What is the average spinal cord injury settlement?
Spinal cord injury settlements vary widely based on individual circumstances, including injury extent, medical expenses, lost income, and overall impact. Settlement amounts are typically higher than average personal injury cases, reflecting the severity of these injuries. Although these accident cases often involve larger settlements due to more serious injuries, we evaluate every case individually on its merits and the unique impact the accident had on you.
As most people would expect, an accident case involving a permanent and debilitating injury will tend to result in a higher settlement or jury verdict than a more minor accident involving injuries that heal within months. More serious injuries generally result in higher damages for which the victim can pursue under Colorado law. SCIs often result in more serious diagnostic and rehabilitative medical expenses. There is also a greater likelihood of lost past and future earnings due to disability. Your home and vehicle may need expensive modifications to assist with your new physical condition. Additionally, the non-economic damages such as pain and suffering and loss of quality of life tend to be higher due to the more severe nature of injury and effect on your life. According to a Forbes report, spinal cord injury settlements can range from $100,000 to $1 million (or more) in damages.
Consulting with a personal injury attorney is crucial to understanding available legal options and pursuing rightful compensation. Experienced attorneys can identify liable parties, gather essential evidence, and negotiate comprehensive settlement agreements. Proving the full value of damages in a case involving permanent injuries requires a knowledgeable and experienced attorney who knows how to investigate and develop evidence of your past and future effects from the accident. It is also vital that you have an attorney on your side thoroughly exploring all possible avenues of recovery.
Insurance companies and defendants, such as trucking companies, often fight SCI claims aggressively due to the potential liability for a six or seven figure claim. They will explore alternative explanations for symptoms, such as pre-existing conditions, and liability, such as comparative negligence. The best avenue to pursue full compensation for your injuries is with a personal injury lawyer experienced with catastrophic injury claims.
If you sustained injuries in an accident in Colorado, contact the personal injury lawyers at Front Range Injury Attorneys today to schedule your free consultation. Our experienced legal team are knowledgeable and zealous advocates for our clients and their cases. We treat our clients as people, not case files. Learn more about how we can help you pursue compensation for your injuries and damages. Contact our Denver law firm to learn more.
