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        "text": "In a medical negligence lawsuit, you may be able to recover various types of damages depending on the specifics of your case. These can include economic damages such as medical expenses (past and future), lost wages or earning capacity, and costs for rehabilitation or long-term care. Non-economic damages may cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and disfigurement. The goal of damages is to compensate you for losses caused by the medical negligence.",
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  "description": "You may recover economic damages like medical bills and lost wages, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering, depending on your case."
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