The car accident settlement for a hip injury can vary greatly, depending on the severity.
There’s a big difference between a hip injury that causes mild discomfort and one that requires major surgery. Gross settlements usually range from five to six figures, depending on the unique factors that make up your case.
We’ll break down average settlement numbers, key factors that impact your payout, and how a skilled lawyer can fight for maximum compensation. But if you want an accurate estimate, the only way to truly know how much you can claim is to have a car accident lawyer go through your case.
Reach out to No Bull Law for a free case evaluation. Our dedicated personal injury attorneys will fight for the justice and compensation you deserve!
How Much Is a Hip Injury Worth in a Car Accident Settlement in Texas?
In Texas, the average gross settlement amount for a hip injury in an auto accident ranges from $50,000 to $175,000.
Now, it’s a pretty wide range, but that’s because there are no official statistics for settlement numbers for specific injuries. Some studies have a lower average, and some have a higher average, depending on the number of outliers.
There are numerous factors outside of the injury severity that can influence the final settlement, but these figures could still help you get a rough idea:
- $10,000 to $25,000 for minor injuries, such as soft tissue injuries, like bruises, sprains, or inflammations without permanent effects. These cases typically involve short-term medical treatment for the car accident victim and little loss of income.
- $50,000 to $175,000 for major injuries like a hip fracture, hip dislocation, or torn ligaments. These often require medical intervention, rehabilitation, and probably result in time off work.
- $100,000 to $1M+ for a severe injury that requires a hip replacement or reconstruction, especially if it results in permanent or long-term disability or chronic pain.
What Damages Should Your Settlement Cover?
A personal injury settlement aims to help the accident victim recover from the losses they've endured. As such, the average car accident settlement will account for:
- Economic damages (like medical bills, property damage, and lost wages)
- Non-economic damages (such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life)
In unique circumstances, punitive damages may also be awarded when the at-fault party has been particularly negligent. This is meant to penalize the responsible party and deter future misconduct.
You should always consult a personal injury law attorney to get an accurate idea of what your settlement should be. At No Bull Law, our experienced attorneys can review your losses and fight for the compensation you deserve for hip pain and other damages.
However, you might be wondering — how can a car accident lawyer make a difference?
Let’s find out.
From helping you choose a compensation option to representing you in court, here’s how a lawyer can simplify your car accident settlement process:
- Assess damages and collect evidence: A lawyer will determine all the costs involved while collecting crucial evidence, such as witness testimonies and medical records. This will help back up your hip injury claim.
- Handle insurance communications: Your attorney takes care of all interactions with the insurance company, ensuring deadlines are met, and errors are avoided so you can focus on getting better.
- Explain compensation options: Your attorney will walk you through the claims process and help you understand all your options—whether it’s accepting a settlement or taking legal action.
- Provide court representation: If a settlement isn’t reached, your attorney will represent you, fighting for the full compensation you deserve. Hiring a lawyer early ensures they understand your car accident case from the start and provide strong representation throughout.
But you won’t get this level of expertise just anywhere. Choosing No Bull Law means having a dedicated Texas personal injury firm on your side—one that fights relentlessly to protect your rights and maximize your compensation.
And there’s more good news:
Personal injury attorneys work on a contingency basis, meaning you only have to pay if you win.
Your choice of an attorney can have a huge impact on your final settlement, but it is one of several factors.
Understanding these nine key factors will give you insight into how insurers and attorneys weigh in on your settlement amount:
- Your age: Insurance companies often consider age when calculating compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost wages. Younger individuals typically recover faster, but their claims may be more valuable due to the long-term impact of a hip injury, such as the development of arthritis.
On the other hand, older adults often experience a slower recovery, requiring more extensive treatment and higher medical costs. In severe cases, a hip fracture can lead to significant loss of mobility or even death. In both situations, there’s a high likelihood that earning capacity will be affected. - Medical bills: It’s important to wait until you fully assess your recovery and future treatment needs. Settling your car accident case too early could lead to a situation where you miss accounting for future costs. For example, you may have an unexpected surgery for a hip fracture or physical therapy, which could be more expensive than you anticipated.
