Loss of consortium

**Loss of Consortium**

“Loss of consortium” refers to the deprivation of the benefits of a family relationship due to injuries caused by another party. Typically used in legal contexts, this term describes the loss experienced by a spouse or close family member when an injured individual can no longer provide companionship, affection, support, or intimacy. Claims for loss of consortium are often part of personal injury or wrongful death lawsuits, seeking compensation for the emotional and relational damages suffered alongside physical injuries.