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Everyone there was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. My car was totaled, and I was a little intimidated talking with a couple of other lawyers in Greenville. But with Christian and Christian, not only did they answer my questions, but they did so in a way that made what could have been a hectic situation, easy. Overall, an excellent experience with high quality lawyers who truly go above and beyond and really try to get you the results or answers you need.
—Rob Young
I met Josh like 4 years ago when my Son was injured at Daycare. He was very concerned about the well being of my Child and Me. Very Understanding Professional and Just a great Staff. If You need a Lawyer that’s all about YOU this is the Place. I just closed a Case on 6/23/2021 from a injury on a Property. They handled everything because no one else would help Me. I’m forever grateful for Your hard Work and Time. Once again Thank You Josh and Sally.
—Rezillai Henderson
My husband was referred to this law firm from another lawyer after his mother passed away while residing in a nursing home. Matt took on his case and we are pleased with how everything turned out. It took a long, long time to finally settle, but it was worth the wait. The staff here is friendly and I’d be happy to recommend them to anyone needing legal assistance.
— Jen
I was referred to Harold by a family friend, and I couldn’t be happier. He took the time to listen to my case, answered all my questions and truly treated me like a friend not a client. His knowledge of medical malpractice is priceless he actually successfully won, one of the first medical malpractice cases in Greenville County.
— Lindsey
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South Carolina Economic Damages Attorneys
If you’re unfamiliar with medical malpractice cases, you’re probably unaware of the long-term economic damages it can cause you, your family, and anyone involved in the case. Medical malpractice is, unfortunately, all-too common due to medication errors, surgical mistakes, birthing injuries and more.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice is the term used to describe a case which involves the incorrect dosage or procedure in a hospital setting. When medical care falls short, and you’re left with long-term pain and suffering, it’s time to consider filing a medical malpractice lawsuit.
When filing a medical malpractice lawsuit, the primary reason is to recover damages cause by the incorrect medication or botched surgery, however, many of these damages are economic, meaning the damages produced by medical malpractice caused financial loss. If you’re suing for medical malpractice and include economic damages in your case, keep in mind the statute of limitations, which is generally three years in South Carolina.
What are Economic Damages?
Economic damages are any type of costs associated with your medical malpractice case that caused financial loss. These damages include medical bills, lost wages, reduced earnings, damaged property and life-care services. In contrary, non-economic damages (general damages) include your overall pain and suffering, mental anguish, and long-term disability.
When you decide to sue for medical malpractice, it’s important to discuss both economic and general damages with your lawyer. Since medical malpractice cases are extremely complicated, you should always have a record on hand. This means, when you come to see the attorneys at Christian & Christian Law in South Carolina, we ask that you bring receipts, documentation, short and long-term disability records, lost wages records and anything else that relates to your malpractice accident.
Did you know you can also include expected payments for future appointments in your medical malpractice lawsuit? If you’re expecting to attend long-term physical therapy, chiropractic care, etc., and you pay out of pocket for those expenses, please bring those records and appointment dates with you as well. Suing for economic damages can include anything in the past and anything expected in the future.
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If you’ve experienced financial loss and hardship due to medical malpractice, it’s time to contact Christian & Christian Law in Greenville. Our team of experience attorneys are some of the most sought-after medical malpractice lawyers across Darlington, Florence, and the greater upstate of South Carolina. See how you can file your personal injury case for economic damages with our team of trusted attorneys today!
If you’ve experienced financial loss and hardship due to medical malpractice, our South Carolina economic damages attorneys are here for you. Call us.
Frequently Asked Questions – Economic Damages in Greenville, SC
Economic damages are the objectively verifiable financial losses you suffer as a result of an injury. Unlike non-economic damages, which are subjective, economic damages have a clear dollar amount. They are calculated based on documents and receipts, such as medical bills, wage statements, and repair estimates. An attorney can help you identify and calculate all of your economic losses.
Economic damages can include a wide range of financial losses. This includes past and future medical expenses, such as hospital bills, doctor visits, physical therapy, and medication. It also covers lost wages and lost earning capacity, as well as property damage, such as the cost to repair or replace your vehicle. Other expenses, like hiring help for household tasks, are also considered economic damages.
Lost wages are calculated based on the income you have already lost due to your injury. Lost earning capacity, however, is a more complex calculation that projects your future financial losses if your injury permanently affects your ability to work or requires you to take a lower-paying job. This often requires the testimony of an economic expert to project your losses over the course of your career.
The key difference is that economic damages are quantifiable financial losses, while non-economic damages are subjective, non-monetary losses. Non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life, are harder to calculate but can be just as significant. In many cases, an attorney will fight for both types of compensation.
To prove economic damages, you need to provide documentation of all of your financial losses. This can include medical bills, receipts for medication and medical devices, pay stubs or wage statements, income tax returns, and repair estimates for property damage. A qualified attorney can help you gather all of the necessary documentation to build a strong case.
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Everyone there was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. My car was totaled, and I was a little intimidated talking with a couple of other lawyers in Greenville. But with Christian and Christian, not only did they answer my questions, but they did so in a way that made what could have been a hectic situation, easy. Overall, an excellent experience with high quality lawyers who truly go above and beyond and really try to get you the results or answers you need.