Average Settlements for Assault Cases in 2025

We analyzed average settlement amounts for assault cases in 2025 to create a dataset based on key factors such as assault type.

In the U.S., assault settlements in 2025 ranged from $30,000 to over $2 million, depending on several variables. The most influential include the type of assault, severity of injuries, expected medical expenses, and how clearly liability can be established. Settlement amounts can vary significantly depending on these and other circumstances.

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Disclosure: The settlement ranges and case outcome information provided on this website are for general informational purposes only. All data has been compiled from publicly available sources, industry research, and third-party reporting. This information is not based on the outcomes of cases handled by our firm and should not be interpreted as a promise or guarantee of any specific result in your case.

Average Assault Settlement by Assault Type

The following table breaks down the most common assault types and what the average settlement amount is for each, based on the severity and classification of the crime.

Assault Type Severity Crime Classification Average Settlement Amount
Verbal Assault Low Misdemeanor or Infraction $30,000 – $150,000
Domestic Assault Moderate to High Misdemeanor or Felony $50,000 – $150,000
Assault With a Deadly Weapon High Felony $100,000 – $500,000
Aggravated Assault High to Extremely High Felony $250,000 – $1,000,000
Sexual Assault Extremely High Felony $200,000 – $2,500,000+

The greater the potential for injury during the assault, the higher the average settlement. There is a strong correlation between the severity of injuries sustained and the final settlement amount.

Average Assault Settlement by Injuries Sustained

The following table breaks down the most common injuries victims typically suffer as a result of an assault and compiles the average settlement amount for each, based on the severity of the injury, as we expected. An assault that results in bruises or trouble sleeping can expect a much lower settlement amount than an assault that leaves the victim struggling with internal injuries or PTSD.

Physical Injuries

Injury Type Severity of Injury Average Settlement Amount
Bruises & Contusions Mild to Moderate $5,000 – $50,000
Broken Bones Moderate to High $15,000 – $200,000
Internal Injuries High $75,000 – $500,000
Head Injuries (TBI) Very High $100,000 – $1,000,000+

 

Psychological & Emotional Injuries

Injury Type Severity of Injury Average Settlement Amount
Sleep Disorders / Nightmares Mild to Moderate $10,000 – $30,000
Fear, Hypervigilance & Trust Issues Moderate $30,000 – $75,000
Anxiety & Depression High $50,000 – $100,000
PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) Very High $100,000 – $500,000+

It’s important to note that both physical and psychological injuries resulting from assaults can cause long-lasting impacts to the victim, and are both worth pursuing.

Average Assault Settlement by Liability

In addition to the assault type and injuries sustained as a result, clear and undisputed liability is one of the most important factors in determining the outcome of an assault case. 

Liability is not always black and white, often varying between clear and unclear liability, based on several factors surrounding the case, witnesses, evidence, medical records, and more. How clear or unclear the liability of the assault is makes a strong impact on the average settlement amount. This is evident as seen in the data in the table below:

Liability Description Average Settlement Amount
Clear & Undisputed Liability
  • Video Evidence
  • Eye Witnesses
  • Police Reports
  • Medical Documentation
  • Defendant Admission
 $100,000 – $2,000,000+
Substantiated Liability
  • Strong Medical Evidence
  • Strong Circumstantial Evidence
  • No Direct Video Evidence
 $75,000 – $200,000
Disputed Liability
  • Conflicting accounts
  • No Eye Witnesses
  • Self-Defense Claim
 $10,000 – $75,000
Unclear or Weak Liability
  • Delayed reporting by victim
  • Defendant denies that the assault happened at all
  • No witnesses or physical evidence
 $0 – $15,000

 

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