Back Injury in Slip and Fall Cases
Back injuries include muscle strains, ligament sprains, herniated discs, compression fractures, and spinal stenosis. The back is one of the most commonly injured body parts in accidents.
Slip and Fall cases in Colorado that result in back injury are subject to 3 years for general personal injury (C.R.S. § 13-80-101(1)(a)). Under Colorado’s modified comparative fault system (C.R.S. § 13-21-111), your recovery is reduced by your fault percentage and barred entirely at 50% or more fault.
Back Injury Settlement Ranges
| Severity | Estimated Settlement Range |
|---|---|
| Low Severity | $10,000 – $25,000 |
| Medium Severity | $30,000 – $125,000 |
| High Severity / Catastrophic | $125,000 – $500,000+ |
These ranges are general estimates based on Colorado verdict and settlement data. Actual case values vary based on specific facts.
Medical Treatment & Case Impact
Diagnosed via physical exam, X-ray, and MRI. Treatment ranges from physical therapy and epidural injections to spinal surgery (laminectomy, discectomy, fusion). Recovery depends on severity.
Documented disc herniations and fractures are worth significantly more than soft tissue strains. Impact on work capacity is critical for Colorado settlement negotiations.