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BROKEN BONES AND FRACTURES
Have you suffered a fractured bone or a fracture from an accident?
Broken bones and fractures are common injuries that you can claim. The value of a fractured bone or fracture depends on the degree of the damage.
Accidents in public involving broken bones and fractures require immediate medical intervention. When an injury damages the skeletal framework, surrounding tissue, veins, and organs are commonly injured. Our personal injury solicitors can help you assess whether to sue and if it’s worth making an injury claim.
There’s no doubt about it, broken bones and fractures can be extremely painful. But what exactly are they?
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What Is A Fracture?
A broken bone, also called a fracture, is a medical condition where there is a break in the continuity of the bone. This means that the bone has been completely or partially fractured. A fracture can occur as a result of trauma or due to an underlying health condition.
Fractures can range from minor cracks to complete breaks. They can also vary in their severity, depending on the location of the fracture and the amount of force that was involved in causing it.
If you think you may have suffered a broken bone or fracture, it’s important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Treatment will vary depending on the type and severity of the fracture but may include rest, immobilization, pain relief medication, and surgery.
How Do Fractures Occur?
Bones break when they are overstressed. Any size break is referred to as a bone fracture by medical experts. Most people experience two bone fractures in their lifetime. A number of reasons can lead to broken bones. Bone fractures are commonly caused by:
- Bicycle crashes
- Car accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Slip and falls
- Direct blows
- Workplace accidents
BROKEN BONE COMPENSATION
A broken bone can have a major impact on your life, and the last thing you want to worry about is how you’re going to pay for it. Luckily, in the UK, there are a number of options for broken bone compensation.
If you have private health insurance, then you should be covered for any medical treatment you need as a result of your broken bone. Your insurance company will also likely cover any physiotherapy or other rehabilitation costs.
If you don’t have private health insurance, then you can still claim compensation from the NHS. The NHS will cover the cost of your initial treatment, but you may have to pay for your own physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
There are also a number of charities and organisations that can help with the cost of treatment for a broken bone. These include the British Red Cross and St John Ambulance.
Broken Bone And Fracture Claims Scotland
A broken bone injury is an accident that can occur on a slippery surface, this could be at work or a public place such as a supermarket, hospital, or shopping centre.
A slippery floor that has been cleaned should always have an appropriate wet floor sign. A company may be held liable if the slippage is not cleaned up in an appropriate amount of time and/or they have failed to warn the public that the floor is wet by way of displaying a wet floor sign.
According to the NHS, there are about 6.3 million fractures (broken bones) in the UK each year. This is equivalent to one in every ten people.
There are many different types of broken bone accidents, but the most common are slips, trips and falls. These accidents can happen anywhere, at any time, and to anyone.
If you have suffered a broken bone in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be able to claim compensation.
Compensation can help cover the cost of medical treatment, rehabilitation, and any other expenses incurred as a result of your accident.
If you think you may have a claim, contact our personal injury solicitors Scotland who will be able to advise you on whether you have a valid claim and how much compensation you could be entitled to.
How Much Compensation For Broken Bones?
Broken bones, or fractures, are a painful reality for many individuals. Fortunately, in most cases, people can recover from their broken bones and go on with their lives.
However, the recovery process often requires both time off of work and extensive medical care. As such, those who have suffered a broken bone may be entitled to some compensation for their injury.
The amount of compensation someone can receive after suffering a broken bone varies based on the type of fracture they sustained. For example, if the fracture is minor—such as a hairline crack—they may receive less compensation than someone who has suffered a more serious injury requiring surgery to heal properly.
Broken Bone Compensation Amounts
Generally speaking, those who have sustained more severe fractures (Skull) will be eligible for higher amounts of compensation than someone with a simpler fracture.
A few examples are provided below:
- Fractured finger – £6,000 – £12000
- Fractured wrist – £8000 – £16,000
- Fractured wrist (Dominant hand) £9000 to £20,000
- Broken arm humerus – £18,000 to £25,000
- Fractured Radius/Ulna – £6500 to £12,000
- Rib fracture – £4500 to £7000
- Hip fracture – £20,000 to £35,000
- Fractured collarbone – £4000 – £7000
- Ankle fracture – £5000 – 9,500
- Fractured toe – £3,500 to £6000
Please note the estimates provided above are only to be used as a guide.
Your personal injury solicitor will be able to accurately value your claim based on your treatment plan and medical records.
Who Can Be Affected By Bone Fractures?
Bone fractures are a serious medical condition that can have a profound effect on those affected. In some cases, the broken bone may be minor and heal easily with minimal treatment. However, in more severe cases, the fracture can cause significant pain and disability which can lead to physical and financial hardship.
A person of any age can suffer from a broken bone. While children are most susceptible due to their inquisitive nature and adventurous spirit, adults also face risks depending on their lifestyle habits and occupation.
Sports enthusiasts engaging in high-risk activities such as mountain biking or skiing may be more prone to breaks than someone who spends the majority of their time sedentary indoors.
Additionally, occupations involving manual labor or working at heights increase the odds of potential fractures compared to desk jobs with fewer inherent risks.
Talk with a bone fracture lawyer to discuss your injury claim.
How to tell if a bone is fractured or broken?
If you suspect that you or someone else may have a broken bone, it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis. There are several signs and symptoms that can indicate a fracture or broken bone, but there are also other conditions such as sprains and strains that can cause similar effects. To accurately diagnose a fracture, it is best to seek medical advice from your doctor.
Diagnosing a fracture typically involves the use of X-rays, MRIs or CT scans in order to confirm if there is indeed a break in the bone.
However, one sign of an injury prior to imaging tests is pain when trying to move the affected area.
Other signs include swelling, bruising, and numbness in the area surrounding the injured spot.
what's worse a broken bone or a fracture?
When it comes to bone injuries, many people think a broken bone and a fracture are the same thing. However, they are two separate types of bone injuries that differ in severity and treatment.
A broken bone occurs when the entire bone is fractured into two or more pieces, which can be caused by sudden impact or force such as a car accident or fall.
Symptoms include severe pain, swelling, and bruising around the affected area. Treatment for a broken bone usually involves setting it back in place with pins and rods before being put in a cast for several weeks to mend.
On the other hand, fractures refer to when only part of the bone’s surface has been damaged but not completely split apart like with a break.
This type of injury can cause pain and tenderness to the area but may not always appear as swollen or bruised as it does with breaks.
No win no fee broken bone specialists
Hamilton Douglas Legal is a claims management firm that specialises in broken bone and fracture claims. We are dedicated to providing clients with the best legal advice and representation when it comes to such cases.
Our extensive team of experienced experts understand what is at stake for our clients, which allows us to provide tailored solutions and results that meet the needs of each individual case.
Our no win no fee Scotland policy allows clients to pursue their claims without worrying about upfront legal costs or risks.
We take on full responsibility for all aspects of the case, from gathering evidence through to negotiations with insurers.
Plus, we also have access to many other resources including medical experts and specialists who can help build a stronger case for our clients.
At Hamilton Douglas Legal, we are committed to getting you the results you deserve – fast!
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