A broken bone, while painful, is a fairly common injury. A victim may suffer a broken bone from a car accident, a slip and fall accident, a motorcycle accident, or truck accident. It is one of the most common types of injuries suffered by victims of a bike and motorcycle accidents. Although broken bones are one of the most common types of injuries, they can be quite serious and even life-threatening. In addition, victims of broken bones often suffer other serious injuries. For example, victims with broken vertebrae often also have some other type of spinal cord injury, while victims with skull fractures sometimes also have a brain injury. If you suffered a broken leg, broken arm, or some other broken bone as result of the negligence of another person, you deserve compensations for your losses. Contact an experienced Bronx broken bone injury lawyer at Stephen Bilkis & Associates. With over 20 years of experience, we can help ensure that your legal rights are protected.
Broken Bones and AccidentsFracture is the medical term for a broken bone. It can be caused by trauma to the bone. A broken bone injury can vary widely and can range from simple hairline fractures, to multiple compound fractures. A bone can break in a variety of accidents, including:
Regardless of the specific type of accident or incident that caused your broken bone, if it was caused because another person behaved in a negligent manner or because someone intentionally hurt you, contact an experienced Bronx broken bone injury lawyer.
Types of Broken BonesThere are many different types of broken bones or bone fractures. Some fractures are cracks in the bone, while others are a complete break of the bone. If the skin surrounding the broken bone tears, the fracture is an open fracture. A closed fracture is where no tearing of the skin surrounding the bone has taken place.
Complications often accompany broken bones. The break can heal incorrectly, resulting in a deformity of the bone. In addition, a serious condition can arise called compartment syndrome, which can result in amputation of the affected limb.
Symptoms of broken bones can include intense pain, numbness, tingling, protruding bone, limited mobility, or swelling, bruising or bleeding. Treatment for broken bones depends on the severity of the break and the location of the break. For most fractures healing will result from the immobilization of the fracture using a splint or a cast for several weeks.
Physical therapy is sometimes needed following removal of the splint or cast to reduce stiffness, restore movement, and strengthen muscle. In other cases surgery is required to make sure that the bones stay in the correct position to ensure proper healing. During the surgery plates, rods or screws are inserted. Surgery is often required for car accident injuries that involve multiple fractures, loose bone fragments, damage to ligaments, crushed bones, an unstable fracture or a fracture to the thighbone. On occasion recovery can be hindered by complications such as bone infection, nerve damage, and arthritis. Recovery from a broken bone injury from an auto accident can take a few weeks to several months.
Pursuing Compensation for a Broken Bone InjuryHolding the person responsible for your injuries legally accountable will help relieve the financial stress brought on by the accident. Through a personal injury lawsuit filed with the help of an experienced broken bone injury attorney in the Bronx you may receive compensation for losses you suffered.
For example, you may receive damages for both your past and future medical expenses. When it comes to broken bones, medical expenses may include surgery, hospital fees, fees charged by an orthopedist, and rehabilitation. You also may be entitled to receive damages to cover your lost wages if you miss work while you recover. Lost wages includes the paychecks you miss, as well as the value of sick and vacation days that you used during your recovery. If as a result of your injury you are unable to earn the amount of money you otherwise would have, you may be entitled to damages for loss of earning capacity. The physical and emotional pain that you endured are also compensable in a personal injury lawsuit.
Contact Stephen Bilkis & AssociatesWhether you have been hurt because of a car accident, bike accident, or other serious accident, contact our legal team for guidance. If your injury was due to the negligence or recklessness of someone else, you may have the right to collect compensation. Stephen Bilkis & Associates is experienced in representing victims seriously injured in accidents caused by the negligence of others. Contact an experienced broken bone injury attorney serving the Bronx at 800.696.9529 to schedule a free, no obligation consultation regarding your case. We serve clients in the following locations: Bronx, Westchester County, Suffolk County, Staten Island, Brooklyn, Long Island, Manhattan, Nassau County, and Queens.