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A soft tissue injury case can be a challenging case to settle successfully. It requires a thorough, experienced, insightful negotiator. All too often soft tissue injury victims are accused of malingering. It can be a very discouraging process if you do not have an expert on your side. Our Soft Tissue Injury Settlement Attorneys will do a complete case history and fight for justice as we pursue compensation on your behalf.
Soft Tissue Injury Settlement Analysis
No one can know for sure the value of a soft tissue injury. Some injuries result in chronic pain. How do you put a dollar value on that? The chronic pain may lead to depression. How you do assess a value to your emotional health?
There are many factors that influence the soft tissue injury settlement. Some of the aspects of the case that have to be analyzed are:
Were you wearing a seat belt? If not, you can be found at least partially responsible for your injuries.
What force and velocity were involved in the impact of the car crash?
Did you sustain any direct trauma? (hit the steering wheel, dash, etc.)
What was the total property damage?
Were you transported to the emergency room?
What was the extent of your injuries? Did it include ligament and tendon damage?
How long were you treated for your soft tissue injury?
Do you have permanent tissue damage?
What amount of work did you miss?
What did you lose in wages?
How will your soft tissue injury impact your lifestyle?
How will your soft tissue injury impact your earning capacity?
These are a few of the issues that have to be considered and weighed before a case proceeds. Every aspect of the case has to be examined in order to access every possible means of compensation.
Minnesota Injury Settlement Attorney
Don’t struggle through this process alone. With the expertise of our Soft Tissue Injury Settlement Attorneys, you will have experience on your side. Contact us today at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
A dog is a predatory animal. If the dog is not properly socialized or trained — or trained mainly by negative reinforcement — the dog may develop aggressive behavior. In the United States alone more than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year. Twenty percent of the dog bites require medical attention.
If you have suffered a dog bite, contact TSR Injury Law immediately for expert representation at (612) TSR TIME.
Dog Bite Prevention Away From Home
To aid in dog bite prevention, follow these very basic rules when you encounter an unfamiliar dog and teach your children these rules for dog bite prevention:
Don’t run away from the dog — that can trigger the predatory instinct.
Don’t scream.
Don’t take your eyes off the dog, but don’t look directly into the dog’s eyes (look at the ground with the dog in your periphery vision).
Don’t turn your back to a dog.
If the dog starts coming at you, give the dog a command like “NO” or “SIT” — many dogs will obey.
If a command does not work, remain motionless (like a tree).
If knocked over, curl up in a ball to protect your face.
Don’t approach a stray, chained, or fenced-in dog.
Don’t disturb a sleeping or eating dog.
Don’t disturb a mother dog with her puppies.
Don’t pet a dog you do not know.
Dog Bite Prevention In the Home
Before you bring a dog into your home, do some research. Learn about the various breeds of dogs to determine which breed is a good fit for your family. Keep in mind that aggressive dog breeds are not compatible with children. Take your child with you when you go to see the dog. Observe your child’s behavior to see if they are fearful in any way. Another thing to remember is that dogs may be nervous or scared coming into a new home; this may be heightened with an infant or toddler in the home.
When you get a new dog:
have it spayed or neutered to minimize aggressive tendencies
do not leave babies or toddlers alone with the dog (even your own children)
do not tease and wrestle with the dog — this can lead to aggressive behavior
train and socialize the dog — especially submissive behaviors
check with your veterinarian immediately if the dog starts to display aggressive behavior
Minnesota Dog Bite Lawyer
With a dog bite there is the possibility of infection, tetanus, and rabies. Additionally, treatment can run the gamut from removal of injured tissue and wound closure to reconstructive surgery. Because of the ragged tearing of the skin, there may be extensive scarring and disfigurement. The emotional, physical, and financial losses can be staggering.
Compared to other states, the Minnesota dog bite statute is one of the most liberal and most favorable to dog bite victims. Our Minnesota Dog Bite Prevention Lawyers have years of experience and will fight for justice and fair compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and any disfigurement. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Distracted driving is a hot topic because so many crashes and crash avoidance maneuvers occur due to distracted drivers. Many drivers try to eat, drink, smoke, put on make-up, watch TV, play video games, adjust the climate controls, or talk on the phone — all while they need to be observing the flow of traffic, checking mirrors, reading signs, and watching the road. Some reports claim that 25% of all crashes are distracted driving related, while other reports have the number closer to 50%.
Regardless of what the numbers are, when you get injured by a distracted driver 100% of your pain and suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages are due to the negligence of another. You need an experienced Minnesota Car Accident Lawyer to gather the evidence and build a strong case in order to optimize your compensation. Contact a Minnesota Distracted Driving Attorney at 612-362-0000.
About Distracted Driving
As previously noted, many behaviors interfere with driving safely. The worst behavior to do while driving is texting. According to a Virginia Tech study, someone texting is 23 times more likely to crash than a fully engaged driver.
Just talking on a cellphone interferes with cognitive recognition. That means that when someone is talking on a cellphone they have difficulty with visual processing and object recognition. How this can play out is:
Someone is driving down the road talking on their cellphone. Their eyes see a pedestrian on the curb, might even see them approach the curb; but with their concentration being on their conversation, their brain does not process the image they have seen. Therefore, they do not use caution and prepare to brake.
Distracted driving is irresponsible. Many lives have been lost or forever changed due to a few seconds of negligence. A negligent, distracted driver can be held accountable under Minnesota state laws.
Minnesota Car Accident Lawyer
It is imperative to pursue a case against a distracted driver as soon as possible in order to preserve evidence and interview witnesses. Call a Minnesota Car Accident Lawyer today at 612-362-0000, or submit our free consultation form. We will fight for justice in your case.
Any injury is scary, but a spinal injury is frightening — with very real fears for the future. We care about your injury and want to help. If your spinal injury was from an accident that was not your fault, you deserve compensation for your pain and suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages.
Contact our Minnesota Bulging Disc Lawyers at 612-362-0000. TSR Injury Law has established a reputation for success in the area of personal injury litigation. Our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times by their peers.
Bulging Disc Injury
Many bulging disc injuries are from deceleration in a car accident when the spine is restrained and bent over the seat belt, many times at an angle. A bulging disc most often occurs in the lower back, but may occur in the neck.
When the spine is stressed and pulled out of place, it can put uneven pressure on the disc and cause irritation and damage. A bulging disc can protrude into the spinal canal causing pain and potentially long-term repercussions if the disc ruptures or becomes herniated.
The spine is critical to the overall health of the body. The discs keep the spine flexible, allowing twisting, bending, and basically all physical activity. The gel in the discs absorb the stress of all the body movement. When a disc bulges or compresses, it can cause narrowing of the spinal canal leading to limited, painful movement.
A bulging disc is less severe than a ruptured or herniated disc, but if it goes undiagnosed or untreated may lead to the more serious ruptured or herniated disc.
Bulging Disc Diagnosis & Treatment
An x-ray will not reveal anything about the health of the disc, but may be used to verify the health of the bones. A physical exam and MRI are the best ways to diagnose a bulging disc.
A bulging disc may heal with rest and physical therapy. If the bulging disc becomes more serious by rupturing, surgery may be necessary to remove part of the disc or the entire disc. At this point, they may replace the disc with a synthetic disc or fuse the segments to prevent movement and instability.
Minnesota Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer
If your injury was due to the negligence of another, you may be able to obtain compensation for past and future medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other losses. Call 612-362-0000 today. We will schedule an appointment to discuss your case. If you prefer, submit our free consultation form. We will fight for justice in your case.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a process of breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. By pressurizing the oxygen, it can dissolve in the plasma, spinal fluid, and other body fluids — allowing oxygen to reach and regenerate more cells than without the therapy. Many injury conditions may respond well to hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is an expense that insurance companies may be hesitant to pay. If hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a viable option to heal your injury (sustained due to the negligence of another), our Minnesota Personal Injury Attorneys will fight for your right to receive fair compensation to cover the additional expenses. Contact a Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney at 612-362-0000.
How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Works
Pressurize oxygen increases the capacity of the blood to transport oxygen throughout the body. The blood becomes hyperoxygenated. Normally, oxygen is carried by hemoglobin in the red blood cells. It reaches only the cells with adequate blood supply. Once oxygen is pressurized and dissolves in the blood and body fluids, it can be transported to all tissues, providing the possibility of new cell life and healing.
Types of Injuries Where Hyberbaric Oxygen Therapy May Be Effective:
traumatic brain injury
spinal injury
burn injury
severe bone fracture
Potential Benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy:
stimulates cell regeneration
promotes growth of new capillaries
boosts collagen formation
mobilizes stem cells
increases blood flow to organs
enhances white blood cell action
Potential Complications from Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy:
ruptured middle ear
headache
fatigue
myopia
sinus damage
lung damage
respiratory failure
Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney
If your injury was due to the negligence of someone else, you deserve fair compensation for all of your related medical expenses and treatment, pain and suffering, and wage loss. You need an experienced Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney to maximize your coverage and obtain compensation for prescribed hyperbaric oxygen therapy. We have successfully handled cases where hyperbaric therapy was used, including a traumatic brain injury case that settled for $600,000. Call 612-362-0000 for an appointment to discuss your case, or submit our free consultation form.
Did you sustain a shattering ankle injury in a car accident, truck accident, or motorcycle accident? Are you frustrated that you continue to suffer so much for an accident that was not your fault? Ankle replacement surgery may be the next step.
