Millions of people are treated for orthopedic fractures each year in the United States. One of the most common causes of broken bones is trauma, including falls, pedestrian accidents, motor vehicle crashes, and bicycle accidents. Many people who suffer broken bones or fractures only require a light cast or a splint to hold the bone in place while it heals. In a couple of months, the bone has healed, and the cast or splint is no longer required. In these cases, a victim may not require the assistance of a Dallas orthopedic fractures attorney if the insurance company for the at-fault party pays all medical bills, reimburses all lost wages, and offers a fair amount for pain and suffering damages.
However, some victims are not as fortunate. Many orthopedic fractures cause chronic pain, long-term impairment, and months of painful surgeries and physical therapy. The financial, emotional, and physical harm caused by a careless driver or negligent property owner can be significant. In these cases, an accident victim should definitely seek the advice of an experienced Texas orthopedic fractures attorney. Call 214-290-8001 for your free consultation with an attorney.
At the Law Office of Julie Johnson PLLC, we care about the health and well-being of our clients. Even if you believe your fracture or broken bone is a minor injury, we encourage you to take advantage of our free consultation to discuss your legal rights and the value of your claim before you agree to a settlement with the insurance company.
It does not cost you anything to meet with one of our Dallas orthopedic fractures lawyers. Therefore, you have nothing to lose by meeting with us but a small amount of your time. However, if you are about to settle your claim for a much lower amount than the claim is worth, meeting with our attorney for a free case review could increase your injury settlement substantially.
If you have suffered a fracture or broken bone in an accident, call 214-290-8001 to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers. You may also contact our office online for more information.
According to Stanford Health Care, there are a variety of names to describe orthopedic fractures. Some of the common types of bone fractures include:
A physician uses a variety of diagnostic tools to examine you to determine the exact type of orthopedic fracture suffered because of the accident. A doctor typically performs a careful physical and visual examination to assess your condition before using an X-ray, bone scan, MRI, or CT scan to detect the fracture. In addition to diagnosing the fracture, the physician may continue to perform tests to determine if any tissues around the bone were damaged in the crash. Once the doctor has a diagnosis, he can develop a treatment plan for the patient.
Our Dallas personal injury law firm works closely with your doctor to monitor your treatment plan to determine when you reach maximum medical improvement to file an injury claim. Call 214-290-8001 now for your free case evaluation.
Treatments for orthopedic fractures vary depending on the type of broken bone and the severity of the fracture. A doctor may use a cast or brace to restrict movement while the bone heals. In some cases, traction may be used to align the bones gently so that they can heal correctly.
For serious and traumatic cases of orthopedic fracture, one or more surgeries may be required. A surgeon may need to use pins, screws, and metal plates to stabilize the bone on the outside of the skin. However, some orthopedic fractures require internal fixation with metal plates, pins, rods, and screws that hold the bones in place and remain attached to the bone permanently. Other types of surgery that could be required for orthopedic fractures include bone replacement and bone grafting.
An accident victim could be in recovery for months because of orthopedic fractures. Some patients need a few weeks of physical therapy while traumatic injuries may require months of physical therapy followed by rehabilitative therapy. In the worst cases, the accident victim is unable to recover fully from the injury and has a permanent impairment that will have negative consequences for the victim during the rest of his or her life. some victims, they may be unable to return to work or to earn as much income as they did before the crash or fall.
If you suffered orthopedic fractures in a slip & fall, car accident, motorcycle crash, pedestrian accident, or other personal injury accident, you may be entitled to recover money for your damages, injuries, and losses. Because of the extensive cost of medical care for orthopedic fractures and the substantial amount of money you could lose because you cannot work, filing an accident claim to recover compensation from the at-fault party is extremely important.
However, an insurance adjuster may attempt to convince you to handle the claim without a Dallas orthopedic fractures attorney. The adjuster knows he can probably settle your claim for far less than it is actually worth if you do not have an attorney. Do NOT allow this to happen to you. Seek legal advice for your accident claim as quickly as possible from an experienced Dallas personal injury lawyer. Our lawyers understand how to value a claim correctly to maximize the amount you are entitled to receive for your suffering and damages.
The Dallas accident attorneys of The Law Office of Julie Johnson PLLC do not charge consultation fee. You can call 214-290-8001 or contact our office online to request your free consultation with a personal injury lawyer in Texas. Let us help you receive compensation for the pain, suffering, medical expenses, lost income, and other damages from the person who is responsible for your suffering and losses.