Average settlement range: $30,000 - $150,000
Get My Free Estimate →A rotator cuff tear involves damage to one or more of the four muscles and tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint. Tears can be partial or complete and cause significant pain, weakness, and limited range of motion.
Physical therapy and anti-inflammatory treatment for partial tears. Surgical repair (arthroscopic or open) for complete tears. Post-surgical rehabilitation lasts several months.
Typical Recovery Time
4 to 6 months for non-surgical treatment; 6 to 12 months for surgical repair.
Average Settlement Range
$30,000 - $150,000
The value of a personal injury case involving rotator cuff tear depends on several factors under Texas law: the severity of the injury, the cost of treatment, whether surgery was required, the duration of recovery, impact on your ability to work, and long-term prognosis. Texas allows recovery of both economic damages (medical bills, lost wages) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life). There is no cap on compensatory damages in most Texas personal injury cases except medical malpractice.
Cases involving rotator cuff tear typically settle in the range of $30,000 - $150,000 in Texas, though cases with surgery, permanent impairment, or significant impact on daily life can exceed these averages. The two-year statute of limitations applies, so it is important to pursue your claim promptly.
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