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Pain and Suffering Damages in Connecticut<\/h1>\n
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Connecticut may be well known for offering relaxing weekends away from Manhattan, but what happens if your retreat leaves you with more than just medical bills? You used to love horseback riding, and now even watching Black Beauty<\/i> gives you nightmares<\/a>. If an injury<\/a> turned your life upside down, you may be entitled to compensation<\/a> for more than just your medical expenses. Read on to learn about pain and suffering damages in Connecticut.<\/p>\r\n

Noneconomic Damages<\/h2>\r\n

In Connecticut, pain and suffering damages are available as part of the larger category known as "noneconomic damages." The Chief Attorney in Connecticut reported that noneconomic damages<\/a> can include:<\/p>\r\n