In addition to being painful, whiplash often affects a victim’s ability to carry tasks at work and enjoy day to day activities. So really we should be asking how much is your pain and discomfort worth financially?
The amount of compensation you are entitled to depends on a number of variables, and the fact that after this you can make two types of claim.
The initial variable to be considered is the method through which you make your claim for whiplash , either directly against the insurer or via a solicitor. If you take direct action against the insurance company you will be compensated in line with the settlement agreement made with that insurer.
If you decided to work with a solicitor, then your compensation entitlement will be categorised into one of two types: general damages, or special damages.
General damages are awarded in relation to the physical suffering and pain incurred as a result of the accident, i.e. the tangible damage, such as a neck injury relating to whiplash. Under general damages you are also able to claim for any reduction in quality of life or emotional pain, alongside a claim for physical injury. Also where these factors lead to suffering from psychological disorders such as depression, then these may also contribute to your settlement.
Special damages are in many ways predetermined as they relate to any financial losses incurred as a result of the whiplash and the related accident.
Special damages are often awarded when there has been a loss of earnings whilst recovering from an accident, taking into account any future losses. Special damages are also be awarded if a car has been repaired as a result of the accident or you have been required to pay for someone to care for you during recovery.
If you are thinking of claiming for special damages then it is vital you keep a log of all expenditure and copies of receipts where possible.
This has shown that there are in fact no fixed amounts when it comes to whiplash compensation, but that many features contribute to your settlement, and expert help is often the best way to claim.
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