According to a report by the National Center for Biotechnology Information, the average settlement amount for a bed sore lawsuit in 2020 was \$1 million. The report also found that the average time it took to settle a bed sore lawsuit was 18 months. Here are some examples of bed sore lawsuit settlements in 2020:
- A woman who developed bedsores while living in a nursing home received a \$2.3 million settlement.
- A man who developed bedsores after being hospitalized for surgery received a \$1.4 million settlement.
- The family of a woman who died from complications of bedsores received a \$1.2 million settlement.
- The family of a man who died from bedsores that were not properly treated received a \$10 million settlement. These are just a few examples, and the settlement amount for a bed sore lawsuit can vary depending on the specific facts of the case. If you have developed bedsores as a result of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. You should consult with an attorney to discuss your legal options.
