A spinal cord injury can require lifelong medical care, home modifications, assistive equipment, and personal attendants. These future costs often dwarf the immediate hospital bills.
Calculating Lifetime Costs
A proper claim uses life-care planners and economists to project decades of expense.
Lost Earning Capacity
Beyond current wages, the law recognizes diminished future earning capacity. Documenting what you could have earned is central to full recovery.
Don't Settle Too Soon
Insurers often offer fast settlements that ignore future needs. Once you settle, you can't reopen the claim — making experienced valuation essential.
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