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A broken collarbone occurs when the bone connecting your shoulder and chest fractures, often from falls, crashes, or sports. Recovery involves rest, immobilization, and sometimes surgery, depending on the severity.
Some clavicle breaks heal with a sling, while others need surgical plates or screws for stability.
Symptoms include shoulder pain, visible deformity, swelling, bruising, and arm movement restriction.
Improper healing can cause stiffness, nerve irritation, or lasting pain that affects normal shoulder use.
Not all clavicle fractures are identical. Doctors classify them by location, severity, and displacement. Each type affects recovery time and legal claim value differently.
Most common type—break occurs in the center of the bone, often from falls or vehicle impacts.
Break near the shoulder joint; may damage ligaments and cause long-term shoulder instability.
Fracture close to the breastbone, often from direct impact or crush injuries near the chest.
Bone breaks into several pieces, requiring surgery and longer rehabilitation for full recovery.
Clavicle fractures often result from forceful impacts, falls, or workplace and sports accidents. Legal help ensures accountability for negligent causes.
High-impact collisions or seat belt pressure can fracture the clavicle, especially during front-end or side crashes.
Falls from heights, dropped equipment, or machine mishaps often lead to severe collarbone fractures.
Landing on an outstretched arm transfers force to the clavicle, causing painful and sometimes displaced breaks.
Contact sports and cycling falls are frequent causes of broken collarbones due to shoulder-first impacts.
Improper treatment or surgical errors can worsen a fracture or delay recovery, increasing long-term pain.
Direct blows to the chest or shoulder in fights or assaults can easily fracture the collarbone bone.
Understanding the cause of your broken collarbone is crucial for determining liability and securing proper compensation.
An attorney specializing in shoulder and bone injuries ensures victims receive fair compensation for medical bills, recovery, and long-term effects.
Reviews medical reports, accident details, and witness accounts to determine case strength and value.
Collects evidence showing another party’s actions directly caused the clavicle fracture and losses.
Estimates fair payment for surgery, physical therapy, missed wages, and lasting physical limitations.
A broken collarbone injury lawyer provides essential legal support to victims, helping them navigate the complexities of personal injury law and obtain the compensation needed for their recovery and long-term care.
Filing a clavicle injury claim requires precise legal steps, from proving negligence to meeting deadlines for compensation.
Claims must be filed within California’s legal window, or victims may lose the right to recover damages.
Victims can seek reimbursement for work missed during recovery or permanent inability to perform duties.
Compensation covers emotional trauma, long-term discomfort, and reduced quality of life after the injury.
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Recovery typically takes six to twelve weeks, depending on the severity of the fracture. Minor injuries may heal with rest and a sling, while more complex breaks can require surgery.
Not every clavicle fracture requires surgery. Many heal successfully with immobilization and rest. However, displaced or shattered breaks often need surgical plates or screws for stability.
Our attorneys investigate the cause of your injury, gather evidence, and handle all legal paperwork. We work with medical professionals to calculate fair compensation for treatment, lost income, and pain.
Contact a lawyer as soon as possible after receiving medical care. Early legal action helps preserve evidence, meet filing deadlines, and strengthen your claim. The sooner Knapp Moss reviews your case, the better we can protect your rights and pursue fair compensation.
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