What compensation can you receive in an amputation case?

While no compensation can make up for the loss of a limb, you are still able to seek compensation for certain types of damages in an amputation case. The damages you can receive compensation for in an amputation case include:

  • Medical expenses (past and future)
  • Rehabilitation
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Medications
  • Lost wages
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Loss of household services
  • Assistive devices and transportation
  • Prosthetic limbs
  • Physical pain and suffering – including “Phantom” pain
  • Mental anguish
  • Emotional distress
  • Scarring and disfigurement
  • Inability to perform certain functions
  • Loss of enjoyment of life