Cervical Disc Herniation Settlement Amounts South Carolina

Cervical herniated disc injuries refer to damage to the discs in the cervical spine, often caused by external forces such as a car accident, sports injury, or heavy lifting. These injuries can range from mild to severe. Symptoms of a herniated disc injury may include neck pain, numbness, tingling, weakness in the arms or hands, and in more severe cases, loss of mobility, chronic pain, or even paralysis. A cervical herniated disc injury can have long-term effects on physical abilities, causing limitations in daily activities and work, depending on the injury’s severity. Treatment for a cervical herniated disc typically involves medical intervention, physical therapy, pain management, and in some cases, surgery.

 

In South Carolina, settlements for cervical herniated disc injuries can vary widely depending on factors such as the severity of the injury, medical expenses, lost wages, and the long-term care required.  If you have suffered a cervical herniated disc injury due to someone else’s negligence, it is advisable to consult a personal injury attorney to best determine what you might expect for a settlement. A skilled lawyer can help you understand your rights, gather necessary evidence, and negotiate with insurance companies to secure fair compensation. Given the complexities involved in herniated disc cases, seeking legal counsel promptly can ensure that you receive the support and compensation you deserve. Contact the Lovely Law Firm today to set up a free case evaluation.

 

 

What is the Average Payout for Herniated Disc Injuries?

 

It can be difficult to determine an accurate average for herniated disc due to the varying factors of these types of cases. For example, how much a 2 herniated disc settlement ends up being may differ than how much a 4 herniated disc settlement finalizes for because more discs have been injured in the latter example. The severity of the injury is one of the main factors considered when determining herniated disc settlement amounts, but it is not the only factor. The victim’s health history and whether they had any pre-existing back problems will be examined, as will the impact the injury has on their life, and whether they were at all at fault for the accident. How much compensation you get for a cervical herniated disc settlement in South Carolina (or any herniated disc for that matter) will vary based on all of these unique circumstances. Based on our own settlement data on this page, the average South Carolina cervical herniated disc accident settlement is between $65,000 to $725,000. Every single accident case involving herniated disc injuries is different. It is always best to speak with an experienced accident lawyer near you for a more accurate case evaluation.

 

Recent South Carolina Cervical Disc Herniation Settlement Amounts

We have helped many clients recover significant compensation amounts after they have been involved in serious accidents. Below are just some of the herniated disc injury settlements we have secured for our clients in Myrtle Beach and the surrounding area.

 

• Rear Ended by Dump Truck – $725,000
• Worker’s Comp Third Party Auto Accident – $449,000
• MVA Drunk Driver with Tesla in Auto Pilot – $305,852
• Rear Ended Car Accident with Preexisting Condition – $130,000
• Passenger of Rear Ended Car Accident – $120,000
• Rear-ended by a Dump Truck – $65,000

 

And see more compensation amounts we’ve won for our clients on our case settlement results page.

Rear Ended by Dump Truck Accident Settlement

Worker’s Comp Third Party Auto Accident Settlement

 

 

Rear Ended Car Accident with Preexisting Condition Settlement

 

 

 

What Effects The Value Of A South Carolina Herniated Disc Injury Settlement Amount?

The reality is that every cervical herniated disc injury claim is evaluated differently. As a result, calculating an average settlement amount can be challenging. Even when two individuals suffer similar injuries in separate incidents, the settlement amounts can vary significantly due to the unique circumstances of each victim and the specific details of the incident.

 

Victims of cervical herniated disc injuries often want to know how much their claim might be worth. In South Carolina, there are many factors that cervical herniated disc injury claims will be assessed by, the three main ones include:

Comparative Fault

Establishing fault is critical in any personal injury care and will play a major role in determining compensation for cases involving injuries like cervical disc herniation. If the responsible party is found to be entirely at fault, the injured individual may be entitled to recover full compensation for their damages. However, if the injured person is found to be partially at fault, their compensation may be reduced accordingly.

South Carolina follows comparative fault laws, which means a victim’s compensation is reduced by the percentage of fault assigned to them. For instance, if a herniated disc victim is found to be 20% at fault for the incident and the total claim is valued at $100,000, they would receive $80,000. Even when partially at fault, victims may still be eligible to recover significant compensation. Insurance companies often attempt to shift blame to minimize payouts, so it’s important to work with a skilled personal injury attorney who can ensure fault is accurately assessed and the claim’s true value is pursued.

Medical Diagnosis & Recovery

The value of a cervical disc herniation settlement will depend on the seriousness and long-term impact of the victim’s injuries. That’s why you should obtain a comprehensive medical evaluation as soon as possible after the accident and make sure to follow through with all recommended treatments. If the injuries result in permanent impairment or a diminished quality of life, the settlement value may increase significantly.

Prompt medical treatment is essential after a herniated disc injury, not only for health reasons, but also to support the injury claim. A documented medical record that links the back injuries to the incident is key to establishing a strong case and obtaining fair compensation.

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions

Insurance companies will often try to minimize the value of a claim by blaming injuries on pre-existing conditions, especially when it comes to back injuries. However, victims still have the right to seek compensation for new injuries or for aggravations of prior conditions directly caused by the incident. For example, if a previous disc injury has been worsened by the event, the victim can still pursue compensation for treatment and recovery related to the reinjury.

 

Hire A Cervical Disc Herniation Injury Attorney Near You

A herniated disc injury can be quite painful and often leads to prolonged medical treatment and rehabilitation, if not life-altering consequences. You need to know that the attorney you hire is 100% on your side and looking out for your best interests. Our team is ready to go to work for you, gathering evidence and ensuring the best outcome possible. Give us a call today to discuss your case during a free case evaluation!

 

Also see our car accident settlements page, motorcycle settlements page, and personal injury case results page for more on cases where we have helped our clients secure compensation for their injuries.

 

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Sarah Austin and her assistants were awesome. I was not getting a fair hearing from my insurance company who also represented the person whose fault the accident was. They were so efficient and knowledgeable about everything and made sure I understood the process. In what I considered a timely manner I did receive a settlement ( The most I could get). their Kindness was only exceeded by their excellence of work. I would highly recommend The Lovely Law Firm Injury Lawyers!!!
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