{"id":1217,"date":"2026-08-13T01:42:30","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T01:42:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-74-180-255.nip.io\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/damages-after-limb-loss-accident\/"},"modified":"2026-09-21T20:00:33","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T20:00:33","slug":"damages-after-limb-loss-accident","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/damages-after-limb-loss-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Damages for Amputation Injury: What You Can Recover"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-secondary-background-color has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"Man sitting in a studio wearing white sneakers, showing a prosthetic lower leg.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/man-sitting-in-a-studio-wearing-white-sneakers-showing-a-pro-photo-3.jpg\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\">Amputation Injury Claims<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">What You Can Recover After an Amputation Injury<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);\">Amputation changes everything. You deserve compensation that reflects the full cost of your loss\u2014medical care, lost income, and the lifetime support you&#x27;ll need.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published September 21, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>What Damages Can You Recover After Losing a Limb in an Accident?<\/h2>\n<p>If you or someone you love has lost a limb, you are likely dealing with surgeries, fear, and a home that suddenly doesn&#8217;t work the way it used to. Money can&#8217;t undo that. But when someone else&#8217;s negligence caused it, the law lets you recover damages for amputation injury \u2014 the cost of what happened \u2014 and understanding those costs is a step toward getting your footing back.<\/p>\n<p>There are two main kinds of damages. <strong>Economic damages<\/strong> are your measurable money losses: medical bills, lost income, the cost of a prosthetic. <strong>Non-economic damages<\/strong> cover the personal toll \u2014 pain, and the parts of life you can no longer do the same way. Together they are meant to account for a lifetime, not a few months.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ll walk through every category below so you know what&#8217;s at stake before you talk to anyone. First, one honest thing: there is no fixed price for a limb, and this page will explain exactly why.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/rehabilitation-specialist-fitting-a-prosthetic-limb-on-a-pat-photo-2-3-1024x572.png\" alt=\"Rehabilitation specialist fitting a prosthetic limb on a patient in a bright clinic.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#x27;ve lost someone this way, you don&#x27;t have to sort through it alone. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Economic damages: the measurable financial losses<\/h2>\n<p>Economic damages are the costs you can document with paperwork. In the catastrophic cases our attorneys handle, they stretch across decades.<\/p>\n<p>They usually include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Past and future medical bills<\/strong> \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/amputation\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20350804\">emergency care<\/a>, the amputation surgery itself, hospital stays, and later revision surgeries. A residual limb often changes shape over time, requiring surgical revision to maintain a proper fit for the prosthetic socket.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prosthetics and their replacement cycle.<\/strong> A prosthetic limb is not a one-time cost. A basic prosthetic foot may cost $5,000\u2013$15,000, while a microprocessor-controlled knee can run $20,000\u2013$100,000 or more. These devices wear out and are typically replaced every three to five years \u2014 sometimes over 50 years for a young person. For a 30-year-old, that means 10 to 15 replacements across a lifetime.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rehabilitation<\/strong> \u2014 physical therapy, occupational therapy, pain management, and prosthetic training, often ongoing for months or years after the amputation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Home and vehicle modifications<\/strong> \u2014 ramps, widened doorways, roll-in showers, accessible kitchens, and hand controls or adaptive equipment for driving.<\/li>\n<li><strong>In-home and attendant care<\/strong> for daily tasks most people take for granted \u2014 bathing, dressing, household maintenance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost wages and out-of-pocket costs<\/strong> you have already absorbed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The prosthetic replacement cycle surprises many families. Multiply the cost of a single advanced microprocessor knee across a 50-year lifespan, and it becomes one of the largest numbers in the case \u2014 often exceeding $1 million in lifetime device costs alone.<\/p>\n<h2>Lost earning capacity: the money you can no longer earn<\/h2>\n<p>Lost wages look backward \u2014 the paychecks you&#8217;ve already missed. <strong>Lost earning capacity<\/strong> looks forward, at the income your injury has taken off the table for the rest of your working life. It is often the larger of the two.<\/p>\n<p>Losing a limb can end a career. A roofer, a nurse, a warehouse worker, or a construction laborer may not be able to return to the same job at all. You might have to switch fields, cut your hours, take a lower-paying role, or stop working.<\/p>\n<p>To prove this, lawyers work with <strong>vocational experts<\/strong>, who study what work you can realistically still do given your amputation, and <strong>forensic economists<\/strong>, who project what you would have earned over your lifetime versus what you&#8217;ll likely earn now, in today&#8217;s dollars. Younger victims often have the largest earning-capacity losses: a 25-year-old faces 40-plus years of reduced income. For a worker earning $50,000 annually, a career-ending amputation can represent a loss of $1 million or more in today&#8217;s dollars.<\/p>\n<h2>Non-economic damages: pain, suffering, and quality of life<\/h2>\n<p>Yes, you can recover damages for amputation injury that include pain and suffering. These are a recognized, real category of harm \u2014 not an add-on.<\/p>\n<p>They often include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Physical pain,<\/strong> including <a href=\"https:\/\/orthoinfo.aaos.org\/en\/diseases--conditions\/amputation\/\">phantom limb pain \u2014 real<\/a>, sometimes severe pain that feels like it comes from the missing limb. Studies show phantom pain affects 50\u201380% of amputees and can persist for years.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Emotional harm<\/strong> such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress after a sudden loss.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loss of enjoyment of life<\/strong> \u2014 the hobbies, sports, and daily routines you can&#8217;t do the same way.