Medical Bills

Under Washington law, if you've been injured due to someone else's negligence, you are entitled to recover the full cost of your medical bills. This includes both past and future medical expenses necessary for your recovery, such as hospital visits, surgeries, medication, physical therapy, and any ongoing treatment that your healthcare provider deems necessary.

Lost Wages

You can also claim compensation for lost wages. This covers the income you lost from being unable to work due to your injury, as well as any future loss of earning capacity if your ability to work is permanently affected. To substantiate these claims, pay stubs, tax documents, and statements from your employer can all be useful.

Pain and Suffering

Compensation for pain and suffering is a more subjective element of damages and can include physical pain, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, and emotional distress. Calculating these damages often involves considering the severity of the injury, the impact on your day-to-day life, and the duration of pain and suffering.

Pure Comparative Fault

Washington follows the doctrine of pure comparative fault. This means that if you are partially responsible for the accident that caused your injuries, your compensation will be reduced by the percentage of your fault. For example, if you are found to be 20% at fault for an accident, and your total damages are $100,000, you would recover $80,000. Understanding these components is crucial when pursuing a personal injury claim in Washington, and working with an experienced attorney can help ensure that you receive fair compensation for your losses.