After a successful lawsuit for a birth injury in New Jersey, the compensation awarded will typically go to the injured child and their family. The damages awarded in a birth injury lawsuit are intended to cover the expenses and losses incurred by the injured child and their family as a result of the injury.
In most cases, the damages awarded in a birth injury lawsuit will cover medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, future medical expenses, and loss of earning capacity. Non-economic damages such as physical disability, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life may also be awarded.
It is important to work with an experienced birth injury attorney in New Jersey to accurately assess the damages and ensure that you receive the full compensation you are entitled to. The attorney will work with the injured child’s family to determine the appropriate compensation amount based on the specific circumstances of the case. The compensation awarded will typically be paid by the defendant or their insurance company.
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