Question 1

How much is a herniated disc worth in a Colorado car accident?

Accepted Answer

A herniated disc from a Colorado car accident typically settles between $75,000 and $350,000. Cases requiring epidural injections settle in the $75,000 to $200,000 range. Cases requiring spinal surgery regularly exceed $200,000 to $500,000.

Question 2

Can I still recover for a herniated disc if I had prior back problems?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Colorado's aggravation doctrine allows recovery for worsening a pre-existing condition. Under the eggshell plaintiff rule, a defendant is liable for the full extent of aggravation caused by the crash, even if underlying vulnerability existed beforehand.

Question 3

How long does a herniated disc case take to settle in Colorado?

Accepted Answer

Cases requiring surgery or extended treatment typically take 18 months to 3 years from accident to resolution. Settling before reaching maximum medical improvement permanently caps your recovery.

Question 4

What if the insurer says my disc was pre-existing?

Accepted Answer

Your attorney can obtain pre-accident medical records to demonstrate you were asymptomatic before the crash. An asymptomatic pre-existing condition that becomes symptomatic and disabling after a crash is fully compensable under Colorado law.

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