If you’ve been injured in an accident in St. Louis or elsewhere in Missouri or Illinois, you may be entitled to financial recovery for the losses you’ve suffered. In personal injury law, these recoveries are called damages, and they generally fall into three categories:
- Economic Damages: Cover measurable financial losses such as medical expenses, rehabilitation, property damage, and lost income (current and future).
- Non-Economic Damages: Compensate for intangible harms including pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of companionship or enjoyment of life.
- Punitive Damages: In rare cases, courts may award additional damages to penalize a defendant for reckless or intentional misconduct and to deter similar actions.
At Padberg Appelbaum Knepper, we work to recover every type of damage available under Missouri and Illinois law, helping you rebuild your life and focus on recovery. Request a free consultation today.