There are two types of damages that can be provided by a personal injury lawyer which are economic losses, and non-economic damages. Economic damages are determined based on concrete, comparatively objective costs and losses, such as medical expenses, lost wages and earning potential, property damage, and the price of additional care. Non-economic damages, which include things like pain and suffering, emotional distress, and diminished enjoyment of life, are more individualized. Damages must be quantified in a practical manner rather than hypothetically in order to be compensated. If the defendant's actions were extremely egregious, you may also be entitled to punitive damages in addition to compensatory damages. Contact the Ben F. Windham, P.C. for professional legal representation in any automobile accident, premises liability, wrongful death, or negligence claim. For more information, visit https://windhamlaw.com/augusta-georgia/.