Permanent scarring carries lasting physical and emotional costs. Here is how these damages are valued in a Vermont claim.
More Than Skin Deep
Permanent scars and disfigurement — from burns, lacerations, dog bites, or surgery — can affect appearance, function, and self-image for life, especially when on the face or visible areas.
Valuing These Damages
Scarring and disfigurement support non-economic damages for the permanent change and its emotional impact, in addition to the cost of any corrective or reconstructive procedures. The location, visibility, and permanence of the scar all matter.
Documenting the Harm
Photographs over time, medical opinions on permanence and treatment options, and testimony about the personal impact build the value of these claims.
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