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• Social Security Disability
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• Construction Accidents
• Dangerous Prescription Drugs
• Dog Bites
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Pedestrian & Bicyclist Accidents
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When an Indianapolis Accident Leads to Broken Bones (Part A)

When an Indianapolis accident leads to broken bones, you may be forced to take time off from work, endure surgery and extensive rehabilitation, and take a break from activities you once enjoyed. If you are suffering with a broken bone because of someone else's negligent actions, you should consider filing an Indiana personal injury claim to recover damages.

Broken bones, also called fractures, are common injuries seen in accidents involving cars, pedestrians and bicyclists. They can occur when any kind of trauma applies more force than your bone can withstand. Because broken bones can force you to lose a significant amount of income, an Indianapolis accident lawyer would be a good resource to explain your legal options.

A Close Look at the Anatomy of Broken Bones

When trauma causes a bone to break, split or splinter, the result will range from a hairline fracture to an open compound fracture. The hairline fracture, which is less serious, is usually related to prolonged stress on the bone. An open compound fracture, on the other hand, involves the bone breaking and protruding through skin.

It's crucial that you seek medical care if you suspect that you have broken any bones in an Indianapolis accident. Any delay in seeking treatment could cause your condition to worsen.

The bones that are most commonly broken in accidents are the following:

• wrists;
• arms;
• legs; and
• hips.

However, facial bones and those in the spinal cord can also be broken in an accident. As the victim of someone else's negligence, you should contact an Indianapolis accident lawyer, who will review the police report from your accident and interview witnesses to pinpoint negligence. If it's determined that you have a legitimate case, your lawyer will set the stage for an Indiana personal injury claim.

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