What are Punitive Damages and Can I Get Them in My Case?

Within a personal injury case, you are trying to receive compensation from the party who causes you injury and harm in a car accident.

Damages can come as compensatory or, in some cases, punitive. Compensatory damages recover money for you for your lost wages, pain, suffering, medical bills and doctor visits. Punitive damages are quite different. These damages are placed on the offending party for doing something usually morally irresponsible.

For example, a jury may find in favor of you against a drunk driver who hit you and cause you injury. Along with compensatory damages, they award you punitive damages. This type of damage is about sending a message to any drivers who dare to drive drunk and a message to the community to show that this type of behavior is not tolerated. Punitive damages may differ from state to state, but in the state of Virginia you can be awarded up to $350,000 dollars in your personal injury case. While not every drunk driving case is awarded punitive damages, cases that reach a high blood alcohol level is typically a good indicator. An experienced attorney can help you with any questions you may have regarding your accident case. Watch the video now to learn more.

To learn more about personal injury law, I encourage you to watch the video above and to explore our educational website at http://www.kalfusnachman.com. If you have legal questions, I want you to call me at (800) 800-9797. I welcome your call.

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