Screen Black, But On

[MikeThaTiger]

This started happening a little over a month ago. And just removing the battery or a soft reset would quickly fix the problem. About 2 weeks ago, the screen went the black again but the phone was still on, it would vibrate for a text or calls, but the screen would never come on. Took it to the Verizon store and they told me there was nothing they could do (no insurance) and that I had to upgrade my phone. Only problem with that is I have 3 other lines and cannot afford to upgrade them all at this time, and I do not want to renew my contract as it expires in about 5 months. In the meantime I am using my older phone that I hate.

Pretty much are there any quick fixes that will renew the screen, or am I doomed for 5 months?