If your quality of life has been taken away from you due to the negligence of another, you deserve justice. Contact a Minnesota Ankle Replacement Lawyer at 612-362-0000. We will fight for your rights, seeking the necessary compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our partners are skilled litigators who have been voted Minnesota Super Lawyers many times by their peers.
About Ankle Replacement Surgery
Ankle replacement surgery may be necessary if you have suffered a traumatic injury to the ankle in a high-speed motor vehicle accident. Ankle replacement allows for more mobility than ankle fusion and increases quality of life for most recipients. The benefits include:
pain relief
improved ankle support
durability
multiple sizes for a precise fit
more natural joint movement than with ankle fusion
The ankle replacement joint supports both the tibia and fibula and bridges the space between those two bones. After surgery, bone tissue grows around the replacement joint and hold the implant in place.
Ankle replacement has had a high success rate. More than half of all patients have absolutely no pain following recovery, and more than 90% said they would do it again and recommend it to a friend.
Ankle replacement is an expensive, fairly new procedure. As such, some insurance companies refuse to authorize payment for the ankle replacement procedure. If ankle replacement is what you need, we will fight the insurance company for compensation.
Complications With Ankle Replacement
After ankle replacement surgery the ankle has more flexibility to accommodate walking, skating, and dancing. It is not advisable to be involved in running or running sports, such as tennis. The only medical complications to ankle replacement are:
dislocation
infection
Minnesota Ankle Replacement Lawyer
Our Minnesota Ankle Replacement Lawyers are thorough, aggressive, and persuasive litigators — with a reputation for their ability to secure large settlements and verdicts. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
If you have been hit by a semi truck, it is vital to contact a Minnesota Truck Crash Lawyer immediately after the crash. The scene of the accident needs to be inspected, driver logs need to be preserved, and truck records need to be saved.
Contact a Minnesota Truck Crash Lawyer at 612-362-0000. Our attorneys have years of experience handling truck crash cases. All three partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times by Minnesota Law & Politics.
Many truck drivers are conscientious, but there are too many that do not drive responsibly. Driving while texting is worse than driving under the influence and driving a truck that has not passed inspection is an accident waiting to happen. It is time to hold truck drivers accountable for their negligence while driving.
2008 Large Truck, Semi Truck Crash Statistics
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration the following truck accident statistics were compiled for 2008, for the state of Minnesota:
62 Large Trucks (semi, big rig, 18 wheeler) Involved in Fatal Crashes
70 Fatalities in Crashes Involving Large Trucks
15% of All Fatalities Occurred in Large Truck Accidents
2,150 Large Trucks Involved in Non-Fatal Crashes
675 Large Trucks Involved in Injury Crashes
908 Injuries in Crashes Involving Large Trucks
Reasons for a Truck Crash
Most truck crashes that occur are driver-related or maintenance-related, including:
Unlicensed Driver
Inadequate Driver Training
Speeding
Disobeying Safety Procedures
Motor Vehicle Inspection Failure
Repair & Maintenance Failure
Failure to Yield The Right of Way
DUI / DWI
Driving While Texting
Driver Fatigue
Mechanical or Brake Failure
Tires Blow Up
Overloaded Trucks or Trailers
Improperly Secured Loads
Minnesota Truck Crash Lawyer
Injuries associated with a semi truck crash can be catastrophic. You deserve aggressive representation. Our partners are skilled, dynamic litigators who will pursue every angle and fight for justice in your truck crash case. Call 612-362-0000 today or submit our contact form.
You may be having trouble convincing your doctors and insurance company that you are truly injured because your response to the electrical injury has been unusual. You may even have been accused of lying or malingering.
Ultimately, your compensation depends on the knowledge, ability, and aggressiveness of your attorney. The lawyers at TSR Injury Law have all of that and more — they have compassion with the client, persuasive negotiating skills, and charisma in the courtroom. Contact a Minnesota Diffuse Electrical Injury Lawyer at 612-362-0000. We care and we can help you receive the compensation you deserve. We recently settled a Diffuse Electrical Injury case for $187,000.
Symptoms of Diffuse Electrical Injury
A Diffuse Electrical Injury (DEI) presents with an entirely different set of responses to an electric shock than has commonly been accepted. The responses associated with diffuse electrical injury have been validated in the last 15-20 years by the ability to gather statistics online from similar cases around the world.
The symptoms of Diffuse Electrical Injury are random and unpredictable. They include:
injury not proportional to the energy of the shock
injury not related to the voltage of the contact
injury not related to the duration of the contact
injury not related to the theoretical path of the current
About Diffuse Electrical Injury
Diffuse electrical injury (DEI) is also referred to as electric shock syndrome or post electric shock syndrome. It is an injury to the body following an electrical contact where the bodily response is neither proportional to the parameters of the shock (voltage, current, duration), nor is the tissue response limited to the theoretical current pathway. The indications of DEI are an assortment of physical complaints that include:
tingling
weakness
pins and needles
muscle twitches
muscle spasms
general fatigue
broad diffuse pain
emotional symptoms that include:
personality changes
depression
stress / anxiety
anger / temper
and cognitive impairments that include:
inability to concentrate
slower thinking
short term memory loss
difficulty thinking clearly
Some results from MRIs are providing evidence that the differences shown on neuropsychological test batteries have an organic basis. These victims are not lying, crazy, or malingering.
Minnesota Diffuse Electrical Injury Attorney
If you have suffered unusual symptoms following your electrical shock injury, Call TSR Injury Law today at 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form. Our partners have years of experience with excellent results.
Electric shock injuries can be very traumatic. We care and want to help. Our attorneys have experience in this area and will give you expert representation. Call us today at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Primary injuries occur when the current passes through the body, causing thermal burns, ventricular fibrillation, and / or neurological damage. Primary injury is usually related to the amount of electrical energy and the duration of the shock. Though some electrical burns may look minor, there still may be serious internal damage, especially to the heart, muscles, or brain.
Electric Shock: Thermal Burns
It is possible to receive an electric shock of significant duration and energy even from a household electric circuit. This is due to the fact that the electricity can cause muscles to contract so severely that the victim is unable to release the source of the electricity. When the electricity is converted into heat, it can result in varying degrees of thermal burn.
Thermal burns may:
be only surface burns
extend deep into the tissue
include surface and deep tissue damage
involve only deep tissue damage (no visible sign of burn)
Electric Shock: Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular fibrillation is a life-threatening abnormal twitching or quivering of heart muscle fibers. Electric shock can interfere with the heart’s rhythm. Interruption of the heartbeat for only a few seconds can lead to fainting and ultimately death without proper and immediate medical attention.
Electric Shock: Neurological Damage
Some degree of neurological impairment is frequently found in patients following electric shock injury. The types of impairments can include:
peripheral neuropathy
chronic pain syndrome
seizure disorder
aphasia (speech difficulty)
ataxia (unsteady gait)
paralysis
Outcome from neurological damage sustained from an electric shock is difficult to accurately predict. The symptoms can present immediately or be delayed in onset. In addition, the symptoms can be temporary, permanent, or degenerative.
Minnesota Electric Shock Injury Lawyer
The affect of an electric shock on an individual depends on the intensity of the voltage, the route the current took through the body, the person’s state of health, the speed and competency of treatment, and random mechanisms of injury.
The compensation received from the insurance companies depends on the knowledge, finesse, and aggressiveness of your lawyer. The attorneys at TSR Injury Law have all of that and more — they have persuasive negotiating skills and charisma in the courtroom. Contact a Minnesota Electric Shock Injury Lawyer at 612-362-0000.
If you have suffered an electrical shock injury, you need experienced representation in order to obtain deserved compensation. TSR Injury Law has the necessary experience, including a recent verdict of $187,000. Contact a Minnesota Electrical Shock Injury Lawyer at 612-362-0000. We care and will fight for justice in your case.
Electrical shock injury is widely misunderstood because it presents with many different symptoms. In the last 20 years, the electrical shock injury field has changed dramatically due mostly to the internet and the subsequent ability for doctors to compare electrical shock victim symptoms.
Some responses to electrical contact were so rare and bizarre that doctors did not consider them valid. They suspected the electrical shock victim of imagining symptoms or malingering. There is now significant evidence — worldwide — to verify the imagined symptoms.
Types of Electrical Shock Injury
There are many ways for the human body to be injured by an electrical shock. The difficult part is that the human response to electrical contact is widely varied. An electrical shock that may not phase one person, may kill or cause lifelong disability in another person.
An electric shock occurs when the human body comes into contact with any source of voltage high enough to cause a current through the muscles or hair. It is generally accepted that the minimum current a human can feel is about 1 milliampere (mA). The initial size of the electrical burn site is not an accurate measure of the total amount of tissue involved because the subcutaneous tissue can sustain extensive damage.
Direct current (DC) tends to cause continuous, involuntary muscular contractions that make it impossible for the victim to let go from the source of the electric current; even though there is an overwhelming effort to break free. This increases the risk of deep tissue burns. On the other hand, alternating current (AC) tends to interfere more with the function of the heart.
Minnesota Electrical Shock Injury Lawyer
Our Minnesota Electrical Shock Injury Lawyers are thorough, aggressive, and persuasive litigators — with a reputation for their ability to secure significant settlements and verdicts. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
The Minnesota Good Faith Law was signed into law April 18, 2008 and went into effect August 1, 2008. It applies to claims against your own insurance company — setting the standard of conduct for insurance companies when settling no fault (NF), underinsured (UIM), and uninsured (UM) policy claims. It requires that insurers have a credible basis for denying a claim by its insured —that they act in good faith toward the insured.
