You may also be awarded damages for the replacement or repair of any property harmed in an accident. Automobile damage, for example, is a common occurrence in personal injury cases.
In addition to the costs of repair and loss of value to the car, you may also be able to receive compensation for damage to property contained within the car (such as your MP3 player, global positioning device and cell phone), as well as reimbursement for obtaining substitute transportation during the repair period.
Placing a value on the property damage is a complicated process and may require the opinion of an expert appraiser. This professional will determine whether or not the property has been totally ruined or retains any salvage value whatsoever.
If the property is useless, damages can be requested in the amount of its fair market value prior to the accident. If repair is an option, compensation for loss of use by the owner can be added to the cost of the repair itself.
Other elements that can be factored into the property damage equation are interest and loss of profit, particularly in those instances in which the property is used in one's employment.
At the Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone, serving Boston, Worcester, Springfield, and communities throughout Massachusetts, an experienced personal injury attorney will assist you or your loved one in your case.
Remember, your initial consultation is free, and you don't pay us unless you win.
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