Broken Bones & Fracture Injuries
Michigan Broken Bone & Fracture Injury Claims
Broken bones and fractures are common personal injury outcomes from car accidents, workplace incidents, falls, and violent crimes. Some fractures heal completely with proper treatment; others cause permanent disability, chronic pain, and loss of function. Michigan law allows full recovery for the medical costs and life impact of bone injuries.
Koussan Law represents victims of fracture injuries. We work with orthopedic experts, document healing complications, and maximize compensation for both simple and complex fractures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What types of broken bones and fractures can I recover damages for in Michigan?
Under MCL § 600.2950, you can recover damages for any fracture caused by someone else's negligence. This includes simple fractures (bone breaks without skin damage), compound fractures (bone breaks with open wounds), stress fractures, and comminuted fractures (bones broken into multiple pieces). The type and severity determine compensation.
Q: How much can I recover for a broken bone injury in Michigan?
Michigan law allows recovery for past medical expenses (surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation), future medical costs, lost wages during recovery, permanent disability or scarring, pain and suffering during healing, lost enjoyment of life, and reduced earning capacity if the injury causes lasting impairment. Fracture settlements vary from thousands to millions depending on severity.
Q: What is the statute of limitations for a Michigan broken bone claim?
Under MCL § 600.5805, the statute of limitations is three years from the date of injury. For minors, MCL § 600.5851 extends the deadline until age 19. Delayed healing or infection-related complications may trigger the discovery rule, extending deadlines beyond three years in some cases.
Q: Can I recover for a broken bone that healed incorrectly or incompletely?
Yes. Malunion (incorrect healing), nonunion (failure to heal), delayed union, and complications from inadequate medical care create additional damages. These require surgical correction, extended rehabilitation, and may result in permanent deformity or loss of function. Medical malpractice claims may apply if physician error contributed to poor healing.
Q: What evidence is needed to prove damages from a broken bone injury?
Critical evidence includes X-rays and CT scans documenting the fracture, medical records showing treatment and recovery timeline, physical therapy records, expert testimony from orthopedic surgeons, documentation of lost wages, medical bills, and evidence of permanent scarring or loss of range of motion. We work with specialists to establish the full impact of the injury.
