Sternum Injury Lawyers Los Angeles
The sternum, also known as the breastbone is located in the center of the chest. The sternum, along with the clavicles and ribcage house and protect many vital internal organs such as the heart and lungs. Sternum fractures can be sustained in almost any type of accident that exerts excessive force, blunt force or pressure onto the chest cavity. If you or a loved one have suffered a sternum injury in an accident sue to another’s negligence it is important that you consult with a skilled Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer.
Accidents Resulting In Sternum Fractures And Sternum Injuries
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Slip And Fall Accidents
Sports Injuries
Pedestrian Accidents
Bicycle Accidents
Diagnosis And Treatment Of A Fractured Sternum
The most effective way to diagnose a sternum fracture and its severity is via taking an X-ray. Many times sternum fractures and sternum injuries will heal on their own. Typically only pain relievers and limited movement are prescribed. If the sternum is unstable or severed surgery may be required in these cases.
Any chest injury will warrant ruling out other types of injuries such as broken clavicles, ribs or injuries to the heart and lungs. Once these are ruled out you can focus primarily on allowing the sternum to heal. Healing of the sternum is a very passive process that only time will cure. You may experience a fair amount of pain and physical discomfort during the recovery process. If necessary you may be prescribed physical therapy to help your pectorals, or chest muscles, regain their strength.
Compensation For Sternum Fractures
If your sternum injury was caused by someone else you may be entitled to benefits and compensation according to California personal injury law. Means of compensation that may be pursued via personal injury lawsuit are financial compensation, lost wages compensation and current and future medical expenses. If your injury was not caused in the workplace or while performing a work related activity you may also be entitled to pain and suffering compensation. A skilled and experienced Long Beach Auto Accident Attorney will identify all possible means of compensation and get you what you deserve.
Contact A LA County Injury Law Firm
Please call Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawsuit Litigation Lawyers Majid Hashemi to discuss your claim. As your attorney Mr. Hashemi will do his best to get you the maximum amount of compensation and medical benefits you are entitled to for your injuries.
Mr. Hashemi offers free consultations and charges no fee unless he recovers for you.
