Can I claim compensation for new injuries that surfaced as a result of old injuries which I already received compensation for?

Typically, the precise amount of a personal injury damage award is determined by a jury on a case-by-case basis or through a settlement outside of court. If your case was decided in court, a court may review your award and increase or decrease the final amount without a new trial or appeal. The court makes this decision based on their determination on if the award given was excessive or deficient.

If your case was won through a settlement, you may look at the settlement agreement to see if there is any provisions that prohibit future lawsuits. In many cases, the opposing counsel will write a clause that prevents lawsuits from future injuries that result from previous injuries. Moving forward, you may consult with a Personal Injury Attorney that specializes in Automobile Accidents to discuss your case.