A broken bone is a very painful injury. Broken bones can take a long time to heal and can be quite expensive to treat. While broken arms, legs, and fingers are among the most common types of broke bones, there are a wide variety of types of broken bones. For example, a skull fracture is a type of broken bone. A spinal fracture is another type. Depending on the type of bone broken and the severity of the break, a broken bone can leave the victim permanently disabled. In the most severe cases a broken bone and lead to death. Broken bones, also referred to as bone fractures, can be classified in several different ways. A closed fracture occurs when the break does not tear through the skin. A closed fracture is also called a simple fracture. If the break punctures the skin or tissue, it is an open fracture or a compound fracture. Bone fractures can result from a variety of types of accidents including auto accidents, bicycle accidents, slip and fall accidents, pedestrian accidents, and construction accidents. Particularly in elderly individuals or young children, bone fractures can be quite serious, leading to infections and other life-threatening complications. If you are in need of a personal injury attorney because you suffered a broken bone due to the negligence of another person, it is imperative that you immediately contact an experienced Brooklyn personal injury attorney who will be able to guide you through the process of filing a personal injury claim against the negligent person.
Symptoms of bone fracturesA bone breaks when excessive force is exerted upon the bone causing it to break. Such force is typical when two vehicles collide, when a victim falls from a high elevation in a construction accident, or when a bicyclist or motorcyclist falls onto hard pavement.
Symptoms of bone fractures vary depending on the type of bone injured and the severity of the fracture. For example, if the fracture is a simple fracture or hairline fracture, the symptoms may be localized swelling, pain or tenderness in the area. Oftentimes hairline fractures initially go unnoticed, causing them to worsen. Symptoms for more serious fractures are much more pronounced, including deformity in the area of the fracture, bruising, and loss of function in the area. If the fracture is an open fracture there will be a bone protruding from the skin.
Treatment for bone fracturesA broken bone is a serious medical condition. In most cases emergency treatment is required. In order for the bone to heal property, it must be set and immobilized with a cast, splint or traction. Depending on the type of fracture and seriousness of the fracture, surgery may or may not be required. In serious cases pins, rods, plates or screws may be necessary to hold the fracture in place.
It can take up to 6 weeks or more for a broken bone to heal. It may take another 6 weeks for to for you to regain full strength. Physical therapy is sometimes needed to help reduce stiffness, restore movement, and strengthen muscle.
Pursuing compensation for a broken bone injuryBecause treating a broken bone can take weeks and even months, medical bills quickly accumulate. Furthermore, depending on the type of broken bone it may be difficult for the victim to work during recovery. This means that the victim may have little income coupled with mounting medical bills.
The good news is that under New York law victims of negligence have the legal right to pursue compensation from the negligent party. This means that you can file a claim against the negligent party to force them to pay you for the medical bills associated with the broken bones. In addition, you can demand that that negligent party pay you for your lost wages and for other losses associated with the accident.
Contact the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & AssociatesAccidents leave victims with many painful and often permanent injuries such as broken bones. Broken bones can take weeks to heal. During that time the victim may have difficulty performing activities of daily living. Furthermore, the victim may not be able to work for weeks or even months. The likely result is financial distress. In order to receive compensation for your losses it is important that you are represented by an attorney who has experience successfully representing victims in personal injury cases. The attorneys at the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates are experienced in handling personal injury cases where the victims suffered serious injuries such as broken bones. Contact us at 800.696.9529 to schedule a consultation regarding your case. The consultation is free! We represent clients in the following locations: the Bronx, Brooklyn, Long Island, Manhattan, Nassau County, Rockland County, Queens, Staten Island, Suffolk County and Westchester County.