If you have arrived at this Web page looking for legal advice after suffering a broken bone in a car accident or slip-and-fall accident in Iowa, rest assured that Galligan & Reid, P.C., understands your concerns. Perhaps you have already dealt with excruciating pain, emergency hospitalization and surgery, and now you face rapidly mounting medical bills. You have most likely lost income due to time off work and may be coping with limited mobility, physical therapy and accommodations such as crutches or a wheelchair while your shattered bones heal.
Talk to an Attorney First
The fact that you are looking for an attorney to consult with is a step in the right direction. If it is not too late, we urge you to heed this warning carefully: do not talk about your injury or the accident with an investigator, an insurance claims adjuster or family members of the other motorist, if applicable. What you say can and may be used against you, weakening your case for just compensation for your injuries and losses. For best results, discuss your case with an experienced Iowa bone fracture attorney before filing an accident claim or report.
Beware a Quick Settlement Offer After a Broken Bone Accident
In the case of broken bones, we also caution you against accepting a settlement prematurely. Many patients hopefully believe the doctors' projected timeline for when their bones should be healed as far as they are going to heal, and plan accordingly. As the saying goes, "the best-laid plans...oft(en) go astray." You may feel as good as new, or nearly so, after bones are healed — or you may face further complications such as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) or complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). If you have the misfortune of suffering from this type of nerve disorder after a bone injury, you may face long-term medical bills, more time off work and, worst of all, a diminishment in your quality of life.
Galligan & Reid, P.C., is here to champion your cause after a serious car or truck accident, boating accident or stairway fall resulting in a fractured bone. We are big believers in safety first, so we take every opportunity we have to advise people on ways to avoid accidental injuries. However, if you have already suffered a broken bone, we hope you will seek counsel from a highly qualified personal injury lawyer.
Contact a Des Moines Broken Bone Attorney
Contact us toll free at 888-365-5206 or by e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation regarding a traffic accident or any other traumatic incident that leaves you with broken bones. Learn how we can help ensure that your medical bills are paid and that your rights to recover compensation are preserved.
