Fibromyalgia After a Car Accident: Settlement Amounts

Medical research has established a connection between physical trauma and the onset of fibromyalgia. If you developed fibromyalgia after a car accident, you may be entitled to significant compensation for this chronic pain condition.

Average Settlement Amounts

Fibromyalgia with mild symptoms settles for $50,000 to $150,000. Fibromyalgia with moderate symptoms settles for $100,000 to $350,000. Severe fibromyalgia significantly affecting daily life settles for $200,000 to $750,000 or more.

Proving the Connection

Medical documentation showing no fibromyalgia symptoms before the accident. Diagnosis by a rheumatologist or pain specialist. Medical literature supporting trauma-triggered fibromyalgia. Timeline showing symptom onset after the accident.

Challenges

Insurance companies frequently dispute fibromyalgia claims because the condition is diagnosed based on symptoms rather than objective tests. Having a strong medical record and expert testimony is essential.

Conclusion

Fibromyalgia settlements can be substantial but require strong medical evidence connecting the condition to the accident.

Use our free settlement calculator to estimate what your case might be worth.