If you have been in a car accident, it is beneficial to have legal representation even for the no fault claim in order to ensure that the insurance company acts in good faith so that you receive fair compensation for damages. TSR Injury Law has years of experience combating insurance company injustices. Our attorneys have recovered millions for our clients. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Good Faith Law: Minnesota Statute 604.18
This good faith law is being hailed one of the most significant pro-consumer insurance legislation passed in Minnesota in many years. The basics of the law are:
The court may award damages and costs to an insured if the following can be proven against the insurer:
the absence of a reasonable basis for denying the benefits of the insurance policy; and
that the insurer knew of the lack of a reasonable basis for denying the benefits of the insurance policy or acted in reckless disregard of the lack of a reasonable basis for denying the benefits of the insurance policy
The damages awarded would be an amount equal to one-half of the proceeds awarded that are in excess of an amount offered by the insurer at least ten days before the trial begins or $250,000, whichever is less. The court may also award reasonable attorney fees actually incurred for filing a good faith claim.
An example of how the good faith law will work:
The insurance company offers $20,000 on a policy with $100,000 limit, but the jury awards $200,000. If it can be proven that the insurance company’s offer violated the good faith law, the plaintiff will receive the $100,000 policy limit PLUS $90,000 (half of the difference between what was offered and what the jury awarded) in damages. In addition, the insurance company would be required to pay the attorney fees for the subsequent claim.
Minnesota Good Faith Claim Lawyer
The Good Faith Law should make insurance companies more accountable for their actions toward the insured. If you have been in a car accident, truck accident, or motorcycle accident, and you feel like the insurance company has not offered a reasonable amount, contact a Good Faith Lawyer at 612-362-0000. Our lawyers have years of experience handling Minnesota Car Accident cases. We have a reputation for getting the job done with excellent results.
Matthew is an excellent addition to the TSR Injury Law Firm. Prior to joining the firm, Matthew has experience handling Personal Injury cases from both the Plaintiff and Defense side; which gives him a unique perspective and insight on how to achieve the best results for his clients.
Matthew attended Hamline School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctor and graduated Cum Laude. Prior to attending Hamline, Matthew graduated from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls with a Bachelor of Science degree in history. Matthew graduated from River Falls Summa Cum Laude.
Prior to entering the practice of law, Matthew spent some time as a basketball coach. He coached at Minneapolis Patrick Henry High school where he helped guide the team to four straight state championships. He also spent a year coaching college basketball at Eastern Arizona College.
Matthew currently resides with his wife, Tracy, in St. Paul. In his free time, Matthew enjoys spending time with his puppies, traveling, and rooting for the Golden Gophers.
This may be the first time you have ever had to pursue legal action. You have come to the right spot. Our Minnesota Super Lawyers negotiate car accident settlements with State Farm, Geico, Progressive, Travelers, American Family, and Farmers, to name a few. The consultation is free. You owe no attorney fees until your claim reaches a settlement or favorable verdict.
Before you accept any car accident settlement, it is recommended that you confer with an experienced Car Accident Settlement Lawyer. The attorneys at TSR Injury Law are aggressive, ethical litigators with decades of combined experience. We will explain what is a fair and reasonable settlement for your car accident. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Car Accident Settlement: Two Parts
1. Property Damage Report your car accident immediately to your insurance company. The property damage part of the settlement is paid by your no fault insurance policy in Minnesota. In order to protect your rights and receive a fair value for your car you need to request a copy of the insurance company appraisal to verify that their appraisal is accurate and that the appraisal was based on comparably equipped and valued, local vehicles. Then, do not stop with that — research the Blue Book value and compare internet prices. Do not automatically accept the insurance company’s first offer. They have predetermined a range of value and will offer the lowest possible value on your car.
2. Personal Injury
This part of your car accident settlement can involve many insurance companies. Do not talk to any insurance company (other than the initial report to your insurance company) or to any representative of anyone involved in the accident. They will attempt to coerce you into making a damaging statement about the accident or your injuries. Anything you say can be used against you.
The insurance company will usually require you to have an independent medical exam. This is sometimes referred to as an adverse exam because you have no say in selecting the doctor and the doctor is actually working for and paid by the insurance company. The exam is not to help in diagnosis; it is to trivialize your injuries.
***Beware about signing medical records release forms. The only records you are required to release are the car accident-related injury records.
Minnesota Car Accident Settlement Lawyer
The Car Accident Settlement Lawyers at TSR Injury Law have decades of combined experience negotiating settlements and helping clients obtain the compensation they need and deserve after a car accident, including a recent $200,000 settlement for a rear-end collision. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
Do you have questions about the circumstances of an accident that was not your fault? An accident that was made worse by excessive speed? We can help.
Speeding is negligence because drivers have a duty to obey traffic laws. Speeding is one of the main causes of vehicle-related accidents.
If you have been injured in a speeding-related car accident that was not your fault, contact a Minnesota Car Accident Lawyer at 612-362-0000. We will go to work on your case, fighting for just compensation and ensuring that your rights are protected. Our lawyers are aggressive, ethical litigators with years of experience.
Speeding Accident Statistics
Speeding greatly increases the chance of being involved in an accident because driver reaction time is drastically reduced, vehicles may perform differently at high speeds, and the law of physics tells us that the harder you hit something the more severe the resulting damage and injury.
In 2009, speed contributed to 28% of Minnesota’s fatal accidents. It is written into Minnesota state law that drivers are to use duty of care when operating a vehicle — which includes obeying the speed limit. Statistics compiled by the NHTSA show that speeding among drivers involved in alcohol-related crashes is also common.
The Minnesota State Statute dealing with duty of care and speed limits is 169.14. It is as follows:
Subdivision 1. Duty to Drive with Due Care
No person shall drive a vehicle on a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions. Every driver is responsible for becoming and remaining aware of the actual and potential hazards then existing on the highway and must use due care in operating a vehicle. In every event speed shall be so restricted as may be necessary to avoid colliding with any person, vehicle or other conveyance on or entering the highway in compliance with legal requirements and the duty of all persons to use due care.
In a car accident where the offender was using excessive speed, the victim may be able to obtain compensation for:
At a time like this, you need a compassionate, caring attorney to help you fight for justice. You have come to the right place. We care and we have a record of success in obtaining generous settlements and verdicts.
TSR Injury Law represents clients in the Minneapolis – St. Paul and throughout Minnesota. Our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times by Law & Politics magazine. Chuck Slane has also been named one of Minnesota’s Top 40 Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Attorneys. Contact a Minnesota Fatal Car Accident Lawyer for a free consultation, call 612-362-0000 or submit our consultation form.
Fatal Car Accident Claim Information
When a fatal car accident has occurred due to the negligence of another, the family is entitled to file a claim to recover monetary damages for the fatal car accident death (wrongful death) under Minnesota State Statute 573.02.
Wrongful death claims are complex and must be brought to court by a court-appointed trustee chosen to represent the spouse and closest relatives of the deceased. In Minnesota, a wrongful death claim must be brought to court within 3 years of the death (and within 6 years from the date of the car accident). Any monetary compensation recovered is dispersed to the spouse and next of kin according to the agreement approved by the court.
Under Minnesota State Statute 573, damages are limited to financial loss resulting from the death, including:
Medical expenses
Funeral expenses
Loss of potential earnings
Loss of advice, assistance, protection, counsel, and companionship
Punitive damages may be awarded in a fatal car accident death with clear and convincing evidence that the acts or omissions of the defendant demonstrated deliberate disregard for the rights or safety of others, as in a drunk driving accident.
Minnesota Fatal Car Accident Lawyer
Even though pain and suffering and emotional stress damages are not available in a fatal car accident death, with an experienced lawyer the family will still be able to obtain just compensation for your loved one’s death. Contact our Minnesota Fatal Car Accident Lawyers immediately to discuss your case or call 612-362-0000 to schedule an appointment.
You need a Minnesota Brain Injury Lawyer to maximize your compensation if someone in your family has suffered a brain injury due to the negligence of another. The individual or organization that caused the brain injury through negligence, carelessness, or malice may be held legally and financially liable in court.
A brain injury can occur even in an apparently minor accident. A car collision involving speeds no more than 15 miles per hour can exert forces 10 times that of gravity on the skull and brain. If someone in your family has recently been in an accident, be alert for possible symptoms of traumatic brain injury. The symptoms of a brain injury include:
headache
dizziness / balance problems
tinnitus / hearing loss / noise sensitivity
vision changes / light sensitivity
decreased smell or taste
change in sleep patterns
fatigue
seizures
TSR Injury Law has the Best Brain Injury Lawyer for you:
Our partners are experts on traumatic brain injury and have obtained excellent settlements / verdicts in hundreds of brain injury cases.
Our Brain Injury Lawyers have decades of combined experience handling brain injury cases.
Our partners are sought after speakers on traumatic brain injury.
Our attorneys are trial tested — with excellent results.
All of our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times, a distinction awarded to only 5% of all personal injury lawyers in the state.
By hiring an experienced Minnesota Brain Injury Lawyer from TSR Injury Law, you will ensure that you are being dealt with fairly and that your rights will be preserved. Call us today at 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
If you have been injured in an accident due to the negligence of someone else, you need a Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer to represent you in order to obtain the best possible compensation. A personal injury lawyer specializes in legal disputes resulting from acts or omissions of negligence that resulted in damages.
