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Broken Bones and Fractures Suffered in an Illinois Accident (Part A)

Broken bones, or fractures, can be severe injuries that are a result of an Illinois accident. These injuries can lead not only to time off from work but the need for surgery, rehabilitation and therapy, all of which can be very costly.

When someone else’s negligence causes an individual to suffer injuries, such as broken bones, they may be held liable for damages. Recovery of damages may be possible through the filing of an Illinois personal injury claim, which is where the help of a Chicago personal injury attorney comes in.

Overview of Broken Bones and Fractures in an Illinois Accident

There is sometimes confusion about whether broken bones or fractures are worse. The truth is that they are actually the same thing. The only difference is the type of broken bone or fracture suffered.

Depending on the accident, you can suffer multiple broken bones that require a lengthy amount of time to recover. When a bone is unable to withstand the force placed upon it, it can fracture. The severity of the fracture will depend on the amount of force and the strength of the bone. 

For instance, if an individual was already suffering from a bone loss disorder such as osteoporosis, the fracture may be more complicated. Additionally, a head-on collision compared to a minor fender-bender will also play a part in the amount of damage suffered from broken bones.

Types of Fractures

There are different types of fractures that can happen in an accident, which may include the following body parts: 

  • shoulder;
  • arm;
  • hand/wrist;
  • hip/pelvis;
  • leg; and
  • foot/ankle.  

Broken bones can also be much more complicated, affecting only certain bones in the shoulder, for instance. This is why the treatment of fractures can be very complex and lead to a long road of recovery.

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