How to Make Car Accident Compensation Claims When submitting claims for compensation for car accidents there are a few things to consider. These include suffering and pain, economic losses, and loss of quality of life. If you suffer a serious injury, you should be aware that the time for filing an injury claim begins three years after the date of the accident. Pain and suffering Non-economic damages can include the suffering and pain. This kind of loss is not determined in dollars. It can be calculated differently based on the severity of the