Millions of people sustain fractures and broken bones from accidents every year. Most of these accidents are not anybody’s fault, such as slipping on soap in the bathtub or tripping over an item that you dropped on the floor of your home. Some of these fractures can be very serious, impacting your ability to earn income and enjoy life. You should contact an Orange County broken bone lawyer at Crockett Law Group for help.
California allows people to sue drunk drivers or other types of negligent or reckless individuals who cause serious injuries to others. It’s important to know that you can collect a substantial amount of compensation that can help you pay medical bills, reimburse you for lost earnings and provide you with cash for your pain, suffering, and mental anguish.
If your broken bones were caused by a car accident, a defective product, a dangerous condition on somebody’s property, or another circumstance beyond your control, we can help you collect financial compensation. We will review all the information you provide, and patiently discuss your legal options, allowing you to make an informed decision about how to proceed. Call a personal injury lawyer at the Crockett Law Group today to schedule your free consultation and learn more.
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What Is a Fracture?
A fracture is a broken bone that can include anything from a thin or “hairline” fracture to a complete break. Fractures are easily diagnosed with an X-ray and are important to confirm or rule out prior to treating an injury. If you suspect you’ve sustained a fracture, immediate medical attention is necessary because fractures are much more difficult to treat if too much time has elapsed. Fractures are the most common serious injury sustained by children, adults, and seniors.Common Bone Fracture Types
Fractures commonly caused by accidents include:Closed Fractures
This is also known as a “simple fracture,” and is diagnosed when the bone doesn’t break the skin.Open Fractures
Also called a “compound fracture,” it’s diagnosed when the ends of a broken bone break through the skin. Compound fractures create a serious risk for infection, especially when internal issues are exposed.Incomplete Fractures
This is when the bone doesn’t break or crack all the way through. Some examples are:- Hairline fractures, where there is a thin crack
- Greenstick fractures, where the bone is broken on one side while the other side is bent
- Buckle of torus fractures, where the bone is broken on one side and a bump develops on the other
Complete Fractures
This is when the bone breaks completely. It’s snapped or crushed into two or more pieces. There are many types of complete fractures including:- Single fractures, where the bone is broken into two pieces
- Comminuted fractures, where the bone is crushed or broken into three pieces or more
- Compression fractures, where pressure causes the bone to collapse
- Non-displaced fractures, where the bones stay in normal alignment after the break
- Displaced fractures, where the bones are out of alignment due to the break
- Segmental fractures, where the bone is broken in two or more places and at least one segment is unattached