Legal precedents set by major verdicts
Major truck accident verdicts not only compensate victims but also establish legal precedents. These rulings influence how future cases are litigated, shaping liability, damages, and evidence standards.
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Caps on damages in different jurisdictions
Some states place limits, or 'caps,' on the amount of damages plaintiffs can recover in personal injury or wrongful death cases. These caps directly affect compensation in truck accident lawsuits.
Wrongful death damages
When a truck accident results in a fatality, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim. These damages aim to compensate loved ones for both financial and emotional losses.
Non-economic damages: pain and suffering, emotional distress
Unlike economic damages, non-economic damages compensate for the intangible losses that cannot be measured with receipts or invoices but deeply affect victims’ lives after a truck accident.