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Broken bones, whiplash, and head injuries cause physical pain and suffering, but the financial impact of personal injuries can be even more profound. From medical expenses to lost wages, personal injuries have the potential to leave you facing a financial black hole. However, if you were injured and it was not your fault, you may have the right to pursue compensation that could help you recover both physically and financially.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After suffering a personal injury<\/a>, you may be bombarded with conflicting information about your rights. If you listen to the insurance company, you may feel you have little recourse to damages. Yet, with proper legal representation, you may discover you have the right to pursue financial support for the losses you have suffered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Losses After Personal Injuries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In legal terms, the expenses you suffer as a direct result of your personal injury are called \u201closses.\u201d The purpose of economic compensation in a personal injury claim is to make you \u201cwhole\u201d again, so the compensation you receive should cover all your financial losses related to your personal injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under Arkansas law, for instance, you may have the right to receive compensation for the following expenses related to your accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medical expenses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Soon after an accident, you may face bills for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n