Broken and Fractured Bones Lawyers in Austin

Common Bone Fractures and Brakes

Commonly called broken bones, fractures occur when an opposing physical force damages a bone. The severity of the brake or fracture will have an impact on the amount of compensation you may be entitled to seek. In order for a fracture to occur, the outside force must be stronger than the bone. Most people suffer about two fractures during the course of their lives. Fractures are common childhood injuries. However, fractures in children are less complicated than fractures in adults. As the human body ages, its bones become brittle and are not able to heal as efficiently. When a child's bone is broken, it heals in less time. Many adult bone fractures occur from circumstances that would not damage a child's bones. Some of the most common forms of broken bones include the following:

• Complete Fracture – The bone completely splits into two separate pieces
• Greenstick Fracture - One side of the bone is significantly cracked, but not entirely
• Single Fracture – Only one part of the bone has a crack or break
• Comminuted Fracture – Essentially, the bone is crushed or broken in multiple places
• Open Fracture – The break is so severe that the bone actually protrudes through the skin

Displaced and Non-Displaced

As their names suggest, these types of fractures refer to the position of the bone after it breaks. A displaced fracture occurs when the bone breaks in one or more places and the pieces don't align correctly. Non-displaced fractures involve a complete or partial break in which the pieces of the bone remain aligned after the injury. Simply put, if the ends of the broken bone line up, the individual has suffered a non-displaced break.

Open and Closed Fractures

Open fractures are easy to identify because they involve a visible wound. Open fractures break and puncture the victim's skin; closed fractures do not. Open fractures, also called compound fractures, are visible through the skin and generally considered more severe than a closed break. Open fractures also run the risk of becoming infected. Closed fractures, also called simple fractures, are not as dangerous as open wounds because they are contained beneath the victim's skin. In serious cases, victims of compound fracture wounds suffer deep bone infections.

Other Bone Injuries

A greenstick fracture occurs when the bone bends but doesn't completely break. Greenstick breaks are common in children because their bones have not aged and become brittle. Transverse fractures occur when the bone breaks at a right angle to its axis. Unlike transverse fractures, oblique fractures break diagonally across the axis of the bone. Sometimes, the bone breaks into several pieces, called a comminuted fracture. When the ends of two bones are driven into each other, an impacted fracture may occur. This type of injury is common in children's arm injuries. Other broken bones may be the result of a bone-weakening disease.

Broken Bones: Identification and Treatment

Like most medical conditions, broken bones have symptoms. Compound fractures are immediately identifiable because they cause an open wound; greenstick fractures and other breaks may not be as easy to identify. Depending on the severity of the break, it may make a loud cracking sound when it breaks. After the break, the injury may appear bent, deformed or bruised. If the individual suffers an open fracture, the injury may bleed. Broken bones are usually very painful when moved. Additionally, a severe fracture may render the affected limb unable to move properly. After a broken bone injury, it is crucial that the limb stays in one place. If possible, do not move the broken bone; moving the limb can further the injury. If the injury is bleeding or swollen, gently raise it above the victim's heart. If the injury is a compound fracture, never attempt to push the bone back into the victim's skin. This may cause severe pain and unnecessary damage. Use a bandage or dry cloth to cover the exposed wound until medical assistance arrives. If you are not sure whether or not you have suffered a broken bone, talk to your doctor. After a physical examination, your doctor may use an X-ray to determine if your bone is broken and the severity of the injury. If you have suffered a broken bone because of someone else's carelessness or negligence, contact us today. We are ready to help you get the financial compensation you may deserve for your injury.

Tell Zinda Law Group About Your Case

Zinda Law Group can assist those individuals who have suffered broken or fractured bones create an effective legal strategy in order to seek the best possible legal outcome. When working with a client, Zinda Law Group will be able to provide the following services:

• Evaluating the nature of the case and assisting the client in determining the best possible course of action.
• Gathering evidence in a timely manner.
• Representing the client before the court, in addition to negotiating with the defendant’s attorneys.

In fact, in many cases, skillful legal representation can lead to the defendant settling before the case goes to trial, enabling the injured party to obtain an acceptable settlement without having to endure the stress of a trial. This makes obtaining an effective attorney all the more important for individuals considering a wrongful injury lawsuit. Ultimately, the services of an experienced personal injury attorney can mean the difference between success and failure. Because of this, anyone who has suffered a personal injury should immediately obtain professional legal assistance from the law firm of Zinda Law Group.