How Much Can I Expect from a Herniated Disc Settlement?
If you were in an accident and suffered a herniated disc, you may be wondering how much of a settlement to expect for a herniated disc.
If so, this article should be helpful to you as we discuss some basics about herniated discs, herniated disc settlements, and the types of damages you can recover in a suit.
Further, if you suffered a herniated disc in an accident, you should reach out to an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
At Starpoint Law, we have seasoned attorneys who have helped people recover the most compensation possible for their herniated discs.
If you would like to schedule an appointment to discuss your case, you can reach out to us online or call us at 310-340-2981.
So, What Is a Herniated Disc?
According to the Mayo Clinic, a herniated disc refers to a problem with one of the discs that sit between the bones that stack to make up your spine.
A spinal disc has a soft center that is surrounded by a tougher, almost rubbery exterior. When you suffer a slipped or ruptured disc, it is due to some of the soft center slipping out of the tougher exterior.
These types of injuries can be extremely painful, and they can also cause weakness in the body’s upper or lower extremities.
In the most severe cases, they can also cause permanent damage to your spinal cord, resulting in paralysis.
Some herniated discs heal on their own, but sometimes, you may need surgery to correct the problem.
Common Symptoms of Herniated Discs
Some common symptoms of herniated discs include:
- Pain in one side of the body,
- Pain or numbness in the leg or hip,
- Pain or numbness in the calves or soles of the feet,
- Back pain that worsens when sitting or standing, and
- Unexplained muscle weakness.
If you believe you might have a herniated disc, you should seek treatment from a medical expert immediately.
Is a Herniated Disc a Disability?
If a herniated disc causes lasting problems, it can be considered a disability.
For instance, if your herniated disc limits your ability to sit for long periods of time or move around, you could be considered to have a disability that qualifies for Social Security Disability compensation.
What Types of Accidents Can Cause a Herniated Disc?
Some of the common types of accidents that can lead to a herniated disc include:
- Car accidents,
- Slip and fall accidents,
- Pedestrian accidents,
- Motorcycle accidents, and
- Workplace accidents.
These are just some of the types of accidents that can lead to a herniated disc. A herniated disc can happen due to a number of different types of accidents.
How Much Is My Herniated Disc Worth?
Because every case is different, there is no accurate way to determine how much your herniated disc settlement will actually be worth without knowing the details of your case. However, there are some factors that will affect your settlement amount.
Herniated Disc Settlement Calculator
Some factors that will affect your potential settlement amount for your herniated disc include:
- The seriousness of the accident that caused your injury,
- The type of injuries you incurred,
- Your age and medical history,
- The type of treatment required for your herniated disc,
- Who was at fault in the accident, and
- The amount of insurance coverage.
Your attorney can assess your individual circumstances and help you estimate the potential value of your claim.
Recoverable Herniated Disk DamagesÂ
In a herniated disc lawsuit, you may be able to recover both economic damages and non-economic damages.
Economic damages, otherwise known as pecuniary damages, stem from things that are easy to calculate or quantifiable in nature.
Non-economic damages, on the other hand, are sometimes called non-pecuniary damages because they are much harder to quantify in terms of economic value.
Some examples of economic damages include:
- Hospital visit costs,
- Doctor’s bills,
- Costs of treatment,
- Costs of medication, and
- Property damage costs.
Some examples of non-economic, or non-pecuniary damages include:
- Pain and suffering,
- Emotional distress,
- Permanent impairment or disfigurement,
- Loss of consortium, and
- Loss of enjoyment of life.
These damages are much harder to quantify, but they are still available to you if you suffered a serious injury during an accident.
Moving Forward: Assessing How Much Your Herniated Disc is Worth
At Starpoint Law, the results we get for our clients in herniated disc settlements are unmatched. In fact, we have never lost a case!
We offer a free, one-on-one personal injury consultation. If you would like to discuss your case and get a more accurate estimate of how much of a settlement to expect for a herniated disc, don’t hesitate to reach out to us today. Â
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Aidin Ghavimi
Aidin is a partner at Starpoint LC, Attorneys at Law, and focuses on personal injury and employment law cases in and around Southern California. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the Loyola School of Law and his Bachelor’s from USC. Aidin’s primary goal is to bring justice to his clients and to ensure they are able to move on with their lives after a serious injury.
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