If it is an old disk and no longer spins then yes it is more problematic to get the data off. It then becomes a decision of cost vs care. How much do you really care about the data and are you willing to pay to get it.
Either way a valuable lesson is learned. There are two types of people in this world. Those that back up regularly and those that will back up regularly.
Sorry I can't help more. hugs
RE: Bye 2019, Hello 2020!