One of the many aspects of life affected by an injury is an inability to go to work. If you were hurt in an accident and cannot perform the functions of your job you may be concerned about your financial situation. The good news is that you may be able to collect lost wages if you can’t work because of your injuries. To learn more about your legal rights and options reach out to an experienced Middlesex County personal injury attorney today.
Can I Collect Lost Wages if I Can’t Work Because of My Injuries?
If you can’t work because of your injuries you may be able to collect lost wages. Depending on the details of your situation you can recover compensation through several avenues, most notably a personal injury claim or PIP (Personal Injury Protection).
If you were injured as a result of another person’s negligence or reckless behavior, you likely have grounds to file legal actions against the liable party. You can do this after a car accident, slip and fall, workplace incident, etc. as long as the defendant was responsible for causing the accident and injury. Through a personal injury claim or lawsuit, you can recover compensation for a multitude of costs including medical expenses, property damage, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and the loss of income.
If you were injured in a car accident in New Jersey, you could also recover lost wages through your own auto insurance. State law requires drivers to carry PIP, a no-fault insurance designed to compensate individuals involved in accidents for their economic losses related to injuries. This includes lost wages.
How Can I Recover Lost Wages?
If you are attempting to recover lost wages through a personal injury claim or lawsuit, you must provide ample evidence to support your claim. This includes medical records and testimony from doctors asserting the nature and severity of your injuries as well as how they limit your ability to perform your job. Also, collect information regarding your employment. You should have proof of the role you are in and the functions of your job as well as data on your income, bonuses, commissions, and other benefits that you are missing out on as a result of your injuries.
If you are seeking compensation through PIP, simply file a claim with your insurance provider. Personal Injury Protection is eligible for medical expenses, loss of income, and other financial losses resulting from injuries sustained in an auto accident. Provide your insurer with the same evidence described above to establish how your injuries have affected your ability to go to work and perform your job.
To learn more about your legal right to compensation after an accident and injury, consult with a skillful attorney at Stathis & Leonardis, LLC today.
