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Loss Of Enjoyment Of Life Damages In A Florida Personal Injury Case

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A personal injury case arises after you suffer injuries because of another person’s negligence. When you file a personal injury claim, you are seeking to recover financial compensation for your injuries and damages. While the general definition of an injury is harm to the physical body, the damages you can recover in a Florida personal injury claim extend beyond because physical injuries could have further consequences that just as greatly impact your life. Damages that compensate you for other intangible losses that arise due to your injury are called non-economic damages. Examples of non-economic damages include pain, suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. This article discusses the loss of enjoyment of life damages in a Florida personal injury case.

What Are Loss of Enjoyment of Life Damages in a Florida Personal Injury Case?

Loss of enjoyment of life damages are meant to compensate a personal injury victim for the fact that they cannot pursue the same activities they enjoyed pursuing before the accident. Things like being unable to travel, ride a bicycle, engage in family bonding activities, and volunteer are all a part of the loss of enjoyment of life.

What Injuries Can Result in the Loss of Enjoyment of Life?

Several injuries can result in the loss of enjoyment of life. In most cases, these are long-lasting catastrophic injuries that cause severe physical limitations like pain and paralysis and those that cause intense psychological pain.

The following are some of the injuries that can impair a person’s ability to enjoy life;

  • Brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Injuries resulting in loss of sight or hearing
  • Scarring and disfigurement
  • Soft tissue injuries limiting the range of motion and function

How Are Loss of Enjoyment of Life Damages Calculated in a Personal Injury Claim?

When calculating loss of enjoyment of life damages, the court considers, among others, the following factors;

  • The age of the injured individual
  • The injured person’s work history and educational background
  • The severity of the injuries
  • The area where the injured person lives
  • The nature of the activity that has been lost
  • The future consequences of the injury

In addition, experts are called upon to help the court place a monetary value on the loss of enjoyment of life damages.

How Can You Prove Loss of Enjoyment of Life Damages?

Generally, you will prove loss of enjoyment of life damages through testimony. Your testimony and the testimony of a spouse or another close person can help you prove your damages. You would simply testify to the activities you enjoyed engaging in before the accident and how the injury has affected or limited your ability to engage in and enjoy the same activities.

Contact Us for Legal Help

If you’ve suffered injuries because of another person’s negligence and need help recovering the compensation you deserve, contact our Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorneys at The Pendas Law Firm.

The Pendas Law Firm also represents clients in the Miami, Fort Myers, Tampa, Jacksonville, Bradenton, Daytona Beach, West Palm Beach, Naples, Melbourne, Ocala, and Orlando areas.

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