Pain and Suffering in Florida after a Truck Accident: What You Need to Know
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Truck Accidents can leave a lasting impact. When someone is injured due to another party’s negligence, the consequences often go far beyond physical wounds. Emotional distress, the impact on daily life, and the severity and duration of the injury are all real and deeply impactful – and Florida law recognizes this through what is known as “pain and suffering” damages. But how are these damages calculated? Who qualifies for them? Are pain and suffering damages compensatory along with wages and medical bills? We got all of your questions covered.
At The Law Offices of Ron Sholes, we’re committed to helping truck accident victims understand their rights and fight for the compensation they deserve. It is important to know what you can claim in Florida for pain and suffering damages. In this post, we’ll explain who qualifies and what you can claim for pain and suffering damages.
What Are Pain and Suffering Damages?
In Florida, pain and suffering damages refer to non-economic losses caused by an accident. These include:
- Physical pain from injuries
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Emotional Distress, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression
- Permanent Disability
These damages are harder to calculate than economic losses, but they’re just as real – and often more devastating over the long term.
How Are Pain and Suffering Damages Calculated in Florida?
There are two different ways pain and suffering damages can be calculated. They are the multiplier and per diem methods.
Multiplier Method
The multiplier method is a popular way to calculate pain and suffering damages. It involves multiplying a number ranging from 1.5 to 5 with a plaintiff’s total economic damages. Mild injuries use a number at the lower end, moderate would take one in the middle and severe injuries use a higher number.
Per Diem Method
The per diem method is used with a daily compensation rate. A monetary amount such as 150 or 200 is multiplied by the number of days the victim has suffered.
Your pain and suffering lawyer may use tools like these methods to estimate fair compensation, backed by thorough documentation and legal expertise.
Why Truck Accidents Cases Require an Attorney
Truck accident claims are more complex than typical car crashes:
- Injuries are often more severe
- Multiple parties may be liable
- Federal trucking regulations add legal complexity
- Insurance companies have teams of adjusters ready to minimize your claim
This is where having a Florida pain and suffering lawyer who knows exactly how truck accident law works, makes a difference. At The Offices of Ron Sholes, P.A., we build strong, aggressive cases to hold all responsible parties accountable and recover full compensation for our clients.
The Law Offices of Ron Sholes: Your Pain and Suffering Lawyers in Jacksonville
At The Law Offices of Ron Sholes, we understand how deeply a truck accident can affect your life. You deserve more than a quick settlement, you deserve justice. Our team of experienced pain and suffering lawyers will fight for the full compensation you’re entitled to, including the emotional and psychological damage you’ve lived.
You don’t pay unless we win. Call today for a free consultation and let us fight for you – like a lawyer should.