Loss of consortium is another way to say “loss of companionship” or “loss of affection”. This occurs when a someone suffers the loss of a spouse, child, or parent due to a fatal accident. Loss of consortium can also be seen when a loved one sustains severe, debilitating injuries due to a horrific accident. When this happens, spouses, children, and parents are able to claim loss of consortium.
An Example of Loss of Consortium
After a mother is hurt in a car wreck, she may no longer be able to coach the soccer team, pick up her baby, or do other similar bonding activities with her child. The child then has a loss of consortium claim in addition to the parent’s bodily injury claim.
A spouse hurt badly in a car accident or may not be able to give the same level of love or companionship as they did before the auto accident, including but not limited to sexual relations.
Loss of consortium is one of many examples of additional damage claims that can be made when you have an attorney handling your injury claim.
Injured in an Accident? Carrollton Injury Law Can Help.
Carrollton Injury Law is the Personal Personal Injury Law firm. We understand that our clients have been through a lot in their accident, and we are here to help get the most money possible for their injury claim. We have the knowledge and experience to know to look for things like loss of consortium and other damages in an accident injury claim. If you have been injured in an accident, call or text us at 972-360-9898 for your free injury claim evaluation. We will show you how we put Personal back into Personal Injury Law.
