Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a devastating condition that can develop after a serious injury, such as one caused by a car accident. Victims often suffer from chronic pain, nerve damage, and loss of function that can severely impact their daily lives. When CRPS results from someone else’s negligence, the injured party may be entitled to significant compensation through a personal injury claim.

CRPS settlement amounts depend on a number of factors, including the extent of the injury, the need for long-term medical treatment, and the overall effect on the person’s quality of life. In many cases, settlements can range from tens of thousands of dollars to well over a million, especially when the individual experiences long-term disability or cannot return to work.

If you are dealing with a CRPS diagnosis after an accident, understanding how complex regional pain syndrome settlements work is key to protecting your legal and financial future.

CRPS Settlement Amounts

Case Highlight: $5,000,000 Settlement for CRPS Following Cervical Spine Surgery

Our client, a medical doctor, was stopped at a green light to allow an ambulance to pass when a driver rear-ended his vehicle at high speed, pushing it into the intersection. The crash totaled his car and caused serious neck injuries. He was taken to the hospital and later underwent physical therapy. Imaging revealed multiple large, herniated discs, and he eventually needed a complex two-part spinal fusion surgery.

Unfortunately, during the first surgery, he suffered a spinal cord leak and required emergency surgery just days later. Afterward, he was diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) due to ongoing severe nerve pain and dysfunction in his arm. He underwent numerous treatments, including nerve blocks and ketamine infusions, with little relief.

Our firm filed a lawsuit early, gathered extensive expert testimony, and rejected several low offers from the defense, including $1.5 million, $3.1 million, and $4.25 million. As the trial date approached and expert depositions made the case for lifelong damage clear, the defense ultimately offered $5,000,000.00, which our firm accepted on behalf of the client.

Contact Us About CRPS Settlement Claims

If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome after an accident, you deserve a legal team that understands the seriousness of your condition and will fight for the full value of your case. CRPS can be life-altering, and securing fair compensation is often essential to long-term care and stability.

At Abrahamson & Uiterwyk, we have successfully handled CRPS claims and recovered significant settlements for clients suffering from chronic pain and nerve damage. Contact us today to speak with a car accident lawyer, for a free consultation to discuss your options and learn how we can help you move forward with confidence.