Suing for a Labrum Tear – Torn Labrum after an Accident

Within the ball and socket joint in your shoulders and hips is the labrum, which looks like a cup-shaped ring of cartilage. The labrum cushions and stabilizes the ball joint so that it stays firmly in place inside the socket. The labrum also attaches to the tendons and ligaments in these areas, thereby affording even greater stability for the joint.

A tearing of the labrum, aka labral tear, can happen to those with weak muscles, shallow joint sockets, and other preexisting conditions. Athletes can also end up with a torn labrum from years of repetitive twisting and pivoting in the shoulders and hips. Finally, you can sustain a tear in your labrum if you are injured in an accident, like a slip and fall or car crash.

If someone’s careless or reckless actions caused you bodily harm and suffering, you may the right to file an accident claim for medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and other forms of compensation. The attorneys of Kenmore are ready to hear your story and fight for every penny you deserve if you have a torn labrum from a dislocated joint or any other injury.

Torn Labrum in the Shoulder

There are several types of labrum tears that can happen in the shoulder, and confusing one condition for another is very common, even among doctors due to the fact that the injury is located deep inside the shoulder. One injury you may have is a complete labral tear, meaning the labrum has completely come off of the bone. Alternatively, the injury may be at the point where the bicep tendon connects with the socket, which is commonly associated with an elbow dislocation.

Cases of shoulder labral tears may not be detected because many people are unaware that their shoulder has popped out of its socket. Once the pain, range of motion and other problems becomes more intense, only then will the patient go to a doctor, who will likely order CAT scans or an MRI.

As with any injury, early intervention is crucial to your recovery, so don’t wait to seek medical attention in the event of an accident. If negligence by someone else is the reason you were injured, you should also contact our law firm to discuss your rights with a labrum tear lawsuit attorney.

Labral Tear Injuries in the Hips

A torn labrum in the hips is a tearing of the cartilage that surrounds the outer rim of the joint socket. The main function of this cartilage (labrum) is to keep the ball of the hip joint in its socket, similar to a rubber seal that fills the gap between two surfaces.

Hip labral tear is a common injury for athletes, especially in sports like soccer and ice hockey because of the increased risk for dislocation in the hip. A torn labrum in the hip joint may not cause any symptoms for a long time, so people with hip injuries should keep an eye out for the following symptoms:

• Pain in the hip and/or groin during long periods of standing, sitting, or walking
• Stiffness or limited range of motion in your hips
• A locking or clicking sensation in the hip joint

Labrum Tear after a Car Accident

The forceful impact of an auto accident can do all sorts of harm to your body, including dislocation in the hip or shoulder. With head-on and rear-end collisions, a dislocated shoulder is likely to happen, which can cause an injury known as superior labrum anterior to posterior, or SLAP. This kind of labrum tear occurs at the front of your upper arm, where the bicep muscles and tendons connect with your shoulder.

Long-term complications from a torn shoulder labrum include:

• Restricted range of motion
• Infection of the injury site that needs surgery or another form of immediate treatment
• Chronic pain
• Weakness of the shoulder joint
• :Loss of function caused by nerve damage

Keep in mind that a torn labrum is difficult to diagnose, and most cases cannot be detected through physical examination. Due to the fact that this is an injury deep in your hip or shoulder joint, it’s essential to communicate with your doctor and tell them about any unusual symptoms after a motor vehicle accident.

Tearing Your Labrum after a Slip and Fall

When you fall down unexpectedly, it’s very easy to end up with an injury to the hip or shoulder. Shoulder injuries are more common with slip and falls, particularly dislocation of the shoulder, where the bone moves out of its socket.

We want to stress the importance of seeking medical attention if you hurt yourself from a fall. People that fail to get treatment in the first few days often end up with long-term conditions like osteoarthritis, deep venous thrombosis, and chronic pain. If your injuries include a torn labrum in the hip, you may need arthroscopic surgery to correct the problem. Without proper treatment, you will feel significant pain and limited range of motion that reduces your ability to engage in daily tasks.

Ultimately, finding the cause of injury and taking legal action against the liable entity is the key to a successful recovery. We can help you with every stage of the legal process if you have slip and fall injuries that merit compensation.

Average Case Value of a Labral Tear Injury Claim

Lawsuits for torn labrum injuries may be worth between $30,000 and $100,000 on average. However, there are many factors that help to determine the amount you are likely to receive. Certainly, the degree of injury is a major element, as well as long-term compilations and how they will impact your life. You also have to remember that labrum tears usually happen in conjunction with a shoulder or hip dislocation. Furthermore, you may have additional injuries in other parts of your body, like bone fractures, whiplash, traumatic brain injury, and first to third degree burns.

The compensation you receive from the defendant includes payment for all these injuries, so the settlements recovered by our attorneys mostly fall within the range of $75,000 to $2,500,000. That being said, all we can do for now is offer estimates based on previous cases. To figure out your own case value, schedule a free case evaluation by contacting our law firm.

Deadlines to File an Accident Claim

The state of California requires that all lawsuits and work accident injury claims are filed within the statute of limitations. If you are seeking damages from a personal injury lawsuit, you have 2 years starting from the accident date to sue the responsible entity. For some people, there may be circumstances that change the deadline for a lawsuit, so it’s a good idea to confirm how long you have for an accident case with one of our attorneys.

If you sustained a torn labrum from a slip and fall or some other accident at work, you must file a claim for workers’ compensation within 1 year. In addition, your employer must be notified within 30 days of being injured or finding out about the injury. For more information on WC claims for labrum tears and other on the job injuries, please speak with a workplace injury lawyer.

No Cost Legal Services from the Lawyers of Kenmore

As personal injury attorneys, we are all too aware of the expenses you are dealing with as someone who was injured in an accident. As a result, we developed the Zero Fee Guarantee as a way to provide free legal services for those in need of compensation. If you decide to hire us, we will represent you for $0 upfront, and instead, ask the party at fault to pay all legal fees as a part of your settlement. This is our only form of payment, so you are not responsible for any of our expenses if we fail to win your case.

All you have to do is contact us at our office to take advantage of this offer. Call us today and schedule a free consultation to learn about your rights and legal options.