Emotional and Psychological Damages in Missouri Personal Injury Claims

When most people think of personal injury claims, they picture physical harm—broken bones, surgeries, or lasting physical disabilities. But not all injuries are visible. Many accident victims suffer emotional and psychological damages such as anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

In Missouri, these types of damages are recognized under personal injury law. If someone else’s negligence caused your accident, you may be entitled to compensation for the mental and emotional toll it has taken on your life.

At Finder Law, LLC, we know that emotional injuries are just as real—and just as life-altering—as physical ones. Here’s what you need to know about recovering for these damages in Missouri.

Emotional and psychological damages (sometimes called “pain and suffering” or “non-economic damages”) include the mental and emotional effects of an accident. Examples include:

• Anxiety or panic attacks
• Depression or mood changes
• Sleep disturbances or nightmares
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Emotional distress tied to disfigurement or disability

These conditions may develop after a serious car accident, slip and fall, workplace injury, or other traumatic event.

Yes. Missouri law allows personal injury victims to recover compensation for non-economic damages, which includes emotional and psychological suffering. However, these damages can be harder to prove because they are not tied to a simple bill or receipt like medical expenses.

Courts and insurance companies typically consider:



• Medical records from psychologists, therapists, or doctors
• Testimony from mental health professionals
• Your own account of how the injury has impacted your daily life
• Statements from family and friends about changes in your behavior or quality of life
  

Insurance companies may try to minimize or deny emotional injury claims, suggesting that your suffering is exaggerated or unrelated to the accident. This is why it’s critical to have an experienced Missouri personal injury attorney who can present strong evidence and advocate for your full recovery.

If proven, compensation for emotional distress may include:

• Costs of counseling, therapy, or medication
• Compensation for pain and suffering
• Loss of quality of life
• Future treatment for ongoing conditions
  

Emotional and psychological damages are often the hardest part of a case to prove, but also some of the most important. Without legal representation, you risk settling for far less than you deserve.

At Finder Law, LLC, we understand how emotional trauma affects every part of your life—your work, your relationships, and your future. We fight to make sure insurance companies and courts take your suffering seriously.

If you’ve suffered emotional or psychological damages after an accident in Missouri, you don’t have to go through the process alone. You deserve compensation for the full impact of your injuries, both physical and emotional.

Call Daniel Finder at Finder Law, LLC today for a free consultation. Let us protect your rights and fight for the settlement you deserve.