When most people think of personal injury, they immediately picture broken bones, surgeries, or hospital stays. But serious injuries often come with invisible consequences such as emotional distress or a lost ability to enjoy life that can be just as damaging. In Kentucky and many other states, personal injury claims aren’t limited to physical pain. Victims may also be entitled to compensation for non-economic damages, including “loss of enjoyment of life.”
This refers to the lasting impact an injury has on your daily happiness and activities. Whether it’s missing out on hobbies, sports, or time with family, if your injury prevents you from living life the way you did before, that suffering counts. Kentucky law recognizes these losses as a valid part of personal injury damages.
Injuries often cause more than physical harm. Anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other mental health conditions can develop after a traumatic accident. Emotional distress may affect your relationships, your work, and your sense of self, making it a critical piece of many personal injury claims.
Non-economic damages like emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life are harder to measure than medical bills, but they’re just as real. A skilled personal injury attorney can help document and pursue these damages, so you’re not left without support for what you’re truly going through.
If you’ve suffered an injury that changed how you live, feel, or function, you may be eligible for more than just medical compensation. Contact us at Becker Law Office to schedule a free consultation and discuss your full range of legal options.
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