Average settlement range: $10,000 - $75,000
Get My Free Estimate →Wrist fractures typically involve the distal radius (Colles fracture) and are common in falls where the hand is outstretched. Complex fractures involving the joint surface may require surgical fixation.
Casting for non-displaced fractures. Surgical fixation with plates and pins for displaced fractures. Occupational therapy to restore hand and wrist function.
Typical Recovery Time
6 to 8 weeks in a cast; 3 to 4 months for surgical recovery.
Average Settlement Range
$10,000 - $75,000
The value of a personal injury case involving wrist fracture 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 wrist fracture typically settle in the range of $10,000 - $75,000 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.
Slip and Fall, Bicycle Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Car Accident
Broken Bones (Fractures), Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Nerve Damage, Soft Tissue Injury
Free, confidential, AI-powered estimate based on Texas verdict data. Takes just a few minutes.
Get My Free Estimate →