Suppose you are involved in a car accident and suffered extensive scarring as a result of cuts to the skin. You may wonder if you can recover damages for these injuries, even if they are not internal injuries.
Yes. You can seek compensation for extensive scarring in New York state. Here’s how the process works.
First, after the accident, you must file a personal injury claim if someone else was negligent and their negligence caused the accident that caused your injuries.
What can you recover?
In a personal injury claim, you can typically seek compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Disfigurement
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages
Specific to scarring, disfigurement compensation is for the impact on your appearance and the psychological effects of living with those scars.
Time limits
Remember that New York law typically requires individuals to file personal injury claims within three years from the date when the accident took place.
What does a personal injury lawyer do?
The role of a personal injury lawyer is to show the court the connection between the individual who caused the accident, the act, and the harm caused to the person injured. These are called:
- Liability
- Causation
- Damages
Navigating a personal injury claim is not easy, which is why having a personal injury attorney support you and advocate for you during this process, which could be lengthy, is critical.
Extensive scarring can affect your life forever, even if the injuries underneath the scarring are not life-threatening. Scarring can affect you physically and emotionally, and you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries.