, LLC can help. 

Our firm has been fighting for injured victims in Colorado for decades, and we understand how to build the strongest possible claim to help you maximize your compensation. 

You can give us a call today to speak with a skilled Fort Collins injury lawyer to learn what your case is likely worth, or you can read on to learn more about the types of damages you can recover in a Colorado personal injury claim. 

Common Types of Damages in a Colorado Personal Injury Claim

You should be entitled to both economic and non-financial losses in a personal injury claim.  Some of the most common types of damages you may be able to recover compensation for include:

• Medical bills: You should be paid for all medical care costs you incurred before the injury, including hospital bills, diagnostic care, physical therapy, adaptive medical equipment, and even transportation to medical appointments.  If you need ongoing care because your injuries are permanent, you should be paid for these costs as well. 
• Lost wages: If you took sick time, vacation time, or unpaid leave because of your accident, you should be paid for any time missed from work. When your injuries are severe, you should be compensated for any ongoing loss of income resulting from an inability to perform the work you did before the accident. 
• Pain and suffering: You should be compensated for all of the physical suffering you experience because of the accident. Keeping a pain journal can help you to prove the extent of the pain and suffering you’ve endured. If you experience ongoing pain and a reduced quality of life, you should also collect compensation for these ongoing losses. 
• Emotional distress: When you develop post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of the accident or experience ongoing emotional difficulties, such as depression or anxiety due to your injuries, you should also be compensated for the emotional damage the accident causes you to experience. 

Punitive damages may also be available in certain circumstances, but these are rare and reserved for situations where a defendant’s behavior goes beyond ordinary negligence and involves willful or wanton conduct. 

How Do You Recover Compensation After You’ve Been Hurt?

When someone harms you, you can recover compensation for your losses by:

• Identifying all defendants who may be to blame. This could include, for example, a negligent driver, a careless dog owner, or a property owner who failed to maintain their premises safely
• Proving fault and demonstrating the extent of your damages. This involves showing how the accident happened, proving your injuries were the direct cause, and showing how badly you were harmed
• Negotiating a settlement or fighting for you in court. When possible, our Fort Collins sexual assault attorney will help you negotiate a favorable settlement to avoid the stress of trial. We’re also skilled litigators ready to go to court and present a compelling claim when no settlement can be reached

We have recovered millions for clients, and we’ll work hard to get the justice you deserve. 

Contact a Colorado Personal Injury Lawyer Today

A Colorado personal injury lawyer at Hadfield Stieben & Doutt, LLC can help you to fight for full and fair compensation. We’ll work with you to determine the extent of your loss and help you obtain the compensation you deserve. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation and learn more.