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Back – Lumbar Fracture

A lumbar fracture is a fracture in the lower back, where the spine curves inward to the abdomen. Lumbar fractures can be caused by motor vehicle accidents, falls and sports injuries. Common symptoms include: back pain, tingling, muscle spasms, bowel/bladder changes, and paralysis.

Potential Settlement Value

In 1996, the Court in Bozek v Boake, [1996] BCJ No 2809 awarded the injured person $110,000 for various injuries, including a lumbar fracture.

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Potential Settlement Value For Back – Lumbar Fracture

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*Disclaimer: These illustrations should not be relied on as medically accurate. Always consult your healthcare
practitioner to better understand your injuries. In determining the potential settlement value of pain and
suffering awards, many factors need to be considered. The awards given as examples are specific to a particular
set of facts. Always consult your legal representative for a more accurate assessment of your specific case.

Potential Settlement Value For Back – Lumbar Fracture