- Pre-existing conditions: While you can’t be compensated for injuries you had before the car crash, you may be entitled to compensation if the accident worsened a pre-existing condition, such as arthritis. Legal representation from an expert firm like No Bull Law will ensure that a pre-existing condition doesn’t negatively affect your compensation.
- Legal Representation: Lawyers use their familiarity with the legal system to help prove liability, evaluate damages, and fight for the maximum compensation. In fact, research by the Insurance Research Council shows that cases managed by experienced personal injury attorneys settle for 3 to 3.5 times more on average.
- Lost wages: If your hip injury keeps you from working, you can seek compensation for your lost income or the reduction in earnings. This includes claiming the difference between what you expected to earn before the accident injury and what you can earn now. That’s, of course, if you can support your claim with strong evidence.
- Impact on quality of life: Your car accident settlement should fully account for the daily pain, emotional distress, stress, depression, and other physical, mental, and emotional impacts you’ve endured. These are typically considered as pain and suffering, pecuniary damages, or general damages.
- Insurance coverage: If your damages exceed the at-fault driver’s insurance coverage, you might have to rely on other sources to claim the excess — such as uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage or even file a lawsuit.
- Liability: Texas follows modified comparative fault laws, meaning the accident’s responsibility is shared based on who’s at fault. For example, if you’re hit by a driver who ran a stop sign, they might be mostly at fault. However, if you could have avoided the car crash by checking for traffic, you might share some blame.
In such cases, a jury might assign 10% fault to you and 90% to the other driver. This means your claim will be reduced by your percentage of fault (10% here). But if you’re found to be more than 50% at fault, you won’t be eligible for compensation. - Aggravating facts: Aggravating factors, such as a driver’s dishonesty or history of traffic violations, may sway a jury to award higher damages. Insurers recognize that a defendant’s likability can affect verdicts, so they often offer better settlements to avoid a big loss at trial.
What Is the Settlement Procedure for a Hip Injury?
Let’s walk through the settlement process so you know exactly what to expect:
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible.
- Engage a personal injury lawyer.
- Your lawyer will investigate the accident to determine who is at fault, which may involve gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing police reports.
- Your legal team will calculate both economic and non-economic damages.
- Your attorney will submit a demand letter to the at-fault party’s insurance company outlining the damages you seek.
- The insurance company may accept, reject, or counter the demand. Negotiations continue until both sides reach an agreement.
- Once a settlement is reached, both parties sign the agreement, and you receive compensation.
- If a settlement cannot be reached, your case may proceed to trial, where a judge or jury will determine the compensation amount.
On that note, let’s go over a few settlement FAQs.
3 FAQs Related to Hip Injury Settlements
Have more questions on hip injury claims after a car accident?
Below, we’ll break down common hip injuries and legal timelines during a settlement process in Texas:
Auto accidents such as t-bone collisions, rear collisions, or roll-over accidents can cause hip injuries, such as:
- Fractures
- Bursitis
- Dislocation
- Tendonitis
- Sprains
- Soft tissue injury
- Nerve pain
Note: Other complications, such as a spinal cord injury, neck injury, head injury, brain injury, or shoulder injury, may accompany a hip injury. This can affect the settlement amount.
2. How Long Do I Have to File a Claim for a Hip Injury After a Car Accident in Texas?
Whether you’ve major or minor soft tissue injuries from hip injuries from car accidents, you have 2 years from the date of the accident to file and resolve a claim with the adversarial party.
3. How Long Does it Take to Settle a Hip Injury Claim in Texas?
The timeline for settling a hip injury claim will vary—depending on the case complexity, injury severity, and the insurance company’s willingness to offer a fair settlement. Some cases may wrap up in a few months, while others might take years to see an end.
To get a better idea of the timeline, it’s best to talk to an experienced personal injury law attorney at No Bull Law.
Maximize Your Hip Injury Settlement with No Bull Law
Whether you have a broken hip or a minor soft tissue injury, managing a hip injury can be tough — from covering medical costs to dealing with insurance claims.
Without strong legal representation, you may end up settling for less than you fairly deserve. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you navigate the process, protect your rights as an injury victim, and fight for full compensation.
At No Bull Law, we handle the legal work so you can focus on recovery.
Contact No Bull Law today for a free case evaluation, and let us fight for your rightful settlement!
