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Settlement Value by Injury Type

Typical ranges and multipliers by injury.

Settlement value depends heavily on injury type and severity. These are typical ranges and the multipliers insurers apply — your case turns on liability, evidence and medical bills.

InjuryMultiplierTypical range
Whiplash1.5×$2,500–$10,000
Soft tissue injury1.8×$5,000–$25,000
Broken bone / fracture3.0×$15,000–$60,000
Herniated disc3.5×$25,000–$120,000
Back injury3.0×$20,000–$100,000
Knee injury3.0×$15,000–$75,000
Shoulder injury2.8×$15,000–$70,000
Concussion / TBI4.5×$50,000–$300,000+
Scarring / disfigurement4.0×$30,000–$200,000
Spinal cord injury5.0×$200,000–$1M+
Estimates only — not legal advice. Run your numbers in the calculators and consult an attorney.