What damages are typically awarded for direct loss or injury to a person?

Compensatory damages are typically awarded to compensate a person for actual losses or injuries suffered, and they can include both economic and non-economic losses. Economic losses, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage, can be quantified and are aimed at restoring the injured party to their financial position prior to the injury. Non-economic losses encompass pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life, which, while more subjective, reflect the personal impact of the injury on the individual.

In a claim for direct loss or injury to a person, the focus is on adequately compensating for the various effects of that injury, thereby making compensatory damages the appropriate category for such awards.