A personal injury lawyer will:
gather the facts surrounding the incident
interview eyewitnesses
determine every party who may be at fault for the negligence
build your personal injury case
negotiate with the insurance companies
go to trial if a satisfactory settlement cannot be agreed upon
Why TSR Injury Law is the best personal injury firm for you:
Personal injury law is all we do. It is our passion.
All of our partners graduated with honors and / or Magna Cum Laude from distinguished law schools.
We have decades of combined experience handling personal injury cases.
All of our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times, a distinction awarded to only 5% of all personal injury lawyers in the state.
Our partners are frequent speakers on various subjects associated with personal injury law and litigation.
Our attorneys have extensive courtroom experience.
By hiring an experienced Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer from TSR Injury Law, you will ensure that you are being dealt with fairly and that your rights will be preserved. Call today or submit our contact form.
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Minnesota Car Accident: Don’t Wait to Call a Lawyer
Car accidents stink! Now you have to go through the hassle of filing a claim to receive the compensation you need and deserve. You want to know what your car accident injury claim is worth.
The following things have to be considered to determine the value of an accident injury claim:
type of damage suffered
amount of damage suffered
your percentage of fault
At this point, the most important decision you need to make is which Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney to hire. It is critical to retain a skilled, aggressive Car Accident Lawyer to maximize the settlement of your car accident injury claim.
There are many qualified attorneys in Minnesota, but we feel that we are the best. Our lawyers have decades of combined experience and they are feared by the insurance companies because of their ability to effectively prove liability and obtain excellent settlements in car accident injury claims.Contact a Minnesota Car Accident Injury Lawyer at 612-362-0000. We care about you and want to help.
Did you lose a loved one in a tragic car accident? It is time to hold irresponsible drivers accountable for their actions. The attorneys at TSR Injury Law care about your loss and want to help. Contact Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, or Rich Ruohonen today if your family has been tragically touched by a car accident death. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Our Minnesota Car Accident Lawyers have litigated hundreds of cases with great success.
Car Accident Deaths
A number of factors contribute to the risk of a car accident including:
vehicle design
speed of the car
road design
driver impairment
driver inattention
Nationwide car accidents lead to significant injury, property damage, and death. A British / American report found driver error, distraction, intoxication, and other human factors contribute wholly or partly to about 93% of all car accidents.
If a car accident results in a death, a wrongful death lawsuit may be filed if the case meets the criteria. A wrongful death suit claims that the victim was killed as a result of negligence on the part of the person or entity being sued, and that the victim’s survivors are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the improper conduct.
Minnesota Car Accident Death Lawyer
If your family has been touched by a car accident death, you need an experienced Minnesota Wrongful Death Attorney to help you through the complexities of the legal system. We will contact the insurance companies, handle all of the paperwork, and file your claim. Contact TSR Injury Law at 612-362-0000.
Any injury is difficult. But when it is the result of a negligent car accident, it is disheartening. We understand about the additional emotional and financial stress at this time, and we want to help.
The attorneys at TSR Injury Law believe that you should not have to suffer the consequences of an accident that was not your fault. We have helped thousands of people recover millions in compensation. Contact a Minnesota Car Accident Injury Lawyer at 612-362-0000 for a free consultation.
Car Accident Injury Statistics
Car accidents are one of the leading causes of injury and death in the United States. Even though the number of deaths went down in 2008, all of the crash, injury, and death statistics associated with car accidents are tragic. In 2008:
there were over 5.8 million car accidents
1,630,000 of those accidents resulted in personal injury
4,146,000 resulted in property-damage only
34,017 tragically ended in death
Break those numbers down to the here and now and the statistics show that:
someone is injured in a car crash every 14 seconds
someone dies in a car accident every 12 minutes
every year almost 250,000 children sustain a car accident injury
every day nearly 700 kids are injured
So, it is likely that at some point, every driver will be involved in some type of car accident. Whether the car accident is minor or more serious, it is important to protect yourself. Start by knowing the laws, being an alert driver, and carrying adequate car insurance.
Minnesota Car Accident Injury Lawyer
If you are involved in a car accident, you may be eligible to obtain compensation from the negligent parties. Contact TSR Injury Law at 612-362-0000. We will investigate the car accident and collect evidence. We will stand up for you against any insurance company, wrongdoer, trucking company, or anyone else who has negligently caused you harm. It is our responsibility to make sure your rights are upheld and defended — we take that responsibility seriously.
Spinal stenosis can develop following a herniated disc, compression fracture, or any injury to the spine. If you have been diagnosed with spinal stenosis following a car accident that was not your fault, you will need legal representation to fight the insurance companies. We care and will work tirelessly to obtain compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We recently settled a spinal injury case for $750,000. Contact our Minnesota Spinal Stenosis Lawyers at 612-362-0000.
Symptoms of Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spine in one or more of the following areas:
space at the center of the spine
the canals where the nerves branch out from the spine
space between the vertebrae
The narrowing puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. The symptoms of spinal stenosis may be subtle, appearing slowly over time and gradually getting worse. Signs of spinal stenosis include:
neck pain
back pain
shoulder pain
arm pain
numbness, weakness, cramping in arms or legs
lack of coordination
lack of balance when walking
bowel or bladder incontinence
Treatments of Spinal Stenosis
Sometimes spinal stenosis can be controlled without surgery. The nonsurgical treatments include:
medication to reduce swelling
medication to relieve pain
limit activity
physical therapy
back brace
If surgery is required for spinal stenosis, a laminectomy will be performed to ease the narrowing. During a laminectomy the surgeon removes part of the vertebrae and thickened tissue to relieve compression of the spinal cord and nerves.
Minnesota Spinal Stenosis Lawyer
Do not try to fight the insurance companies on your own. They have many lawyers working to deny and defend against your case. We will handle all of the paperwork, contact the insurance companies, and file your claim. Call 612-362-0000 today about your personal injury case.
Head Injury Lawyers
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Many six and seven figure settlements and verdicts, including Partner Rich Ruohonen’s recent traumatic brain injury settlement for $475,000. Call attorneys who care and who will work aggressively to obtain fair and necessary compensation from the insurance companies.
Head injury is a general term used to describe trauma to the head — with resultant impact to the brain itself. A head injury occurs more often than people realize. The injury may appear minor yet inflict serious brain injury. Every year in the United States alone, more than 500,000 people sustain a head injury severe enough to require hospitalization.
Head Injuries
Head injuries can be closed or open.
A closed head injury may seem insignificant — a bump, blow, or sharp head jerk. But the brain may be jostled enough in the skull to cause bleeding or swelling.
An open head injury means that the trauma broke the skull, penetrating the brain. One way this may happen is by hitting the windshield in a high-impact car accident or truck accident.
Do NOT wash a head wound that is deep or bleeding profusely.
Do NOT remove an object sticking out of a wound.
Do NOT move the person unless absolutely necessary.
Do NOT shake the person if they seem dazed.
Do NOT remove a helmet if you suspect a serious head injury.
Do NOT pick up a fallen child with any sign of head injury.
Do NOT drink alcohol within 48 hours of a serious head injury.
Minnesota Head Injury Attorney
Some head injuries result in prolonged or irreversible brain damage. It is staggering to see the way medical bills add up for a head injury. If the head injury was due to the negligence of another, you may be able to obtain compensation for past and future medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Contact a Head Injury Attorney at 612-362-0000. We will contact the insurance companies, handle all of the paper work, and file your claim.
We are sorry for the pain you must be experiencing following your injury. Call us today, we will help ease your burden. TSR Injury Law is a premier personal injury law firm with extensive experience handling back injury cases and a reputation for generous settlements. Our personal injury attorneys are experts at establishing fault in complex medical cases. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Minnesota Back Injury
The spine is made up of a column of 33 vertebrae and tissue extending from the skull to the pelvis. These vertebrae enclose and protect a cylinder of nerve tissues known as the spinal cord. Between each of the vertebra is an intervertebral disc that serves as a shock absorber between the vertebrae. The discs make up 25% of the length of the spinal column. The types of vertebrae are:
cervical vertebrae: the upper most seven vertebrae of the neck
thoracic vertebrae: the 12 bones between the neck and the lower back
lumbar vertebrae: the five largest and strongest vertebrae in the lower back
The other nine vertebrae are in the sacrum and coccyx and located at the base of the spine. The sacrum is a section of five fused vertebrae, while the coccyx (tailbone) is four vertebrae fused together.
Most of the back injuries occur in either the cervical or lumbar regions. A back injury may be sustained in a car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, or slip and fall accident. There are many types of back injuries, including:
A back injury can be life-altering, leading to chronic or acute pain as well as muscle weakness, lack of muscle coordination, numbness and / or tingling in the extremities.
(Chronic pain is defined as deep, aching, dull, burning pain that lasts a long time and is not relieved by standard types of medical management. Acute pain is a very sharp pain or a dull ache that can be intermittent, but is usually constant, and ranging in severity.)
Minnesota Back Injury Lawyer
TSR Injury Law has obtained another large recovery in a back injury case. Steve Terry represented a driver of a commercial vehicle who was side swiped, causing his vehicle to hit a concrete median. The client required both neck and low back surgery.
Contact our Minnesota Back Injury Lawyers at 612-362-0000. We represent back injury victims in Albert Lea, Bloomington, Duluth, Minneapolis, St. Cloud, St. Paul, and the entire state of Minnesota.
Are you exasperated at the long process of physical and financial recovery following your accident? Call us today. We can help. We will handle everything so you can concentrate on healing.
