Medical & Injury Terms

Prognosis

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A medical prediction about the likely course and outcome of an injury or illness.

In Personal Injury Cases

Your prognosis affects case value significantly. A good prognosis may mean lower damages; a poor prognosis may support substantial future damages.

Related Legal Terms

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)

The point at which an injury has healed as much as it ever will, and no further significant improvement is expected.

Future Damages

Compensation for losses that will continue or occur after the trial, such as ongoing medical care or lost earning capacity.

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