When you have been injured due to another party’s negligence or intentional act, the impact on your life can be far-reaching. If you have suffered a serious injury in Maryland that has diminished your ability to enjoy life as you once did, seeking legal counsel from our qualified Prince George’s County Personal Injury Lawyers is crucial. Please continue reading as we explore what you can do to establish this loss in a personal injury claim.
What Constitutes the Loss of Enjoyment of Life?
If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, and this has negatively impacted your ability to enjoy life’s pleasures, it’s crucial to understand that you can seek compensation for this loss. This type of damage, often referred to as “loss of enjoyment of life,” is a non-economic damage that can be challenging to quantify due to its subjective nature. t refers to the diminished ability to participate in activities and experiences that once satisfied you. This may include being unable to participate in a beloved sport, family outings, or even engaging in simple everyday activities due to pain, disability, or limitations caused by an injury.
As mentioned, proving this type of damage can be difficult and typically relies on your personal testimony and evidence of how the injury has affected your daily life. In most cases, insurance companies use methods like the multiplier method or per diem method to calculate the value of this damage.
How Do I Prove This Loss?
To prove loss of enjoyment of life, you will typically need to provide evidence of how your life has been affected by your injuries. One of the most important things you can do is keep track of your medical records. They are crucial as they help establish the extent of your injuries and how they limit your physical and mental abilities. Healthcare providers such as doctors and therapists can testify regarding the impact of your injuries on your ability to perform activities and enjoy life.
In addition, it’s advisable to keep a detailed journal, noting the pain you have experienced, limitations, as well as activities you can no longer do or enjoy. It’s important to document how your ability to participate in hobbies, social activities, and other aspects of life that you once enjoyed has been diminished.
Those close to you can also provide valuable insight into how your life has changed since the injury. This includes changes in your behavior and mood. If your injuries have impacted your ability to work, colleagues can testify about changes in your performance.
As you can see, proving loss of enjoyment of life requires substantial evidence. By working with an experienced attorney from Timian & Fawcett, LLC, and gathering evidence to support your claim, you can increase your chances of recovering compensation for this significant aspect of your damages. Connect with our firm today to learn how we can fight for you during these trying times.