Our Minnesota Auto Accident Lawyers are experienced, aggressive litigators who are consistently named MN Super Lawyers. We handle Minnesota auto accident cases throughout Minnesota, including the cities of Bloomington, Duluth, Mankato, Minneapolis, Rochester, St. Cloud, and St. Paul. To contact Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, or Rich Ruohonen about your Minnesota auto accident claim, call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Auto Accident Statistics
Across the United States in 2008, there were 37,261 auto accident fatalities. Someone is injured in an auto accident every 14 seconds, with about 2 million people sustaining permanent injury every year. The types of auto accidents include:
32% of all auto accidents involve alcohol-impaired driving
30% rear impact auto accidents
29% side impact auto accidents
16% run-off-the-road auto accidents
5% animal hits
2% rollovers
2% head-on auto accidents
2% hit pedestrian or bicyclist
Rollovers, head-on car accidents, and hitting a pedestrian / bicyclist comprise only 6% of all of the accidents, but they account for 35% of all fatalities.
Minnesota Auto Accident Lawyers
The economic impact of auto accidents (damaged autos, hospital stays, lost wages, etc.) is estimated at 625 billion dollars. The numbers are staggering, but the worst part is that your auto accident has become a part of that statistic.
Let us help. Call 612-362-0000 to find out how TSR Injury Law will fight for justice for you and your family by working to obtain the best possible compensation package for you. We have a recent auto accident settlement for more than $216,000.
Do you suspect that the person who crashed into your car was driving while texting? We can investigate and get answers. At TSR Injury Law, we believe that you should not have to suffer the consequences of an accident that was not your fault — especially if the driver was texting. We have helped thousands of people recover millions in compensation. Personal injury law is what we do. When you hire us, you are hiring one of the best personal injury law firms in the state of Minnesota. Contact a Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney at 612-362-0000.
Driving While Texting Statistics
Report after report supports the growing evidence that driving while texting is dangerous. The statistics reveal that someone who is driving while texting is at least 6 times more likely to crash than a non-texting driver. Semi truck drivers texting while driving are 23 times more likely to crash or be involved in avoidance maneuvers. Car and Driver reported that it took texting drivers significantly longer to hit the brakes than drivers who were legally drunk (.08 blood alcohol level). Look at these staggering results:
Unimpaired drivers: .54 seconds to brake
Legally drunk drivers: .54 seconds plus 4 feet
Texting drivers: .54 seconds plus 70 feet
All of the current studies show that people can multi-task when talking on cell phones, but multi-tasking while texting is difficult — if not impossible. Reading a text message is even more dangerous than sending a text message. A driver who is reading a text message gets involved in reading and forgets about driving. A study done on a driving simulator, by the University of Utah, found that texters had more crashes, had a slower response time to brake lights on cars in front of them, and showed impairment in avoidance maneuvers than did drivers who talked on a cell phone while driving or drove without texting.
Minnesota Driving While Texting Lawyer
Inattentive driving is unacceptable and negligent. If you have suffered a car crash because another driver was texting, you may be able to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We will fight for your rights. Don’t delay, call 612-362-0000 today or submit our contact form. Our lawyers are aggressive, ethical litigators who have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times by their peers.
If your family is suffering because of a pit bull bite or attack, call us — we care about you and want to help you obtain the compensation you deserve. Contact a Minnesota Pit Bull Bite Lawyer at 612-362-0000. Our partners are skilled, aggressive litigators with decades of combined experience handling dog bite cases, including pit bull attacks.
Pit Bulls Statistics
In a report published by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), it was stated that 32% of all dog-related killings of human beings in the United States are caused by Pit Bulls, yet Pit Bulls constitute only 2% of all dogs. 7 out of 10 of those mauling deaths were children. The study spanned 20 years. The public needs to be educated about the danger pit bulls pose.
Pit Bulls in the U.S.
According to the CDC there are three categories of strategies that should be considered for preventing dog bites — including pit bull bites. They are:
Owner and public education. Dog owners can reduce the likelihood of owning a dog that bites through proper selection, socialization, training, care, and treatment of their dog. Males and dogs that have not been spayed or neutered are more likely to bite than female or neutered dogs. Education and prevention should be directed at both parents and children. Veterinarians and pediatricians should address strategies for dog bite prevention, including the need for appropriate supervision of children. Other strategies include publicizing information on dog bite prevention through schools, 4-H, and dog training classes.
Animal control at the community level. Animal-control programs should be supported, and laws for regulating dangerous or vicious dogs should be published and enforced vigorously. The issue of chronically irresponsible dog owners needs to be addressed and they need to be held accountable.
Bite reporting. Evaluation of prevention efforts requires improved surveillance for dog bites. Dog bites should be reported as required by local or state ordinances, and reports of such incidents should include information about the circumstances of the bite; ownership, breed, sex, age, spay/neuter status, and history of prior aggression of the animal; and the nature of restraint before the bite incident.
Measures for Preventing Pit Bull Bites
In an effort to reduce the number of dog bite injuries, we are including the dog bite prevention list from the CDC. They recommend that you:
Realistically evaluate environment and lifestyle to determine a suitable breed for your family.
Dogs with histories of aggression are not a good match for households with children.
If a child is fearful or apprehensive about a dog do not get it.
Spend time with a dog before buying or adopting it. Use caution when bringing a dog or puppy into the home of an infant or toddler.
Spay/neuter dogs to reduce aggressive tendencies.
Never leave infants or young children alone with any dog.
Properly socialize and train any dog entering the household. Teach the dog submissive behaviors.
Immediately seek professional advice (e.g., from veterinarians or breeders) if the dog develops aggressive or undesirable behaviors.
Do not play aggressive games with your dog (e.g., wrestling).
Teach children basic safety around dogs and review regularly:
Never approach an unfamiliar dog.
Never run from a dog and scream.
Stand still when approached by an unfamiliar dog (e.g., “like a tree”).
If knocked over by a dog, roll into a ball and lie still (e.g., “like a log”).
Never play with a dog unless supervised by an adult.
Immediately report stray dogs or dogs displaying unusual behavior to an adult.
Avoid direct eye contact with a dog.
Do not disturb a dog who is sleeping, eating, or caring for puppies.
Do not pet a dog without allowing it to see and sniff you first.
If bitten, immediately report the bite to an adult.
Minnesota Pit Bull Bite Lawyer
Contact a Minnesota Pit Bull Bite Lawyer at 612-362-0000 for help obtaining compensation for your pit bull bite injury. Our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times. We will work tirelessly for justice in your case.
A broken leg is a very serious fracture, with the possibility for life-threatening complications. If you have sustained a broken leg due to the negligence of another, call TSR Injury Law. We care about you and will help you seek justice and compensation for your injury.
Our attorneys are consistently named Minnesota Super Lawyers. We will do all of the paperwork, negotiate with the insurance companies, and file your claim. Contact a Minnesota Broken Leg Lawyer at 612-362-0000.
Broken Leg: Types and Treatment
The treatment of a broken leg varies according to the type of break. There are many classifications of breaks. They are:
Open / compound fracture: This type of fracture is when the skin is pierced by the broken bone. This is a serious fracture that requires aggressive treatment to reduce the chance of infection.
Closed fracture: This type of fracture is when the skin is unbroken.
Incomplete fracture: This type of fracture is when the bone is cracked but remains intact.
Complete fracture: In a complete fracture, the bone is snapped into two or more pieces.
Displaced fracture: In a displace fracture, the bone fragments are not aligned and may require surgery to realign and stabilize the bone.
Comminuted fracture: This type of fracture is when the bone is broken into several pieces. Surgery is usually required to ensure good alignment.
It is important to restrict the movement of a broken leg in order to allow for proper healing. A broken leg will usually require a cast for a minimum of 6-8 weeks.
Once the cast is removed, rehabilitation exercises or physical therapy will help reduce stiffness and restore movement in the injured leg. Even with physical therapy, it will take many months for complete healing.
Minnesota Broken Leg Lawyer
If you have suffered a broken leg due in an accident that was not your fault, you do not have to shoulder the financial burden alone. We will fight for your rights. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
The attorneys at TSR Injury Law have a stellar reputation for being able to establish fault and obtain excellent compensation in difficult medical cases, including a recent broken arm settlement in excess of $215,000. Contact a Minnesota Broken Elbow Lawyer at 612-362-0000. We care about your injury and want to fight for justice in your case.
The elbow is a complex joint formed by three bones:
The humerus is the only bone that forms the upper arm and extends from the shoulder to the elbow.
The radius and ulna are the bones of the forearm, extending from the elbow to the wrist.
Ligaments, muscles, and tendons provide stability for the elbow and allow joint movement.
Signs to look for after an arm injury following a traumatic accident:
swelling at or near the elbow
deformity of the elbow or the areas near the elbow
grinding, popping, or clicking when elbow is moved
elbow motion becomes limited
discoloration of the elbow
numbness or tingling of any part of the arm
forearm, wrist, or fingers are difficult or impossible to move normally
significant pain in the elbow, forearm, wrist, or hand
change in color or temperature of forearm, wrist, or hand
A broken elbow can damage the structure of the joint, resulting in potential problems with movement, blood vessel function, and nerve function. If the broken elbow does not heal well, it can result in chronic pain and permanent disability.
A broken elbow can interfere with these motions:
Flexion (bending)
Extension (straightening)
Rotation (turning palm up / down)
Minnesota Broken Elbow Lawyer
Contact a Minnesota Broken Elbow Lawyer at 612-362-0000. Our attorneys are skilled, aggressive litigators with decades of combined experience. If you have suffered a broken elbow due to the negligence of another, you may be able to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
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Broken Arm
The arm is made up of bones that can be broken in many different ways. The radius and ulna are the long bones below the elbow. There is just one bone above the elbow — the humerus.
