“Disabling” injuries are injuries which result in a legally-recognized disability, which in turn is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as a mental or physical impairment which “substantially limits” major life functions including but not limited to:
– Generally caring for oneself – Manual tasks – Hearing/seeing – Eating/sleeping – Walking/standing – Bending/lifting – Speaking/communicating – Thinking, concentrating, reading, and learning – Working
Social Security uses a slightly different definition of “disability,” resulting in some accident-victims struggling to fully recover their lost earning potential. If you’ve been seriously injured in an accident due to the negligence of a person or business, speak with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
– Common disabling injuries – Auto accidents and workplace accidents are among the primary causes in the U.S., and the most common form of disability, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), is a “mobility disability,” which is generally measured based on the victim’s ability to walk or climb stairs. The second-most common disabling injuries are “cognitive disabilities,” which are measured based on the victim’s concentration and memory.
– Lost earning potential – Also known as “lost earning capacity” and “future lost wages,” this refers to your decreased ability or inability to earn the wages you were able to earn prior to the accident. While “actual lost wages” can be proven with pay stubs and tax returns, calculating future lost earning potential is more complicated and requires the assistance of an experienced attorney to ensure that you can be fully compensated for your injuries.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to negligence, contact Mike Agruss Law for a free consultation. We are a Chicago-based injury law firm representing individuals (and their families) who have suffered an injury in an accident. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.
Lastly, Mike Agruss Law is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.
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