How Much Do Broken Finger Cases Settle for?

A broken finger injury case may be settled for $26,000 to $630,000 on average, which is a very wide range for such a seemingly simple injury. If a lawsuit is tried in court, there’s a good chance that the jury will award payments in the 6 to 7-figure range, but we have also negotiated many out-of-court settlements that exceeded $125,000. Still, it’s important to understand that varying degrees of fractures, the victims’ financial losses, the psychological damage from the accident, and other considerations play a role in the value of a hand or finger injury claim.

The severity of the breakage and long-term complications are the primary considerations. But you also have to look at which finger was injured and the hand that’s it’s on, i.e., is the finger located on the dominant hand? With all the issues that affect how much you can receive from a personal injury claim, it’s best to consult a lawyer with experience in lawsuits for injuries to the hand and fingers.

What is the Average Value of a Broken Finger Lawsuit?

The amount that an injury claim will settle for must be determined on an individual basis, meaning there is no fixed formula where we simply plug in a set of numbers. Many elements impact a settlement value, including the negative effects of the injury on the victim’s life.

The hand is a particularly complex but crucial element of one’s body that helps you complete countless tasks throughout the day. Driving a car, putting on your clothes, opening a jar, using utensils during meals – without hands that function properly, it will be very difficult to do any of these things.

Though hands are responsible for so many things we do on a daily basis, they are actually quite fragile. The 27 bones, various ligaments, and other parts that make up your hand and fingers can be easily damaged and lead to chronic pain, paralysis, and other debilitating conditions.

Your fingers and hands are the most vulnerable spots for injury when you are at work, though you can also fracture your fingers from a slip and fall or trip and fall, car crash, and numerous other accidents. Around 20% of all emergency room visits in the U.S. are due to some sort of damage to the fingers, hand, or wrist, mostly from auto accidents.

Cases with the Highest Compensation Values

Case values for finger fractures are the highest when the injury is permanent and there is a form of disability resulting from severe complications. If the fingers get crushed, for example, the bone fragments may not realign and heal properly, even with repeated medical intervention. When the injury occurs on the dominant hand, the average settlement value of broken finger case is anywhere from $250,000 to over $1,000,000.

Please note that injuries to the hand and how they affect your life on a daily basis are very complex subjects that must be examined on a case by case basis. It’s not uncommon for even seemingly minor fractures to worsen over time and cause the patient to develop arthritis, permanent nerve damage and other life-altering conditions.

Many of the clients we represent have crushing injuries to their hand, which is very common in car accidents where the hand is trapped between the steering wheel and another part of the vehicle. Immediate medical care is essential when the hand is crushed, as even waiting a day or two can cause you to lose function and mobility. As a result, you may be permanently paralyzed in that area or need to have the finger amputated.

Monetary Damages for Broken Bones and Other Serious Injuries

At the end of the day, most people are unaware of the all the payments that can be covered by an accident claim for a fractured finger and other injuries. That’s why most people agree when the insurance company says they will only pay for immediate medical bills and lost wages based on the estimated time for the finger to heal.

In reality, you may be eligible for other types of compensation based on the type and severity of fracture, the injury site, need for surgery, and other variables. In some cases, the patient has on-going pain and discomfort that fails to improve over time. It’s also worth noting that the traumatic nature of an accident and the agony of recovery afterwards can take a heavy toll on your mental state. So, we also have to factor in the physical pain and suffering endured by the victim on a long-term basis.

With insurance companies, they have to look at their bottom line and how much it costs them to settle your case. They have a black and white perspective on the value of a broken finger case, but that’s not how we operate as personal injury lawyers. Our goal is to look at the big picture of how one or more injuries impact the victim’s physical and mental health, work prospects, and much more. This is why legal advice is critical to your success if you are interested in suing for a broken finger.

Broken Finger Lawsuit Settlements and Verdicts

Finger fracture injury victims can end up with settlements ranging from 5 to 7 figures, but ultimately, each case has its own set of factors that play a role in the amount that’s awarded to the victim. Take a look at the following examples of settlements and verdicts in recent years:

• A 2-year-old in New York injured his fingers on the left hand at a daycare center. The accident was caused by another child closing a bathroom door on the boy’s fingers. The case was settled for $110,000.
• An Alaskan woman was knocked down to the ground at a Home Depot by a shoplifter that was being chased by security personnel. The fall resulted in multiple fractures in her fingers, and the case went to trial, where the jury awarded her $244,951.
• A man in Louisiana was hit by a tractor-trailer that ran a stop sign. From the accident, the plaintiff sustained numerous injuries, including his left pinky finger being crushed. The finger had to be amputated, and along with his other injuries, the jury saw fit to issue a ruling of $3,000,000 for the plaintiff.

Deadline to Sue for Broken Finger Injuries

By reading this article, you may be doing some preliminary research before going ahead with an accident claim. While learning more about a topic is never a bad idea, it’s essential to realize that all lawsuits are governed by a statute of limitations. That means you have a limited amount of time to seek monetary restitution from the responsible individual or entity. In California, you must file a lawsuit for bodily harm and/or property damage no later than 2 years from when you had the accident. In some cases, you may have to file a claim sooner. If your finger was broken because of negligence by a government employee or agency, you only have 6 months to file a claim for damages.

Please don’t take the chance of losing your right to a lawsuit. The personal injury lawyers of Kenmore can take the necessary steps to initiate a liability claim before the statute of limitations expires on your case.

Contact Kenmore Law Group

Those who are injured by the negligence of others need representation from an experienced personal injury attorney, which you will find here at Kenmore Law Group. Our legal team is committed to upholding your rights and obtaining the highest possible settlement from an accident claim for a broken finger or any other injury.

The process begins with a free consultation, which you can arrange by contacting us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you decide to retain us for an insurance claim or lawsuit, you pay nothing unless we secure payment from the party at fault. And with the Zero Fee Guarantee that you receive from day one, you won’t be responsible for any legal fees if we don’t win your case. For more information on this policy and all the other ways we can assist you, please give us a call or use the online contact form.