A pelvic fracture is a serious injury that can significantly disrupt your life and lead to a long, painful recovery. These types of injuries are more common than many realize and can result from car accidents, slip and falls, or other traumatic events.

So, what should you do if you’ve suffered a pelvic fracture due to someone else’s negligence?

Reaching out to an experienced personal injury attorney early in the process can help you understand your legal options and improve your chances of securing a fair pelvic fracture settlement.

Whether you’re trying to understand your rights or wondering about the average settlement for a pelvic fracture, taking legal action could be a key part of your recovery.

Average Settlement for a Pelvic Fracture

How much compensation you get for a pelvic fracture settlement 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 settlement for a pelvic fracture is between $220,000 to $1,600,000.

Real Examples of Pelvic Fracture Settlements

Understanding the potential value of a pelvic fracture settlement can be difficult without seeing real-life examples. Here are two cases that show how these injuries can happen and how compensation may be recovered:

Case 1: $220,000 Settlement for Teen with Multiple Pelvic Fractures

A 17-year-old girl was riding as a passenger in her friend’s car when it was struck after her friend ran a stop sign. The impact caused the vehicle to flip three times. She was rushed to the emergency room in serious condition, suffering from multiple injuries, including multiple pelvic fractures, neck and back fractures, internal injuries, and lacerations. Despite limited insurance from the at-fault driver, her family’s uninsured motorist coverage helped secure a total settlement of $220,000.

Case 2: $1,330,000 Settlement for Fractured Pelvis and Back Injuries

A 63-year-old man was riding his motorcycle when another driver turned directly in front of him, causing a severe collision. He sustained a fractured pelvis that required two surgeries, along with a knee and back injury. After pursuing all available insurance coverage, he received a settlement of $1,330,000.

These examples help shed light on what the average settlement for a pelvic fracture might look like. Every case is different and depends on the specific injuries, circumstances, and insurance available.

Case 3: 1.6 Million Settlement for Broken Pelvis and Multiple Injuries

Our client was riding as a back seat passenger when the driver of their vehicle made an illegal left-hand turn, cutting off an oncoming car. The two vehicles collided head-on.

Emergency crews rushed our client to the hospital by helicopter. Doctors diagnosed multiple serious injuries, including a fractured pelvis, broken leg, a fractured neck, ongoing neck pain, and a closed head injury with a brain bleed. Surgeries were performed to repair the broken pelvis and leg, while the brain injury required extensive rehabilitation and conservative treatment.

A demand was presented to the defendant’s insurance company, but their first offer was just $300,000. That offer was rejected, and a lawsuit was filed right away. Depositions were taken from the driver, witnesses, and our client’s treating doctors. Our client was also examined by physicians hired by the insurance company. One of these doctors confirmed that the head injury was permanent.

The insurance company then raised their offer to $500,000, which was again rejected. Later, during mediation, they offered $750,000. That was also rejected.

As the litigation continued and the trial approached, the pressure on the insurance company grew. Eventually, the case settled for $1.6 million.

Get Help With Your Pelvic Fracture Case Today

If you or a loved one has suffered a pelvic fracture caused by another person’s negligence, don’t wait. Contact the Tampa pelvis lawyers at Abrahamson & Uiterwyk today to discuss your potential pelvic fracture settlement. Our team is here to help. Call us or fill out our online form for a free consultation.