A broken arm can occur in a car accident, truck accident, or slip and fall accident. Surgery is frequently required to stabilize the arm, especially if it is an open fracture. With an open fracture, a specialist will have to do a neurological exam and a vascular exam to check for nerve damage or compromised blood vessels. Often times, the extent of damage cannot be determined until surgery.
If a broken arm is suspected, take these steps to help ease the pain until medical help arrives:
Try to keep the arm motionless.
Keep the arm elevated above heart level to minimize swelling.
If the bone is protruding, cover it to keep it clean. NEVER try to put a fractured bone back into position.
Treatment for a Broken Arm
Basically, there are two options for treating a broken arm — internally (surgery) or externally (cast or splint). There are many types of casts or splints depending on the amount of support needed during healing.
In order for the arm to heal properly, the following are recommended:
During the first few days, continue to elevate the injured area to minimize swelling and pain. An ice pack can also be applied for short periods of time throughout the day. Keep a thin barrier (like a towel) between the ice pack and the cast.
Keep all areas of the cast or splint dry at all times. Cover with a plastic bag and tape securely while bathing. Should it become damp, dry gently with a hair dryer.
Never put powder or anti-itch ointment inside the cast.
Never try to scratch inside the cast.
Report any tingling, numbness, unusual swelling, or skin irritations. These symptoms may mean the cast is too tight.
Recovery may take anywhere from a few weeks to several months depending on the severity of the break. Keep these tips in mind to facilitate a full recovery:
Never remove the cast or splint unless instructed by your doctor.
Do not expect to return to normal activity immediately after the cast is removed. Take it slow and give the joints and muscles time to strengthen.
Do physical therapy as prescribed.
Minnesota Broken Arm Lawyer
A broken arm is a real inconvenience. You should not have to suffer the financial consequences alone if you sustained a broken arm due to the negligence of another. Our Minnesota Broken Arm Lawyers will fight to defend your rights in court. We have extensive experience and a reputation for being able to effectively prove liability in difficult cases. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
There was a serious head-on car crash near Gilbert early Christmas morning. Three people were involved in the two car crash.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol website, a 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier was traveling eastbound on Minnesota Hwy 135 west of Gilbert, at 12:20 a.m. The Cavalier was in the westbound lane, passing vehicles, when it struck a 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche heading west.
At least one person was seriously injured in the car crash. Officials have not released their identities or conditions. The website classified the crash as a serious injury accident.
There were multiple police departments working at the car crash site, including officers from Eveleth, Gilbert, and Virginia. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota State Patrol were also called to the scene. The car crash did not appear to be weather-related.
Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have questions about your legal rights following a car crash, contact a Minnesota Car Crash Lawyer at 612-362-0000. We provide all of our clients with the strong and reliable representation they need to recover damages successfully.
The Minnesota Broken Foot Attorneys of TSR Injury Law believe that you should not have to suffer the consequences of an accident that was not your fault. Our partners have been named Super Lawyers many times by Minnesota Law & Politics. To contact Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, or Rich Ruohonen about your Minnesota Broken Foot case, call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Help is only a phone call away.
Broken Foot Injury
While the ankle provides the foundation, the foot provides the propulsion-generating capabilities. The design of the foot combines mechanical complexity and structural strength. The foot also provides flexibility and resiliency and can sustain enormous pressure. The numerous joints that make up the foot all work together to provide the body with support, balance, and mobility.
So when any bone in the foot is broken, it can result in pain, limited mobility, and inability to work. One out of every ten broken bones is a foot bone. A broken foot can occur in a car accident, truck accident, or slip and fall accident. A broken foot can range from a small crack to a shattering break that pierces through the skin.
Treatment for a broken foot depends on the type and severity of the break. A severely broken foot may require surgery to stabilize the bone with wires, plates, rods, or screws while it heals.
TSR Injury Law puts the personal in personal injury law. We take the time to get to know you — your frustrations, fears, and hopes for the future. Our attorneys have decades of combined experience handling a variety of personal injury cases, including broken ankle lawsuits.
A broken ankle can be a very debilitating injury. If you have suffered a broken ankle in a car crash or other accident, due to the negligence of someone else; an attorney can build a strong case and maximize your compensation. Contact a Minnesota Broken Ankle Attorney at 612-362-0000.
The ankle is a complex joint comprised of three bones. Every broken ankle must be treated individually, meaning the case has to be evaluated for which bone was broken, where the bone was broken, extent of soft tissue injury, and prognosis for recovery.
Ankle injuries require competent and timely care from a specialist. If the ankle heals out of alignment, arthritis will usually develop and be accompanied by chronic pain. That can necessitate an ankle fusion, which can reduce pain but limits mobility. Some types of broken ankles:
We pride ourselves in providing our clients with the aggressive, reliable representation they need to recover damages successfully. Our Minnesota Broken Ankle Attorneys have represented hundreds and recovered millions for our clients. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Bloomington, MN (PRWEB) December 9, 2009 — Minnesota Law & Politics has released their annual list of Rising Stars, the state’s top up-and-coming attorneys. TSR Injury Law is pleased to congratulate Erik Willer, personal injury attorney with our firm, for being selected as a 2010 Rising Star.
Rising Stars are limited to attorneys who are 40 or younger or have been practicing for 10 years or less. Only the top 2.5% of Minnesota attorneys are named Rising Stars, based on votes from attorneys throughout the state who nominated the best attorneys they have personally observed in action, of that 2.5% only a few are personal injury lawyers. The attorney-led research team then reviews the credentials, licensure, and standing of potential candidates, assigning points based on predetermined evaluation criteria. The list is compiled and the lawyers with the highest point totals are named Minnesota Rising Stars.
Minnesota personal injury attorney Erik Willer received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan where he was awarded class honors. Before starting law school, Erik worked at a large law firm in Washington, D.C. and with the D.C. City Attorney’s office in the area of child abuse and neglect. In 2000, he entered the University of Minnesota School of Law where he served as Managing Editor of the Minnesota Intellectual Property Review.
Since entering the practice of law, Erik has worked tirelessly as an advocate for his clients, focusing his entire career on the representation of injured people. Erik has successfully represented clients at the trial court, Court of Appeals, and Minnesota Supreme Court in cases ranging from auto accidents, dog bites, and premises liability claims to traumatic brain injury claims and wrongful death actions. He is actively involved with Minnesota Association for Justice, serving on its Board of Governors and numerous committees.
TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the state of Minnesota. We are committed to providing excellent service to our clients and our goal is to handle every facet of the legal claim to allow our clients to concentrate on healing. We have helped thousands of people recover millions in deserved compensation. For more information, visit www.tsrinjurylaw.com. TSR Injury Law is located at 7760 France Avenue South, Suite 820, Bloomington, Minnesota, 55435.
Steve Terry
Chuck Slane
Rich Ruohonen
7760 France Avenue South, Suite 820
Bloomington, Minnesota 55435
612-362-0000
A St. Paul fire truck hit a Mini Cooper early Friday morning at the intersection of Randolph and Cretin Avenues. The 3 people in the Mini Cooper were taken to Regions Hospital where they were treated and released. The seatbelts and airbags protected the occupants from more serious injury.
The ladder truck was heading west on Randolph shortly after 5 a.m., responding to a call related to an electrical outage in the area. The traffic lights were not working and the fire truck hit the car in the intersection. At the time of the crash, both vehicles were going about 25 mph, according to Dave Galbraith, deputy chief of the St. Paul Fire Department.
The intersection was dark because of a downed wire at Cretin and St. Clair Avenues. 2,500 Xcel Energy customers were without power Friday morning, according to Mary Sandok, a spokesperson for Xcel Energy.
Minnesota Truck Accident Lawyer
This type of accident can be pretty straight forward, but other times there may be extenuating circumstances. When an airbag explodes, it can cause an eye injury called anisocoria or it can damage the ears — hearing loss or tinnitus. Any of these conditions can be permanent, leading to long term medical expenses and possible loss of income.
In any motor vehicle accident, it is good to contact a reputable Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer to determine your options and protect your family from financial loss. Call 612-362-0000 for assistance or submit our free consultation form.
You thought you would be safe on a commercial bus. Now you are fighting to recover medical expenses and lost wages from the bus accident injury. You have come to the right place. We care about your injury and we can help.
TSR Injury is a leading personal injury law firm with decades of collective experience handling complex litigation, including bus accidents. Our partners are respected by their peers and feared by insurance companies for their ability to articulate and persuasively establish fault. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
We will fight for your rights. We handle all types of bus accidents, including:
Car – Bus Accident
Truck – Bus Accident
Bicycle – Bus Accident
Pedestrian – Bus Accident
Commercial Bus Accidents
A commercial bus accident is different than other motor vehicle accidents because buses are common carriers and have to comply with state and federal guidelines. With a commercial carrier lawsuit, a claim may be filed against the owner of the company, the bus company, and the bus manufacturer (if the bus was defective). All three entities may be held liable for any personal injuries that occur as a result of one of their buses being involved in an accident.
If you have been in a bus accident through no fault of your own, you need qualified legal representation immediately. There are key steps that need to be taken to protect your rights and build your case:
You need to see a doctor to document any medical issues. Back and neck injuries are not necessarily felt immediately. Tests and imaging can be crucial to your case.
