What kind of compensation can I receive if I'm injured due to someone's negligence?

The types of damages that are compensable in a personal injury case vary from state to state. Indiana law allows recovery of: Medical expenses, both past and future; Lost earnings, both past and future; Physical pain and suffering; Mental and emotional distress, such as anxiety and depression; Permanent disability; Disfigurement, such as the loss of limb or scarring; Impairment of the ability to do normal activities; Damage or destruction of property; Reimbursement of rental costs; Loss of love, affection, companionship caused by the death of a loved one; Funeral expenses.