How Is Compensation Calculated in a Mississippi Personal Injury Case?
How Is Compensation Calculated in a Mississippi Personal Injury Case?
When someone is injured due to another party’s negligence in Mississippi, one of the most pressing questions is: How much is my case worth? The answer depends on multiple factors. At J. Madison Brooks III, Attorney at Law, we help injury victims in Greenville and throughout Mississippi understand their rights and fight for the full compensation they are owed.
Understanding Damages in Mississippi
In Mississippi personal injury cases, compensation (or “damages”) falls into two categories:
1. Economic Damages
These are quantifiable losses, including:
- Medical expenses (past and future)
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Property damage
- Out-of-pocket costs (such as transportation to medical appointments)
2. Non-Economic Damages
These are more subjective and may include:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of companionship or consortium
Mississippi law currently caps non-economic damages in most personal injury cases at $1,000,000. However, there is no cap on economic damages, meaning your actual financial losses can be fully recovered if proven.
Comparative Negligence in Mississippi
Mississippi follows a pure comparative negligence rule. This means that if you were partially at fault for the accident, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
Example: If you're awarded $100,000 but found 20% at fault, you can still recover $80,000.
Factors That Influence Compensation
Several elements can affect the total value of a personal injury claim, such as:
- Severity of injuries
- Length of recovery
- Whether the injury causes permanent disability
- Impact on your ability to work
- Clear evidence of the other party’s fault
- Insurance policy limits
Let Us Help You Pursue the Compensation You Deserve
At J. Madison Brooks III, Attorney at Law, we provide legal assistance to individuals in Greenville, Mississippi who are navigating the aftermath of serious accidents. If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, we can help evaluate your claim and pursue every dollar of compensation available to you under the law.