The accident needs to be documented with names, addresses, phone numbers of the drivers and insurance companies. Additionally, eyewitness accounts need to be recorded, pictures taken of the location, and weather and road conditions observed and recorded.
Do not talk to insurance agents or investigators about the accident and never sign anything before speaking to a lawyer about your rights.
Minnesota Bus Accident Lawyer
Do not delay in retaining a lawyer. You may be able to obtain compensation for:
medical expenses
lost wages
pain and suffering
emotional distress
Contact a Minnesota Bus Accident Lawyer at 612-362-0000. Our attorneys will handle all of the paperwork and file your claim.
A Strain Bus Lines Motorcoach crashed and rolled on Interstate 90 Wednesday afternoon. Initial reports are that at least 23 people were on the bus at the time of the crash and that at least 2 people died at the scene.
The crash happened at about 3:30 p.m. on eastbound I-90. The bus crossed over into the westbound lanes, crashed, and landed on its side in the ditch. The interstate was closed to enable medical crews to assist. Seven ambulances and six helicopters responded from the area including, Mayo Clinic, Mercy Hospital, Austin Medical Center, St. Mary’s Hospital (Rochester) and Naeve Hospital (Albert Lea).
According to Freeborn County Chief Deputy Gene Arnold the driver of the bus was critically injured and transported to St. Mary’s Hospital. Arnold also stated that there were not enough ambulances to transport all of the victims.
The bus was owned and operated by Strain Bus Lines Motorcoach Tours, Rochester. It was making its weekly Wednesday shuttle from Rochester, Byron, Kasson, and Blooming Prairie to Diamond Jo Casino in Northwood, Iowa and back. The passengers were mostly senior citizens.
As recently as August of 2008, the bus had some mechanical issues. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Strain Bus Line has not had a fatal crash for the past two years, but they have had a higher percentage of buses that have been taken out of service compared to other bus companies.
Bus Accident Liability
If you have been in a bus accident, you may be able to file a claim against the bus company or the owner of the bus to receive compensation for:
medical expenses
lost wages
loss of earning capacity
pain and suffering
disfigurement
disability
There are federal and state guidelines that regulate common carriers. As common carriers, bus lines are obligated to provide for the safety of their passengers by maintaining their vehicles, hiring qualified drivers, and providing additional training. If the accident is the result of non-compliance with any federal or state safety regulations, the common carrier may bear 100% of the liability for your personal injuries. Liability may involve any of the following issues:
poor maintenance
driver negligence
driver training
defective products
drunk driving
Minnesota Bus Accident Lawyer
Our Minnesota Bus Accident Attorneys are skilled, aggressive litigators. We have recovered millions for victims of motor vehicle accidents. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Time is critical. Evidence needs to be preserved and witnesses interviewed.
Loss of hearing is scary and isolating. If your hearing loss was due to the negligence of another, contact a Minnesota Hearing Loss Lawyer who cares and will work aggressively on your case. We have years of experience and our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times. Additionally, Partner Chuck Slane has been recognized as a 2009 Who’s Who Minnesota Top 40 Plaintiff’s Attorney and Partner Rich Ruohonen was presented with the 2009 Minnesota Association for Justice Excellence Award. Call 612-362-0000 today for help.
Hearing Loss
Hearing loss in a car accident can occur from direct trauma or from an air bag explosion. Loss of consciousness with a head injury can also lead to lost hearing.
There are two types of hearing loss:
conductive
sensorineural
Conductive hearing loss stems from a mechanical problem in the external or middle ear. Conductive hearing loss can be reversible. Sensorineural hearing loss stems from damage or dysfunction of the inner ear. It cannot be restored. Very often sensorineural hearing loss is from a traumatic injury.
Traumatic hearing loss can occur when the inner ear or temporal lobes are damaged by the head hitting the steering wheel or window in a car accident. It can also be caused by an air bag explosion, which can be so intense that it ruptures the eardrum and can cause bleeding from the inner ear. When the eardrum is ruptured, the fragile bones of the middle ear can be dislocated and major inner ear damage can occur.
Minnesota Hearing Loss Attorney
Life becomes infinitely more difficult when one of the five senses is lost. If your loss was due to the negligence of another, you may be able to receive compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, disability, and pain and suffering. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
TSR Injury Law cares about your discomfort, pain, and fear of the future — and we want to help. If your Bell’s Palsy was sustained in a motor vehicle accident due to the negligence of another, you deserve compensation for medical expenses, therapy, lost wages, disfigurement, and pain and suffering. Contact a Minnesota Bell’s Palsy Lawyer at 612-362-0000. Our lawyers have years of experience. We will work tirelessly to achieve a fair settlement.
Bell’s Palsy
Bell’s Palsy is the paralysis of the facial nerve, called the seventh cranial nerve. An injury to the head or neck may lead to inflammation and swelling of the seventh cranial nerve — which may inhibit, damage, or kill the nerve. Bell’s Palsy is usually a temporary paralysis; but if the nerve is killed, there is the possibility for some permanent damage.
The facial nerve has 6,000-7,000 nerve fibers that conduct electrical signals from the brain to the facial muscles, controlling contraction. Nerves have the capability to regenerate. If the facial nerve dies, the problem with regeneration is that there is no mechanism that reconnects the nerve fibers to the same muscle. The nerve fibers may actually implant into the wrong muscles of the face. This is referred to as synkinesis.
With synkinesis, the brain will send a signal for a muscle to contract, but since the nerve fiber is connected to a different part of the face the wrong part will respond. So, if the eye was suppose to close, you may have the eyebrow raise instead. This may sound insignificant or even humorous, but in reality it is frustrating, debilitating, and dangerous (in the example, the eye could suffer damage because it did not get protection from the eyelid).
Bell’s Palsy Symptoms
There are many symptoms of Bell’s Palsy. Very few cases exhibit all of the symptoms.
Eye-related symptoms: cannot close eye completely, drooping eyelid, excessive tears, inability to produce tears, tears fail to coat and protect cornea, sensitivity to light
Mouth-related symptoms: drooping of one side of the mouth, drooling, sense of taste impaired or lost, difficulty eating, drinking and swallowing, difficulty speaking, asymmetrical smile
Ear-related symptoms: sensitivity to sound, pain in / near ear, balance problems
Nasal-related symptoms: nose either constantly runny or stuffy, sinus problems
There is controversy in how to treat Bell’s Palsy. With incomplete paralysis, treatment is usually unnecessary because spontaneous recovery is common. When the paralysis is more severe, anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroids, and therapy are prescribed.
Minnesota Bell’s Palsy Attorney
Any impairment to the face is very difficult, stressful, and can affect one’s self-esteem and lead to issues with socialization and depression. If this impairment was due to negligence, legal representation could improve the possibility of fair compensation. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Our partners have years of experience handling complex medical cases.
If you are suffering from Horner’s Syndrome due to the negligence of another, call us — we care about people who have been injured. Contact a Minnesota Horner’s Syndrome Lawyer at 612-362-0000 for the needed legal representation to ensure you receive fair compensation. . Our partners are skilled litigators with extensive medical knowledge. Chuck Slane has been named a 2009 Minnesota Top 40 Plaintiff’s Attorney and Rich Ruohonen was given the 2009 Minnesota Association for Justice Excellence Award.
Horner’s Syndrome is not a disease. It is a sign of damage to the nerves that travel from your brain to your eyes and face. Damage may be the result of blunt trauma to the neck sustained in a:
Horner’s syndrome is caused by damage to the sympathetic nerves that control your body’s circulation and perspiration. The sympathetic nerves start in the hypothalamus, go through the brain stem, down the spinal cord, and into the chest. From the chest, they go back up the neck, along the carotid arteries, into the skull, and then to the eyes. If the nerves are injured at any point along this path, it can result in Horner’s syndrome.
Horner’s syndrome usually affects only one side of the face with the following symptoms:
drooping eyelid (ptosis)
elevation of the lower lid (upside down ptosis)
decreased pupil size
sinking of the eyeball into the socket
decreased sweating on affected side of face (anhidrosis)
A full neurological exam is recommended to diagnose the problem and determine if any other parts of the nervous system are affected. The tests may include:
blood tests
eye drop tests
carotid artery ultrasound
chest x-ray
CT angiogram
CT scan of the chest
MRI of the head
Minnesota Horner’s Syndrome Attorney
A knowledgeable Minnesota Eye Injury Attorney can advise you on your legal rights and negotiate with the insurance companies. If you have suffered an eye injury due to negligence, contact TSR Injury Law, at 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form. We will handle all of the paperwork and file your claim.
At TSR Injury Law, we care and we believe that you should not have to suffer the consequences of an accident that was not your fault. We have helped thousands of people recover millions in compensation. Our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many years. Contact a Minnesota Eye Injury Attorney at 612-362-0000.
Any eye injury should be treated as an emergency. Many eye injuries can lead to permanent loss of visual acuity. The bone structure of the skull is designed to protect the eyes, but sometimes the eyes sustain a secondary injury. For example, if the nose gets broken the draining system for the eyes may be injured — and it may not show-up for weeks or months.
Blocked Tear Duct
A blocked tear duct is an obstruction of the nasolacrimal duct, which is located in the nose. It is a blockage of the draining system for the tears, not an inability to produce tears.
In some cases, a past nose injury can lead to scarring of the tear duct. Scar tissue can completely block the duct preventing the tears from draining. If the situation is not rectified, it can lead to infection of the eyelid and conjunctiva. It can also compromise vision.
