What are the most common injuries caused by slip and fall accidents?
Broken bones, along with back, neck, and head injuries, are the most common results of a fall. These injuries can leave you with high medical expenses and other losses.
Fortunately, a Boston slip-and-fall accident lawyer from our team at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers can help you seek compensation for these expenses. We handle all your legal needs so you can focus on recovery.
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Fall Accidents and Broken Bones
Falling can easily result in a broken bone. The most commonly broken bones in a fall include:
- The hip
- Ribs
- Collarbone
You may also break bones in your arms or legs if you try to catch yourself in the fall. Make sure you get prompt medical care for these injuries.
Falls and Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries (SCI) represent another common fall injury. We use this term to refer to several injuries, including:
- Fractured vertebrae
- Pinched nerves
- Herniated discs
- Slipped discs
Injuries to the spinal cord can result in paralysis. You may experience complete or partial paralysis after a fall, limiting your movement. Some people recover from spinal cord injuries, while others experience permanent disability.
Fall Injuries Can Damage Your Neck
Neck injuries are another common result of a fall. You may experience damage to your neck tendons, ligaments, or muscles, resulting in limited movement and severe pain.
Is Whiplash a Neck Injury?
Whiplash refers to one specific kind of neck injury. Whiplash damages the soft tissues of your neck and your upper spinal cord. Typically, this injury occurs if your neck jerks suddenly and violently, as it could when you fall.
Slip and Falls Can Cause Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
You may strike your head after slipping. In this situation, many individuals end up with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Concussions are the most common type of TBI. You may have a concussion if you experience:
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Confusion
- Ringing in your ears
- Nausea
You may experience more severe TBIs based on the force of your fall. Please visit a doctor immediately if you suspect you have a brain injury of any kind.
You May Cut Yourself in a Fall
A slip-and-fall accident may expose you to numerous hazards. You could cut yourself if you fall into sharp metal, broken glass, or other dangerous debris. You may require stitches or sutures to recover from a cut.
Falls Can Injure Your Limbs
In addition to breaking bones, a fall could sprain your:
- Knee
- Ankle
- Elbow
- Wrist
- Shoulder
Sprains and strains cause damage to your tendons and ligaments. You may require specialized medical care to recover from these injuries.
Fall Accidents and Chronic Pain
Fall accidents can have long-term effects on your health. Regardless of the underlying injury, some patients end up with chronic pain that lasts for years or the rest of their lives. You may experience this pain even if you get immediate treatment for your injuries.
Can You Get Compensation After a Slip and Fall Accident?
Fall accidents can result in severe injuries requiring extensive medical care. Fortunately, you may qualify for compensation to cover these expenses. The property owner may have to cover the costs of your healthcare expenses, including your:
- Emergency treatment and ambulance ride
- Time spent in the hospital
- All medical tests and procedures
- Prescription and over-the-counter medications
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
The individual at fault for your injuries may also cover your lost pay, emotional pain, and mental suffering. Find out more about these options with our local legal team. You can focus on healing while we handle everything else.
Who Is Responsible for Your Slip-and-Fall Injuries?
Your premises liability lawyer can identify the liable party after an injury. In many cases, we build a claim against the property owner. We investigate to see if the owner allowed a hazard to develop on the property, putting you at risk.
We may also focus on people who lease or rent the property where your injury occurred. We have the training and experience to investigate each accident. Our investigation may require us to:
- Question all eyewitnesses
- Get a copy of your police report
- Visit the location where you fell
- Look for photo and video evidence
- Work with slip and fall accident experts
We may help you file an insurance claim or a lawsuit to get damages for your injuries.
Discuss Common Slip-and-Fall Injuries With Our Team
You can review the most common injuries caused by slip-and-fall accidents with our team at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers. We put our clients first and take pride in offering our Stone Cold Guarantee.
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