Vehicular accidents involving trucks are typically the most severe accidents on the highway. Trucking accident settlements are often higher than typical car accident settlements and may require more assistance to settle than other claims. Truck accident settlements depend on how the accident occurred and what type of injuries are incurred. Settlement also depends on what state the accident occurred in, how much proof the victim has and how the accident affect life not only at the time of the accident but also what is going to be the impact on the remainder of the victim's life. Damages are listed as either economic or non-economic. Economic damages are typically easy to estimate. In most cases, there is not a cap on economic damages. They are quantifiable, based on actual, obtainable figures. Economic damages include past and future loss of earnings, past and future medical bills, as well as other expenses associated with the cost of the injury, such as vehicle repair, replacement, and rental during the interim. Non-economic damages are often called ﾑpain and suffering' damages and are usually based on a jury's recommendation. Some states have a cap on non-economic damages that must be adhered to. Truck accident injury attorneys are helpful in litigating truck accident settlement to receive the maximum compensation for the accident.