How to Make Car Accident Compensation Claims When submitting claims for compensation from a car accident there are several aspects to consider. These include suffering and pain, economic losses as well as loss of quality of life. If you suffer a serious injury, you should be aware that your time to make a claim begins three years from the date of the accident. Pain and suffering Pain and suffering are considered non-economic damages. This type of damage doesn't have a fixed dollar amount, so it may be calculated differently based on the sever