Knee & Leg Injuries

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Michigan Knee & Leg Injury Claims

Knee and leg injuries from car accidents, motorcycle crashes, pedestrian collisions, and falls can fundamentally change a person's life. Torn ligaments, shattered kneecaps, tibial plateau fractures, and crushed legs may require multiple surgeries, months of rehabilitation, and can result in permanent limitations on walking, standing, and working. Koussan Law pursues maximum compensation for Michigan knee and leg injury victims.

Common Knee and Leg Injuries

Accident-related knee and leg injuries include ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) tears, PCL tears, MCL and LCL tears, meniscus tears, patellar fractures and dislocations, tibial plateau fractures, femur fractures, compartment syndrome (a medical emergency where pressure builds in leg muscles), and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) that can develop following leg trauma. Many of these injuries require surgical intervention and extended physical therapy.

The Impact on Daily Life

Your ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, drive, exercise, and perform your job depends on functional knees and legs. When these injuries prevent you from working — particularly in jobs requiring physical labor, standing, or walking — the economic losses can be enormous. Beyond lost income, knee and leg injuries affect every aspect of daily life: from playing with your children to simply getting around your home. We document these impacts comprehensively.

Compensation Under Michigan Law

In auto accident cases, your PIP benefits cover medical treatment and wage loss under MCL § 500.3107. Knee and leg injuries that require surgery or cause lasting functional limitations typically meet the "serious impairment of body function" standard under MCL § 500.3135 for third-party pain and suffering claims. For non-auto cases (premises liability, workplace injuries), standard negligence principles and Michigan's three-year statute of limitations apply.

Call Koussan Law at (313) 800-0000 for a free consultation about your knee or leg injury.

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Maximizing Knee and Leg Injury Claims

Koussan Law works with orthopedic knee specialists, physical therapists, and vocational rehabilitation experts to document the full impact of knee and leg injuries on our clients' lives and earning capacity. We present evidence that forces insurance companies and juries to understand the true cost of these injuries.

Free consultation. No fees unless we win. Call (313) 800-0000.

Aggressive Representation for Knee & Leg Injury Victims

If you or a loved one has suffered due to someone else's negligence, Koussan Law is here to fight for the compensation you deserve. Free consultation. No fees unless we win. Call (313) 800-0000 today.

Do knee injuries meet Michigan's serious impairment threshold?

Many knee injuries meet the serious impairment of body function threshold under MCL 500.3135, particularly ACL/MCL/meniscus tears requiring surgery, fractures of the tibia, fibula, or patella, total or partial knee replacements, and injuries causing permanent mobility limitations. The standard is whether the injury affects your ability to lead your normal life.

What types of knee injuries are most common in accident cases?

Common accident-related knee injuries include ACL tears, MCL tears, meniscus tears, patellar fractures and dislocations, tibial plateau fractures, knee dislocations with vascular damage, and post-traumatic arthritis. Dashboard impacts in car accidents are a leading cause, as the knee strikes the dashboard on impact, driving force through the joint.

What compensation is available for knee and leg injuries in Michigan?

Compensation covers surgical costs (arthroscopy averages $10,000-$30,000; total knee replacement $30,000-$60,000), physical therapy, mobility aids, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future medical needs including eventual joint replacement. Under MCL 500.3107, PIP covers medical expenses while third-party claims address non-economic damages.

What is the statute of limitations for knee injury claims?

Under MCL 600.5805(2), you have three years from the date of injury. PIP benefits must be applied for within one year under MCL 500.3145. Knee injuries that worsen over time may benefit from the discovery rule extending the limitations period. Document your knee condition through all stages of treatment.

How does Koussan Law handle knee and leg injury cases?

Koussan Law works with orthopedic surgeons to document the full scope of your knee injury, including the likelihood of future surgeries and joint replacement. Attorney Ali Koussan ensures insurance companies account for the long-term impact of knee injuries. Call (313) 800-0000 for a free consultation.

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