Shoulder Injury: Medical Overview
Treatment ranges from physical therapy and cortisone injections to arthroscopic surgery or total shoulder replacement. Recovery from shoulder surgery takes 4 to 12 months.
Shoulder Injury Settlement Ranges
| Severity | Estimated Settlement Range |
|---|---|
| Low Severity | $10,000 – $25,000 |
| Medium Severity | $30,000 – $100,000 |
| High Severity / Catastrophic | $100,000 – $400,000+ |
These ranges are general estimates based on Colorado verdict and settlement data. Actual case values vary based on specific facts.
Settlement values in Denver County are affected by local jury tendencies at Denver County Court, 2nd Judicial District. Colorado's noneconomic damage cap of ~$642,180 applies.
How This Injury Affects Your Case
Shoulder injury cases depend heavily on whether surgery is needed. Rotator cuff repairs and shoulder replacements significantly increase value. The impact on work capacity, especially for physical laborers, is a major factor in Colorado settlement negotiations.