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disfigurement<\/strong> and its effect on identity, confidence, and relationships.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loss of consortium,<\/strong> a separate claim a spouse or family member may bring for lost companionship and support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These losses are deeply personal. Two people with the same amputation can live it very differently \u2014 which is part of why no one can quote you a number sight unseen.<\/p>\n<h2>How lifetime costs are calculated: the life care plan<\/h2>\n<p>Lifetime costs are calculated using a <strong>life care plan<\/strong> \u2014 a professional roadmap of every future need and its price. It is the backbone of a serious amputation claim.<\/p>\n<p>A credentialed life care planner reviews your medical records and prognosis, then maps out what&#8217;s ahead: surgeries, prosthetic replacements, therapy, medications, home care, and equipment. Each item gets a documented cost, adjusted for inflation and your life expectancy.<\/p>\n<p>Several experts build this picture together. Physicians confirm the medical needs. Life care planners project the costs. Economists translate it into a lifetime figure. Vocational experts address the work impact. The <strong>level<\/strong> of the amputation matters too \u2014 losing an arm affects daily function differently than losing a leg, as our page on upper-limb amputation claims explains. In most limb-loss claims, these future costs \u2014 not the past bills \u2014 are the largest part of the case.<\/p>\n<h2>How much is a limb-loss claim worth? Why we won&#8217;t hand you a number<\/h2>\n<p>Here is where we differ from pages that lead with a big settlement figure: <strong>we won&#8217;t give you one, and we&#8217;ll tell you why.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Any lawyer who promises you a specific dollar amount before reviewing your case isn&#8217;t being straight with you. Settlement numbers you find online are individual outcomes from specific facts \u2014 different injuries, different insurance, different states. They are not predictions for your case.<\/p>\n<p>The reason isn&#8217;t legal caution alone \u2014 it&#8217;s that the value genuinely turns on your specific facts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The level and severity of the amputation.<\/strong> An above-the-knee amputation has different lifetime needs than a partial foot or a finger.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your age and occupation,<\/strong> which shape lost earning capacity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fault.<\/strong> Florida uses a <strong>modified comparative-negligence<\/strong> rule under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7768.81<\/a>. Since a 2023 amendment, a person found <strong>more than 50% at fault<\/strong> for their own harm generally cannot recover damages, and any recovery is reduced by your share of fault.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Available insurance.<\/strong> Practically, the money on the table often depends on the at-fault party&#8217;s coverage limits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>So the honest first step is a careful look at your situation \u2014 not a quick quote.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Wrongful death: when a catastrophic amputation injury is fatal<\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes an amputation injury this severe cannot be survived \u2014 complications like massive blood loss, severe infection, or septic shock can prove fatal. When that happens, the surviving family may bring a <strong>wrongful-death claim<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Wrongful Death Act (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/0768PART02ContentsIndex.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7\u00a7768.16\u2013768.26<\/a>) lets close family members seek compensation for funeral and burial costs, the loss of the person&#8217;s financial support, and the loss of their companionship and guidance. If you&#8217;ve lost someone this way, you don&#8217;t have to sort through it alone. Our guide on wrongful-death claims explains the next steps for families.<\/p>\n<h2>Evidence that supports the value of your claim<\/h2>\n<p>Strong evidence is what turns a claim&#8217;s value from a guess into a documented figure. The more complete the record, the harder it is to dispute.<\/p>\n<p>Helpful evidence includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical records,<\/strong> surgical reports, and documents describing your long-term prognosis.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bills and receipts<\/strong> for every cost, including out-of-pocket expenses and prosthetic device invoices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Employment and income records<\/strong> to prove lost wages and earning capacity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Photographs, incident reports, and other proof<\/strong> of how the accident happened.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Expert reports,<\/strong> such as the life care plan, economic analysis, and vocational assessment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Deadlines matter too. For many Florida negligence claims that arose <strong>on or after March 24, 2023<\/strong>, you generally have <strong>two years<\/strong> to file under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a795.11<\/a>. Acting early also protects evidence before it disappears. Our <a href=\"\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/amputation-lawsuit-timeline-what-to-expect\/\">amputation lawsuit timeline<\/a> shows what to expect step by step.<\/p>\n<h2>When the amputation came later: delayed and secondary limb loss<\/h2>\n<p>Losing a limb weeks or months after an accident is still fully compensable. Not every limb can be saved right away \u2014 infection, failed treatment, or worsening complications can force surgery later.<\/p>\n<p>That delayed loss is still tied to the original negligence. If a truck crash or an unsafe property caused the injury that led to the amputation, the responsible party can be held accountable for the full result. Learn more on our page about delayed and secondary amputation injuries.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I have to go to court to recover damages?<\/summary><p>Many amputation claims settle without a trial. But being prepared to go to court often strengthens your position in negotiations.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Who pays the damages in an <a href=\"\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/\">amputation injury claim<\/a>?<\/summary><p>Usually the at-fault party&#8217;s insurer. In a truck crash, that may be the trucking company&#8217;s insurer; in a case involving an attack on an unsafe property, it may be the property owner&#8217;s insurer.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I still recover if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p>Possibly. Under Florida&#8217;s comparative-negligence rule, your recovery is reduced by your share of fault, and being more than 50% at fault generally bars recovery. A lawyer can assess how this applies to your facts.