Emotional Distress Compensation Guide

Summary

Emotional distress compensation in New York can vary significantly, depending on the severity of the distress and its impact on the victims life. In cases involving threats, such as a co-worker screaming a death threat, the compensation can range from a few thousand to several hundred thousand dollars. The claimants ability to prove the emotional impact, such as PTSD, will be crucial in determining the award. Legal advice from a personal injury attorney can provide guidance tailored to the specifics of the case.

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in a civil case, how much might be awarded to someone who has emotional damages because a co-worker screamed a death threat at her?
Emotional damages can be highly variable and depend on the specifics of the case, including the severity of the emotional distress and any documented impact on the individual's life. In New York, awards for emotional distress can range from a few thousand dollars to several hundred thousand, depending on the evidence presented.
Could you provide more details about the emotional impact this incident had on the person involved?
she claims ptsd, after a * second office argument that went out of control where the defendant screamed "I will fucking kill you if you don't shut up"
she claims ptsd, after a * second office argument that went out of control where the defendant screamed "I will fucking kill you if you don't shut up"