A serious injury can affect much more than your health. If you cannot return to work, even a few weeks without a paycheck can create financial pressure. A longer absence can threaten your savings, make it difficult to pay medical bills, and raise questions about whether you will ever be able to return to the same job.
For someone whose injury causes permanent limitations, the financial consequences can extend for years.
So what happens if an injury makes you unable to work in Massachusetts?
If another person or company caused your injury through negligence, lost income and reduced earning ability may potentially be part of a personal injury claim. The exact compensation available depends on what caused the injury, how long you are unable to work, whether you can eventually return to your previous occupation, and the evidence establishing your financial losses.
Massachusetts courts recognize that an injury can affect not only
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