According to insurance payouts in the U.S., it appears that the average value of an ankle fracture case is somewhere around $18,000 to $75,000. However, the actual amount that an injury victim ends up with varies significantly on many factors, like the severity of the injury, if the fracture requires surgery, and how this impacts the victim’s ability to function in their daily lives.
If you consider all the variables that are relevant to a foot and ankle injury lawsuit, settlement values can fall between $100,000 and $200,000. In the event there is permanent disability resulting from the accident, either from the ankle fracture or a combination of other injuries, it’s possible for case values to exceed $1,500,000.
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Accident Cases Involving Ankle Injuries
Injuries to the ankle are especially common in car accidents, as well as trip and falls and slip and falls. In these accidents, the foot and ankle are in a vulnerable position and likely to suffer impact that results in a fracture.
Aside from the type of fracture and the severity of pain and other symptoms, the victim’s occupation plays a critical role when it comes to the valuation of an injury claim. Based on what the person does for a living, an ankle injury may require them to stay out of work or work with restrictions for weeks or months. If you sustain a permanent injury to the ankle, that can have an effect on your ability to work at all, or you may be required to find a new line of work. In these situations, you are likely to find settlements in the 6 to 7 figure range.
How Much Do Ankle Fracture Cases Settle For?
This can be a challenging question, and many people that look up information on the subject are baffled by the wide disparity in values, which can start at around a $5,000 and go all the way up $8,000,000. First and foremost, it’s essential to distinguish between settlements versus jury verdicts, considering that only a tiny fraction of injury claims progress to a trial. So, if you were looking up jury verdicts for foot and ankle injury claims, the national average is probably around $715,000. But the median value for cases that settle out of court is usually below $75,000.
As for the payouts that exceed $1,000,000, these are rare instances that involve severe, life-altering injuries, meaning that the plaintiff is left with a permanent disability. This accounts for a small percentage of people who fracture their ankle, though it’s important to point out that even relatively minor injury cases may result in payments of $30,000 or more.
What Factors Impact the Settlement Value of Foot and Ankle Injuries?
Now, let’s talk about the various factors that are relevant to the calculation on an ankle injury settlement. As we mentioned before, the type of injury and the severity of complications are the most essential elements. These issues have a direct impact on the treatments you will need, your ability to perform your job duties, and other variables that determine the amount of economic damages you are owed.
The amount and type of evidence can also drive up the value of an ankle fracture lawsuit, particularly medical evidence from experts, like your treating physician. This is why seeking medical attention immediately if you were in an accident is critical to a successful recovery. In some cases, you may have hired experts that give their opinions, but testimony from the treating doctor is much more compelling, particularly if you had surgery to repair a fractured ankle.
Finally, there is the indisputable fact that case values are generally higher with lawsuits that are tried in court. Keep in mind, however, that you have to exhaust all options to reach a settlement before you can ask for a trial date. Trials are also incredibly expensive and time-consuming, and you always run the risk of the jury ruling in favor of the defendant. Thus, reaching a settlement is the best course of action for most accident victims, and seeking a jury verdict should always be the last resort.
Free Second Opinion on Ankle Fracture Cases
A lot of people that look up information on average case values have a pending accident claim, and feel that their case is worth more than what they’re being told by their legal representative. Or, you may have other issues with your case or your attorney that are causing you stress and dissatisfaction. It can be helpful to discuss these issues with another lawyer that’s experienced in ankle fracture injury cases.
Our law firm is happy to offer you a free second opinion on your claim for a foot or ankle injury, which you can schedule by reaching out to us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our goal is to provide you with advice and guidance, so there is no pressure to switch lawyers. We look forward to meeting you during a one-on-one second opinion consultation.
Contact the Offices of Normandie Law Firm
Our legal team has decades of experience and a proven track record of recovery in personal injury lawsuits for all types of accidents involving negligence or misconduct. We are more than ready to provide you with aggressive representation and ensure that you receive every penny you deserve from the party that harmed you.
Our law firm operates under the Zero Fee Guarantee, which is a policy where clients pay $0 out of pocket. Instead, you agree to have us deduct a percentage of your settlement at the end of your case. That means we make absolutely nothing in the event we fail to bring you compensation from an ankle fracture accident case.
If you’re ready to talk to one of our attorneys about your rights and legal options, contact our office today.
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