Broken Bone Injuries - Injured in St. Louis Auto Accident Attorneys
By Christopher Hoffmann
Jul. 21, 2016 1:22p
Auto accidents are an unfortunately reality that many St. Louis drivers face on a daily basis. Such accidents often result in emotional and physical trauma. It is not uncommon for victims of St. Louis car accidents to suffer a broken bone injury in a St. Louis car wreck. Depending on the severity of the injury, bone fractures can be life-altering. Victims who have families to provide for may soon find themselves stressed over a loss of income and medical bills. This makes it very important to seek the compensation you are entitled to after being involved in an accident cause by someone else's negligence.
Broken Bones Common in St. Louis Car Accidents
Bones are fragile. It is no surprise then, that the powerful impact of an automobile collision often results in broken bone injuries. Any bone is vulnerable in an accident, but the following are the bones that generally tend to break in car wrecks:
- Skull
- Collarbone
- Pelvis
- Ribs
- Back
- Hips
- Legs
- Arms
Bone Fractures
There are many different bone fractures, however the most common are:
Open fracture: This generally refers to when a bone breaks and bone fragments stick out through the skin. (Also known as a compound fracture.)
Closed fracture: A break occurs but the bone does not break the skin.
Non-displaced fracture: A bone cracks either part or all of the way through, however it does not move and maintains proper alignment.
Seeking Legal Help From a St. Louis Car Crash Law Firm
Recovery and treatment for a broken bone injury sustained in a St. Louis car accident will depend primarily on the severity of the fracture. Ensure that you receive the compensation you and your family need to recover and move forward after an accident by speaking with the St. Louis car accident attorneys at The Hoffmann Law Firm, L.L.C. We have extensive experience in car accident cases and can help protect your legal rights. Call us today at (314) 361-4242 for a free case evaluation.
Sources:
http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=A00582
http://www.healthline.com/health/fracture
http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/understanding-fractures-basic-information
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