The average personal injury settlement amount is approximately $55,056.08, which is based on data from over 5,861 cases that were settled between 2021 and 2024.
List Of Compensation Payouts In The UK Injury TypeMinorSevere Finger/thumb injuries Up to £4,750 £12,590 to £35,010 Leg injuries Up to £27,760 £39,200 to £54,830 Knee injuries Up to £13,740 £26,190 to £43,460 Ankle injuries Up to £13,740 £31,310 to £50,06025 more rows
If you want to take legal action to claim compensation for a personal injury, you will need to get advice from a solicitor specialising in these types of cases. This must be done as soon as possible as there are strict time limits on taking legal action.
Auto accident cases with clear fault and non-complicated injuries often settle within 6 to 9 months after treatment is complete. Cases involving commercial defendants, premises liability claims, and/or more complicated injuries take longer—9 to 12 months after medical treatment is complete.
The length of time a case takes to settle a personal injury claim can vary significantly, simple cases where liability is admitted can be settled in around 12 months or so. Large, more complex, high-value cases can take longer to settle.
Ing to insurance data, the average payout across the U.S. for a pain and suffering settlement in a personal injury case is approximately $15,000.
Personal Injury Claim Length By Case Type Case TypeCase Length Car Accident Generally 6 to 12 months, longer if complex Motorcycle Accident 6 to 12 months, may vary with case specifics Pedestrian Accident Around 6 to 12 months Truck Accident 6 months to several years if litigation4 more rows •
Pain And Suffering Settlement Examples InjurySeverityCompensation Bracket Multiple Serious Injuries Plus Special Damages Serious Up to £500,000+ Back Injury Severe (i) £344,150 to £493,000 Brain and Head Injury Moderate (i) £183,190 to £267,340 Leg Injury Amputations (iv) £119,570 to £162,2905 more rows •
While there is no fixed amount for every case, the average personal injury settlement ranges from a few thousand dollars to well over $75,000, depending on the unique details of the claim.
The amount of compensation that can be claimed for general damages depends on the type of injury and suffering experienced, and the severity of it, as well as how long quality of life is affected. Therefore, there isn't a 'one sum suits all' approach to general damages; every single claim is different.