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/close-up-of-a-young-girl-s-bandaged-leg-as-she-sits-in-a-whe-photo-6-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a young girl&amp;#x27;s bandaged leg as she sits in a wheelchair during recovery.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Talk to a catastrophic injury lawyer about your losses<\/h2>\n<p>Understanding your damages is a first step toward rebuilding. You don&#8217;t have to figure out the numbers alone, and asking questions costs you nothing.<\/p>\n<p>CHG Personal Injury Lawyers is a Florida-based firm with licensed attorneys who handle catastrophic cases nationwide, in English and Spanish. We focus exclusively on serious, life-altering injuries \u2014 including limb loss from truck crashes and attacks on unsafe property.<\/p>\n<p>We can&#8217;t promise a result, and no honest lawyer can. What we can do is listen, explain your options, and help you understand what a full claim looks like. <a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request your free case evaluation<\/a> whenever you&#8217;re ready \u2014 there&#8217;s no pressure and no cost to talk.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Types of Damages You May Recover<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medical and Rehabilitation Costs<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Surgery, hospitalization, prosthetics, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and ongoing medical care\u2014often for the rest of your life.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lost Wages and Earning Capacity<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Income you&#x27;ve lost and the reduction in what you can earn going forward, accounting for your changed ability to work.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pain, Suffering, and Loss of Enjoyment<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compensation for the physical pain, emotional trauma, and the activities and independence you&#x27;ve lost.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assistive Devices and Home Modifications<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prosthetics, wheelchairs, adaptive equipment, and changes to your home to make it accessible and safe.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--lightbulb\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caregiver and In-Home Support<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cost of personal care assistance, nursing, or household help you now require.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vocational Retraining<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Education and training to help you return to work in a role suited to your new abilities.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How Damages Are Calculated<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Economic Damages<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are measurable costs: medical bills, therapy expenses, prosthetic devices, home modifications, lost income, and the cost of future care. We work with medical providers and vocational counselors to document what you&#x27;ll actually need and what it will cost.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Non-Economic Damages<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These account for your pain, suffering, emotional distress, loss of companionship, and the permanent change to your quality of life. There&#x27;s no invoice for these losses, but they are real and significant\u2014and the law recognizes your right to be compensated for them.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Settlement vs. Trial<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many amputation claims resolve through negotiation with the at-fault party&#x27;s insurer. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which strengthens our position in settlement talks and ensures you&#x27;re ready if court becomes necessary.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Pays<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually the at-fault party&#x27;s liability insurer. In a truck crash, that&#x27;s the trucking company&#x27;s insurer; in a workplace accident, it may be workers&#x27; compensation; in a negligent security case, the property owner&#x27;s insurer. We identify all responsible parties and their coverage.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Time Matters<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Amputation claims involve complex medical evidence, long-term cost projections, and often multiple defendants and insurers. The sooner you connect with a lawyer, the sooner we can preserve evidence, gather medical records, and begin building your case.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common Questions About Amputation Damages<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will my case go to court?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many amputation claims settle without trial. However, we prepare every case thoroughly for court, which strengthens your negotiating position and ensures you&#x27;re ready if the insurer won&#x27;t offer fair compensation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does it take to recover damages?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Settlement timelines vary. Some cases resolve in months; others take longer if they require trial. We work to move your case forward while ensuring we don&#x27;t rush into an unfair offer.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if I was partially at fault?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida law allows you to recover damages even if you share some responsibility for the accident, as long as you were not more than 50% at fault. We evaluate the facts carefully to determine liability.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much is my case worth?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every amputation case is unique. The value depends on your age, income, the specific limb lost, your medical needs, and the circumstances of the accident. We evaluate all these factors to estimate what your claim is worth.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">You Don&#x27;t Pay Unless There&#x27;s a Recovery<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Contact CHG Personal Injury Lawyers for a free case evaluation. 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We handle amputation injury claims on a contingency basis\u2014no fees unless we recover compensation for you.<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/upper-limb-amputation-claims\/\">Loss of Fingers, Hand, or Arm: Upper-Limb Amputation Claims Explained<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/delayed-secondary-amputation-injury\/\">When a Serious Injury Requires Amputation Later: Delayed and Secondary Amputations<\/a><\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Recover damages for amputation injury including medical costs, prosthetics, lost income, and pain &#038; suffering. 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