Broken Leg Settlement Compensation After a CA Car Accident
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported economic costs of $65,815 for a moderate crash injury to the lower extremity, including a broken leg.
With a severe injury, the costs increase to $406,593.
If you’re searching for the average settlement for a broken leg, the personal injury attorneys at Wells Call Injury Attorneys can help.
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What Determines Your Broken Leg Settlement After a Car Accident
If you broke your leg from a car accident, here is what affects the average settlement and what to expect next.
- The average settlement for a lower leg fracture (tibia or fibula) is around $85,000, while an upper leg (femur) fracture settlement is nearly double at about $185,000.
- Treatment for a fractured leg can cost $7,500 or more, and a three-day hospital stay alone can run around $30,000.
- Your settlement should account for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering, not just your immediate treatment costs.
- Insurance companies often pressure injured claimants to accept an early settlement before the full cost of a broken leg is known.
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What Happens to the Leg in a Car Accident?
Your legs are among the sturdiest parts of your body. They support your weight and stabilize your body so you can stand and walk.
Your legs have three bones: the upper femur (the largest bone in your body), the lower tibia, and the fibula. When your leg bones experience more pressure than they can stand, they split or break.
In 68% of crashes between 1997 and 2009 with lower leg injuries, the floor struck the driver and caused the fracture. Unlike the lower leg, the femur bone is extremely strong and difficult to break.
In 87.4% of crashes with upper leg injuries, the driver hit the instrument panel and knee bolster.
Facing Mounting Bills After a Broken Leg? You’re Not Alone.
Between hospital bills, imaging, and time away from work, a broken leg from a car accident adds up fast, and insurance companies often pressure you to settle before you know the full cost. You do not have to accept less than your claim is worth. Our team can walk you through your options with no pressure and no upfront costs.
Schedule A Free ConsultationWhat’s the Average Broken Leg Compensation Payout in CA?
When you cannot walk away from a crash, an ambulance will take you to a hospital for treatment. A doctor will perform expensive imaging tests like an X-ray, bone scan, CT scan, or MRI to assess your injury.
HealthCare.gov reports that the cost of treating a fractured leg can reach $7,500. The charges increase if you need to stay in the hospital or have surgery.
A three-day hospital stay typically costs around $30,000. As your medical costs stack up, you miss out on wages because you can’t return to work.
The average settlement for a lower leg fracture (tibia or fibula) is $85,000. Compensation for an upper leg fracture (femur) is nearly double at $185,000 due to its severity and pain level.
If insurance companies have started calling and pressuring you to accept a settlement, you may wonder, What is the average accommodation for a broken leg with surgery?
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Meet Benjamin Scott, Your Car Accident Attorney
Benjamin Scott
Partner, Wells Call Injury Lawyers
7 Offices Across Northern California
11 Years Teaching Chemistry & Physics Before Law
Trial-Ready Representation From Consultation Through Trial
Benjamin Scott spent 11 years teaching high school chemistry and physics before becoming an attorney, and that same drive to help people understand complicated topics now shapes how he handles car accident cases. He has represented clients through every stage of a personal injury claim, from the first consultation through trial, working to secure fair compensation for people recovering from serious injuries like a broken leg.
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- Consumer Attorneys of California
- The National Trial Lawyers
- CAOC Board of Directors
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Do I Need to File with My Insurance Company?
You should immediately file a claim with your insurance company to cover your medical costs. They will pay up to your policy limits for personal injury.
If someone else caused the crash, that person ultimately has responsibility for the damages. When the at-fault party files a claim with their insurance company, an insurance agent will likely contact you.
Insurance companies try to pressure injured individuals into accepting an early settlement.
You don’t have to accept a settlement for less than the value of your damages, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
We Know How Insurance Companies Handle Broken Leg Claims
Insurance companies often try to settle broken leg claims quickly, before the full cost of surgery, recovery, and lost wages is clear. With over 40 years in practice, our attorneys know these tactics and negotiate accordingly. Most cases settle, but we are ready to fight for you if you are not offered what you deserve.
Schedule A Free ConsultationWells Call Injury Lawyers: Helping You Secure a Fair Settlement for a Broken Leg After a Car Accident
At Wells Call Injury Lawyers, we know you might deserve more than the average settlement for a broken leg after a car accident.
When you meet with us, we’ll listen to your situation and discuss your options. With over 40 years in practice, our car accident attorneys know how to handle insurance companies and will negotiate for a fair settlement.
Most cases settle out of court, but we will fight for you if you aren’t getting what you deserve. Our firm is passionate about helping you move toward recovery and justice.
With seven offices throughout the Bay Area, we are available and accessible to meet your needs. Contact one of our compassionate and driven personal injury attorneys today.
Northern California Car Accident Activity
Car Accident Activity Across Northern California
Car accidents are common throughout Northern California, including the communities where Wells Call Injury Lawyers has offices: Antioch, Fairfield, Napa, Richmond, Vacaville, Vallejo, and Woodland. Explore the interactive map below to see our service area, then select any location to learn more.
Locations shown represent the Northern California communities served by Wells Call Injury Lawyers and are provided for general informational purposes only. They are not a certified or statistically ranked accident-rate report. [VERIFY: confirm current crash data with the California Office of Traffic Safety or CHP SWITRS records before publishing specific accident-rate claims.] If you were injured in a car accident, contact Wells Call Injury Lawyers to discuss your case.
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