How much compensation you get for a cervical discectomy settlement amount in Florida varies based on the unique circumstances of each situation and the severity of your injuries. Based on our own settlement data on this page, the average cervical discectomy settlement amount is between $310,000 to $650,000.

$650,000 Cervical Discectomy Settlement Amount Claim – 2025

Our client was driving northbound on U.S. 301 in Hillsborough County, FL, with a friend when they encountered a stopped vehicle in their lane. They moved to the left lane to avoid it, but the other vehicle also shifted left, cutting them off. Our client braked, and a large truck operated by the defendant struck their car from behind. The force pushed the car forward and into another truck in the left-turn lane. The defendant was ultimately found guilty of careless driving by their insurance company.

After the accident, our client began treatment in Tampa, FL, for neck, back, left shoulder, and left hip pain. Therapy and MRI scans revealed significant injuries: two herniated cervical discs with an annular tear, shoulder tendon tears, and lumbar issues. An orthopedic spine specialist confirmed cervical herniation and radiculopathy, recommending injections with the possibility of neck surgery if they didn’t relieve the pain.

Due to ongoing discomfort, our client sought a second opinion, and the new surgeon recommended a definitive cervical spine surgery. In October 2024, our client underwent a successful cervical discectomy and fusion, including titanium cage placement at two spinal levels. The surgery resolved the radicular symptoms and greatly improved neck pain.

Before surgery, the defendant’s insurer, Pennsylvania Lumberman’s Mutual, offered only $55,000. After the operation, we submitted a detailed counterproposal, leading to an initial offer of $510,000. Through continued negotiation, we secured a final settlement of $650,000. Our client’s medical expenses exceeded $350,000, but we negotiated them down to under $100,000. The client was very pleased with both the settlement and our representation.

$400,000 Cervical Discectomy Settlement Case – 2025

In 2024, our client was involved in a motor vehicle crash while his daughter was driving northbound on 67th Street in St. Petersburg, FL. As they approached the intersection with 1st Avenue South, a vehicle traveling southbound suddenly turned left directly in front of them. There was no time to avoid a collision, and the defendant’s vehicle struck the left front of their car. The defendant was cited by police for failure to yield.

Our client was taken to the hospital, reporting neck and back pain along with other injuries. He continued treatment at a medical clinic in Pinellas Park, where therapy and other treatments were initiated. MRI scans revealed herniated discs in both the cervical and lumbar regions, some impinging on the spinal cord and nerve roots. He was referred to a neurosurgeon, who recommended cervical spine decompression surgery. The operation was performed about three months after the accident.

After completing treatment, we submitted a demand package to Intact Insurance, the defendant’s liability carrier. Initially, Intact offered only $100,000, claiming our client’s spinal conditions were pre-existing and related to a prior accident four years earlier. We provided records showing our client had fully recovered and had not sought treatment for three years prior to this wreck. After strong negotiations, we secured a fair settlement of $400,000. Our client was very pleased, receiving the compensation he needed for his injuries.

$310,000 Cervical Discectomy Settlement Payout – 2023

Our client, a mother of five and an active volunteer in Central Florida, was driving in Valrico, FL when the defendant, who was stopped at a stop sign, pulled directly in front of her, causing a “T-bone” collision on the side of her vehicle.

The accident caused a serious neck injury. An MRI revealed a large herniated disc, and a follow-up scan showed the disc was deteriorating. Her surgeon recommended a cervical discectomy with fusion to repair the damage.

Initially, our client hired a large law firm, but after five months with little progress, she turned to our firm. We discovered the at-fault driver had only $10,000 in insurance, but our client had $300,000 in uninsured motorist coverage. We filed a lawsuit against both the at-fault driver and her insurer. The defendant’s insurer quickly paid its $10,000 limits. We then presented a comprehensive demand to her own insurer, who accepted it, and the case settled for $310,000.

Speak With Us About Cervical Discectomy Settlement Amounts

If you or a loved one have suffered a cervical herniation or related neck injury in a car accident, it’s important to get legal guidance as soon as possible. At Abrahamson & Uiterwyk, our experienced attorneys understand the challenges and long-term impacts of cervical spine injuries, including herniated discs and the need for surgical intervention. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and discuss your options for cervical discectomy settlement amounts.