Knee Fractures
The knee is the most commonly injured joint by adolescent athletes with an estimated 2.5 million sports-related injuries annually. But knee fractures also occur every day on the road, in the workplace, and in unsafe public conditions.
At best, serious knee fractures cause acute pain, discomfort, and loss of income. But, since qualified medical treatment is tough to afford for families already operating without a primary provider, many victims go on to live with chronic pain, stiffness, and mobility loss.
Unfortunately, many Canadians miss opportunities to acquire the compensation they deserve. Failing to research legal options in the wake of an injury costs victims millions of dollars each year and imposes lower quality of life on people who deserve better.
If you or a member of your family sustained a severe knee fracture due to another person’s actions or negligence, you may be entitled to compensation to cover the cost of treatment, rehabilitation, and income lost.
Our team of experienced personal injury lawyers at Oatley Vigmond can determine your eligibility and explain your options.
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Experience – Oatley Vigmond’s greatest asset
With more than four decades of experience in this kind of personal injury claim, our team understands knee fractures.
Serious injuries include bends, small cracks, complete shattering of the bone, and fractures that cause the bone to be forced through the skin. Beyond the kneecap or patella itself, knee fractures can affect the thigh bone or femur, the two bones in the lower leg called the tibia and fibula, and any of the bone or tissue surrounding the knee joint.
Commonly, knee fractures result from slip and fall accidents, motor vehicle crashes, sports injuries, and direct hits to the knee. When your or a loved one’s knee is fractured, a number of symptoms manifest indicating the damage sustained by the bones, including:
● Pain, swelling, or tenderness immediately felt following the impact
● Pain when the injured area is touched, preventing you from putting your weight on that leg
● Pain that worsens when you try to move
● Trouble bending the knee
● Grating sensation when the injured leg is moved, and the fractured bones grind against each other
● Muscle spasms
● Noticeable change in the shape, or deformity of the leg
By now, you’ve received emergency treatment for your injury, but we understand your recovery has only begun.
Though surgical and rehabilitative treatments for knee fractures vary based on the specific injury, they always put a major burden on affected families. Beyond the obvious cost of treatment, recovery drains the family’s energy and emotional resources as members balance the roles of caregiver, housekeeper, and loved one.
Oatley Vigmond is willing to support you through the worst of your knee fracture recovery. We eliminate financial stress from the start by waving all legal fees until your claim is successful. And unlike other firms that limit their support to legal matters, we support you every step of the way, whether you need insurance assistance, help assembling a care team, or last-minute transportation to an appointment.
Risk-free representation – Oatley Vigmond’s promise
Why choose Oatley Vigmond for your knee fracture claim?
In Ontario alone, it is easy to be overwhelmed by the selection of representation available to you. But while any law firm can build a legal claim, only a holistic approach to client care will pave the road to a hassle-free recovery.
At Oatley Vigmond, our team of personal injury lawyers bring years of expertise and passion to every legal claim we consult on, and represent in all levels of Canada’s legal system. Our lawyers are Certified Litigation Specialists recognized by the Law Society of Upper Canada, professionally designating our ability to build and represent successful legal claims and advocate for our clients’ needs.
Beginning with a noncommittal, no-cost consultation, Oatley Vigmond lawyers will sit down with you and establish the circumstances leading to sustaining a knee fracture, as well as the party at fault for the injury. From there, we will begin your legal claim for compensation against the responsible party – your, or your family member’s workplace; another driver, or manufacturer whose driving or product caused the crash, leading to the fracture; or the perpetrator of an assault that caused a direct hit on the knee.
Outside the courtroom, our dedicated Accident Benefits Specialists work with you and an established network of healthcare providers to assess the extent of your or your family member’s knee fracture, fight with you for full insurance coverage, and determine the long-term costs of rehabilitation, which could be provided for by your successful legal claim.
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At Oatley Vigmond, we provide immediate and ongoing support for our clients.
There are many of firms that offer legal advice and assistance in processing your claim for just compensation, but the Oatley Vigmond Approach sets us apart.
We will stay by your side from first call to final contact, even as we apply our 40+ years of experience to secure your compensation in court.
What are examples of Fractures or Orthopaedic injuries?
Some fractures or orthopaedic injuries that may occur as a result of an accident could include:
On occasion, broken bones in the neck may sever or cut the spinal cord and paralyze the victim. But even if the broken bone in your neck does not result in compromise to the spinal cord, neck fractures can cause chronic issues with mobility, independence and the ability to work.
The unique structure of the shoulder’s ball-and-socket joint allows for unparalleled range of motion. But high mobility also increases risk of injury. Because the shoulder joint is so complex, even the smallest injury can have a profound effect on your independence and quality of life.
We all have eight bones in our wrists and two arm bones (ulna and radius) that connect to the wrist. Ligaments, cartilage and muscles hold the wrist together and allow it to do its job. When these bones are broken or injured, our mobility, quality of life, and earning potential is seriously compromised.
Elbow injuries can cause pain, swelling, bruising and stiffness in the joint. Serious elbow fractures are often treated with surgery. There is always a concern that someone with a fractured elbow will end up with permanent stiffness, limited range of motion and arthritic pain in the elbow.
Significant force is required to fracture the large and sturdy bones in the hip and pelvis area. These fractures are often caused by falls, cycling, motorcycle, car and truck accidents. Treatment of a broken pelvis often requires a surgical reconstruction. Arthritis is also common after a hip or pelvic fracture. Post-traumatic arthritis can cause lifelong problems with walking, running, balance and stamina.
The knee is the most commonly injured joint by adolescent athletes with an estimated 2.5 million sports-related injuries annually. But knee fractures also occur every day on the road, in the workplace, and thanks to unsafe public conditions. At best, serious knee fractures cause acute pain, discomfort and loss of income.
Fractures to your ankle or foot can be extremely serious and change your life forever. This is particularly true when the fracture goes into a joint. The ankle and foot are made up of more than 28 bones and 30 joints. An injured joint is seven times more likely to become arthritic, even if the injury receives proper treatment.
What happens if I suffer a Fracture or Orthopaedic injury?
Though securing your compensation is important to us, orthopaedic injuries often demand other resources. A common misconception about fractures and orthopaedic injuries is that they are completely resolved after the initial healing period. In many cases, orthopaedic injuries can cause ongoing problems, including pain and weakness, for years following the injury. If not cared for properly, an orthopaedic injury can cause more tension on the surrounding nerves and tissues, resulting in further pain and suffering. Your injury may prevent you from generating an income, and may require expensive surgery or rehabilitation. Your ability to care for yourself and your family could be seriously compromised, and the stress of this realisation could disrupt your recovery.