What if I have a pre-existing medical condition?

You can still seek compensation from the individual responsible for your accident. The compensation awarded may be adjusted to consider your pre-existing condition, but you have the right to hold another party accountable for worsening your condition. The principle of “taking the injured party as they are” applies, making it irrelevant to consider whether someone without your condition would have experienced the same injury. However, such cases often involve added complexity and may necessitate the guidance of specialists, making it crucial to engage the services of a lawyer.