Amputation from an Accident in Colorado — Settlement Value & Legal Options

Traumatic amputations require emergency surgery. Planned amputations follow when limb salvage is not possible. Rehabilitation includes wound care, prosthetic fitting and training, physical therapy, and psychological counseling. Prosthetics need replacement every 3 to 5 years at significant cost.

Severity	Estimated Settlement Range
Low Severity	$75,000 - $150,000
Medium Severity	$250,000 - $1,000,000
High Severity / Catastrophic	$1,000,000 - $5,000,000+

Note: These ranges are general estimates based on Colorado verdict and settlement data. Actual case values vary based on specific facts.

Amputation cases are among the highest-value personal injury claims due to permanent disability, lifetime prosthetic needs, lost earning capacity, and profound impact on quality of life. Life care plans documenting future prosthetic and care costs are essential.

Under Colorado law, both economic damages (medical bills, lost wages) and noneconomic damages (pain and suffering, emotional distress) are recoverable. Noneconomic damages are capped at approximately $642,180 but can be increased to approximately $1 million with clear and convincing evidence. The severity and permanence of your amputation directly affects your total case value.

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