Broken Arm

Compassionate Representation for Broken Arm Injury Victims in New York

The arm consists of three major bones: the ulna, radius, and humerus. Even a slight fracture to any of these bones can result in excruciating pain. The arm plays a critical role in everyday functions like typing, getting dressed, driving, and more. When the arm is incapacitated due to a break it can leave you unable to work for an extended period of time.

If your arm was fractured in an accident that was not your fault, contact our office at (914) 417-4623 for a free consultation.

What to Do If You Suffer a Broken Arm Injury

If your arm is injured in an accident, you need to seek medical attention immediately. If the accident was caused by another person’s negligence or wrongdoing, you need to contact an attorney. You might be entitled to compensation to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and more.

Signs of a broken or fractured arm:

Swelling or bruising;
Pain and tenderness;
Deformity in the arm; or
Bone protrudes through the skin.

In some cases, it may be difficult to tell whether your arm is fractured without an x-ray or CT scan. It is always in your best interest to seek emergency care if your arm sustained an injury during an accident. A medical professional will be able to recommend treatment, including whether you need to immobilize the bone with a cast or realign the bone with surgery.

Common Causes of Broken Arm Injuries

Broken arm injuries are generally caused by some sort of force, such as through a fall or car accident. In many cases, the fractured arm injury is preventable, caused only by another person’s negligence or wrongdoing. When that is the case, the responsible party can be held liable through a personal injury lawsuit.

Common causes of arm fractures include:

Because the arm is critical to everyday functions, any limitations to activities of daily living can be devastating. It is essential to consult with an attorney as soon as possible after your accident to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve.

Types of Arm Fractures

While the arm is only made up of three bones, there are a number of different types of fractures that can occur. The kind of treatment you will need will depend on the severity of the fracture.

As noted by the Mayo Clinic, types of arm fractures include:

Open (compound) fracture – bone pierces the skin;
Closed fracture – break does not penetrate the skin;
Displaced fracture – the break is not aligned;
Comminuted fracture – the bone is shattered;
Greenstick fracture – the bone is cracked but does not break completely; and
Buckle (torus) fracture – one side of the bone is compressed, resulting in buckling on the other side.

Many arm fractures require the bone to be realigned through surgery. In severe cases, a surgeon may have to implant screws, nails, or plates to stabilize the fracture.

Obtaining Compensation After a Broken Arm Injury

While many people believe that a broken arm is not serious, it can, in fact, be debilitating. A severe fracture can leave you unable to work for long periods of time. Without compensation from a liable party, you may be unable to pay your medical bills or living expenses.

If you suffered a broken arm due to someone else’s negligence, you deserve to receive money for your losses. You should not have to pay out of pocket for someone else’s wrongdoing. The best way to ensure that you receive the maximum compensation in your case is to retain an experienced attorney.

Broken Arm Settlements

Settlements in a broken arm case can vary greatly depending on the cause of the accident, the extent of the injuries, and whether the injured party is able to return to work after the injury. An attorney can help determine the amount of damages that you should ask for in a claim based on personal injury.

In a broken arm injury case, you may receive compensation for:

Medical bills
Lost wages
Loss of future earning capacity
Future medical care and treatment
Pain and suffering
Disfigurement and disability

A case valuation can help determine the amount of compensation you might receive based on your injuries and the circumstances of the accident. Even if you were partially to blame for the accident, you might still be able to collect damages.

Hiring an Attorney After Suffering a Broken Arm

If you sustained a broken arm in an accident, contact Denlea & Carton for a free, no-obligation consultation at (914) 417-4623.

Our experienced legal team has helped recover over $100,000,000 in verdicts and settlements on behalf of our clients. Let us help you get the money you need to get the care and treatment you deserve. Call now to get started.

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Compassionate Representation for Broken Arm Injury Victims in New York