How to Make Car Accident Compensation Claims When making claims for compensation in the event of a car accident there are some factors to be considered. These include pain and suffering, economic losses, and loss of quality of life. You have three years from the date of the accident to file a claim if you suffer a serious injury. The two most painful things that happen in life are suffering and pain Non-economic damages can include the suffering and pain. This type of damage doesn't have a fixed dollar amount, and can be calculated differentl