Average settlement range: $20,000 – $175,000. With surgery: $50,000 – $300,000.
Get My Free Estimate →Shoulder injuries include rotator cuff tears, labrum tears (SLAP tears), dislocations, acromioclavicular (AC) joint separations, fractures (clavicle, humerus, scapula), frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), and bursitis. The shoulder's exceptional range of motion comes at the cost of stability, making it vulnerable to injury in collisions and falls. Seatbelt forces in car accidents, bracing falls, and direct impacts are common mechanisms.
Conservative treatment includes physical therapy, steroid injections, anti-inflammatory medications, and activity modification. Surgical options include arthroscopic repair (rotator cuff, labrum), open repair for massive tears, and total or reverse shoulder replacement for severe damage. Recovery from shoulder surgery typically requires 4 to 6 months of rehabilitation.
Settlement Range
$20,000 – $175,000
With Surgery
$50,000 – $300,000
Average Settlement
$70,000
Shoulder injuries are well-valued because they are clearly documented on MRI, frequently require surgery, and significantly impact daily activities (reaching, lifting, sleeping). Rotator cuff tears in particular are strong claims because they are objectively proven on imaging and surgery provides clear medical bill documentation.
$15,000 – $30,000 – $100,000 – $500,000+
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$20,000 – $50,000 – $200,000 – $1,000,000+
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$10,000 – $25,000 – $100,000 – $500,000+
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$15,000 – $40,000 – $150,000 – $750,000+
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$15,000 – $50,000 – $200,000 – $1,000,000+
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