Most large-scale hernia mesh settlements use tiered systems that group similar injuries together, creating standardized compensation ranges while allowing for individual adjustments based on specific factors. Tier 1 typically includes the most severe injuries such as organ perforation, multiple revision surgeries, or permanent disability, with compensation potentially exceeding $500,000 for cases with strong causation evidence, while Tier 2 encompasses significant but non-catastrophic injuries like chronic infections requiring mesh removal, adhesions causing bowel obstructions, or nerve damage resulting in persistent pain, with settlements generally ranging from $100,000 to $300,000. Tier 3 covers less severe but still compensable injuries such as hernia recurrence requiring additional surgery or chronic pain managed with medication, typically resulting in settlements between $25,000 and $75,000. Individual factors that may increase settlement values include young age at injury, high wage loss, extensive medical documentation, and cases where manufacturers had specific knowledge of risks affecting your mesh product.