How to Make Car Accident Compensation Claims When submitting car accident compensation claims, there are a few factors to be considered. These include pain and suffering along with economic losses and loss of quality life. You have three years from the date of the accident to file a claim should you suffer a serious injury. Pain and suffering Pain and suffering are considered non-economic damages. This type of damage is not fixed in dollars. It can be calculated differently based upon the severity of the injuries and also the duration of the