For an adult with a blocked tear duct, surgery is recommended. A new opening is created by a procedure called DCR (dacryocystorhinostomy). The complications of surgery are:
bleeding
infection
allergic reaction to anesthesia
Minnesota Blocked Tear Duct Lawyer
Our Minnesota Eye Injury Attorneys are skilled, aggressive litigators with extensive medical knowledge. We understand the facts and the ramification of an eye injury. If the injury was the result of negligence, you may be able to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
The Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyers, of TSR Injury Law, have years of experience handling eye injury lawsuits with excellent success. If negligent behavior on the part of another led to your eye injury and subsequent retinal detachment, you need an attorney who will work aggressively on your behalf. Contact Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, or Rich Ruohonen today at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
The retina is a micro-tissue that lines the inside of the eye. Light strikes the retina causing a biochemical change within layers of the retina that stimulates an electrical response. Nerve endings within the retina transmit visual messages through the optic nerve to the brain.
Retinal Detachment
With retinal detachment, the retina is torn or pulled from its normal position and separated from the blood vessels. This is an emergency situation because separation from blood supply can quickly lead to degeneration of the retina (tissue death). If left undiagnosed or untreated, retinal detachment can lead to blindness and, in the most serious cases, loss of the eye.
Most retinal detachments are due to trauma. The trauma can be caused by a car accident, truck accident, or fall. In a motor vehicle accident the head may hit the windshield, steering wheel, or other blunt object.
Retinal Detachment Symptoms
In about half of the traumatic retinal detachments, the injury is instantaneous. In the other half, there is gradual onset with warning signs that may include:
A shadow, like a curtain, across part of the field of vision that does not go away. It affects the peripheral vision first.
Noticeable amount of vision loss. Any sudden vision loss is a medical emergency.
Sudden flashes of light or floaters.
Minnesota Retinal Detachment Attorney
If you have suffered a retinal detachment in an accident due to negligence, you need an attorney on your side to establish fault and secure fair compensation. Our Minnesota Retinal Detachment Attorneys have years of experience with excellent results. TSR Injury Law is fast becoming one of the most prominent personal injury law firms in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
TSR Injury Law is a premier personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota. Our attorneys are bold, articulate litigators. Rich Ruohonen recently settled a car accident case, that included a metatarsal fracture, for $400,000.
If negligent behavior on the part of another lead to your foot injury and subsequent midfoot fusion, you need an attorney who will work aggressively on your behalf. Contact Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, or Rich Ruohonen today at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. We care and will help you fight for justice.
Midfoot Fusion
The goal of midfoot fusion is to reduce pain by stabilizing and improving the position of the joints. It involves removal of articular cartilage from between the joints and then using pins, screws, or plates to hold the joint firmly together until the bones fuse. It takes 6-12 months for the bones to start fusing, during the first 6-12 weeks the foot has to be immobilized.
Midfoot Fusion Complications
As with any surgery, there are risks and complications associated with midfoot fusion. They include the following:
Infection is the biggest risk with this type of surgery. To reduce the chance of infection, keep the foot elevated for the recommended number of days.
Deep vein thrombosis (vein clot) can be an issue due to inactivity. A blood thinner may be prescribed combined with the use of a compression stocking on the non-operative leg.
Initially the swelling will be profuse, elevation will be necessary. Some swelling may last for 6-9 months.
Malalignment is when the foot is fused out of position or with a deformity, providing less than optimal function.
Nonunion is a possibility that increases significantly by smoking. Nonunion is painful and requires another surgery.
A nerve may be damaged during surgery. The top of the foot has three nerves that supply sensation to the side and top of the foot and toes. If damaged, they may leave an area of numbness — may be temporary or permanent.
Minnesota Midfoot Fusion Attorney
A foot injury can be painful and debilitating. If your injury and resultant midfoot fusion was due to negligence, a Minnesota Midfoot Fusion Attorney at TSR Injury Law is available for a free consultation. Call 612-362-0000.
Our Minnesota Metatarsal Fracture Lawyers are skilled, aggressive litigators who care about justice for the people. We recently settled a multi-fracture case, that included a metatarsal fracture, for $400,000.
If you have sustained a metatarsal fracture in an accident that was not your fault, you need expert representation to maximize your compensation. The compensation may include payment for medical expenses, wage loss, pain and suffering, and disability. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. It is vital to act quickly so that evidence can be preserved and eye witnesses interviewed while the memory is fresh.
Metatarsal Fracture
Metatarsal fractures are one of the most common traumatic foot injuries because there is very little soft tissue to protect the top of the foot. They can be caused by direct trauma or forces rotating the foot too far.
Additional facts about metatarsal fractures:
The junction between the base of the metatarsal and the shaft is the area which creates most problems when fractured because of the poor blood supply in that area of the bone.
The base of the metatarsal heals slowly or may not heal at all because of poor blood supply.
Orthopedists favor surgical fixation for a fracture at the base of the fifth metatarsal because it heals very poorly and frequently there is nonunion. Surgery requires a small incision on the outside edge of the foot. Then a small screw is placed down the middle of the fractured bone.
For a metatarsal fracture, a removable plastic cast is better than a plaster cast. The removable cast allows for physiotherapy treatment, which is aimed at preventing stiffness in the ankle joint. The foot will have to be in the non-weight bearing cast for 6-8 weeks.
A metatarsal fracture is very painful and there is usually difficulty in walking. The foot is usally swollen, bruised, and tender to the touch.
Ice therapy can be effective to help control the pain of a Metatarsal fracture, although pain medication is frequently prescribed. The Aircast Ankle & Foot Cryo/Cuff is an excellent method of simultaneously providing ice therapy and compression, which reduces foot pain and swelling.
If there is nerve damage or temporary pressure on a nerve, causing “pins and needles” sensation; it needs to be investigated to determine treatment.
Because of the importance of the first metatarsal for foot function, malalignment is an unacceptable outcome.
Complications of metatarsal fractures include nonunion, malunion, delayed union, secondary osteoarthritis, and reflex sympathetic dystrophy.
There are many classifications of metatarsal fractures based on location, displacement, and type of fracture. The bottom line is that with any metatarsal fracture early diagnosis and avoidance of weight bearing are essential to prevent the complications.
Minnesota Metatarsal Fracture Lawyer
A broken foot is very debilitating. You may be suffering not only physical pain, but financial and emotional burdens. If your injury is due to the negligence of another, contact our Minnesota Metatarsal Fracture Lawyers at 612-362-0000. Our attorneys are skilled, aggressive litigators with years of experience. We will work tirelessly for justice in your case.
You may be thinking, “Why me? . . . now what do I do?”
We do not know why you were hit, but we can help you answer the second question. Your next step should be to hire an experienced personal injury lawyer to protect your rights against the big insurance companies.
TSR Injury Law is a leading Minnesota personal injury law firm with a reputation for taking care of our clients and maximizing available compensation. Our personal injury attorneys are experts at establishing fault and proving liability in serious car accidents. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Duluth Car Accident Lawyer
In order to bring suit against a driver in a Minnesota car accident you must meet one of five threshold requirements:
a permanent injury sustained
more than $4,000 in medical expenses incurred
minimum of two months (60 days) disability
permanent disfigurement or scarring
death
If you meet one or more of these thresholds, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, disability, and loss of potential earnings.
Duluth Car Accident Attorney
Car accidents can happen to bad drivers and good drivers alike. Lives can be forever changed and the medical bills can accrue quickly. It is important to contact an experienced Duluth Car Accident Lawyer to determine your options.
Our Duluth Car Accident Attorneys are among the most experienced, proficient, and caring attorneys in the state of Minnesota. We will fight for justice in your case. Call 612-362-0000 or contact us.
If you have been in a car accident, you need to report it immediately and contact a personal injury attorney. Speed is of the essence in order to gather and preserve evidence, interview eyewitnesses while the memory is fresh and more accurate, and to ensure that the necessary medical examinations are performed. Contact a St. Paul Car Accident Lawyer at 612-362-0000 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 612-362-0000 end_of_the_skype_highlighting. Our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times by Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine and Law & Politics.
Tens of thousands of car accidents occur each year in Minnesota. Just because you have car insurance does not mean you will automatically receive the compensation you need and deserve. Future expenses need to be factored into the settlement. Car insurance companies may be hesitant to pay future expenses without an attorney establishing a valid claim.
Car Accident Compensation
At TSR Injury Law, we believe it is right and just for people to receive compensation for car accident injuries inflicted on them by someone else. Compensation may be sought in these areas:
medical expenses
lost wages
loss in earning ability
pain and suffering
punitive damages, especially in drunk driving accidents
Our St. Paul Car Accident Lawyers have helped thousands of people find justice through the legal system, including the following example from our case files:
My wife and I were ‘t-boned’ while driving in the Twin Cities. My wife, Darlene, knew she was hurt immediately, but I thought everything was okay. Unfortunately, I began to feel the affects of the collision a few weeks later and decided to seek treatment. At the same time, my insurance company started calling my home asking questions which I had no idea how to answer and they sent paperwork that I was uncomfortable signing. I hired TSR Injury Law to help. They were referred by a friend who was happy with their services.
Steven fought my insurance to pay the surgery bills, as well as the insurance of the person who hit us. I was amazed at how complicated the insurance companies tried to make the crash. The end result was Steven won the case on both sides. He got all my bills and wages paid and we settled the claim so that I was compensated for the pain and suffering. Based on this wonderful experience with Steve, I have referred him co-workers and family members who need legal help. I can not recommend anyone higher than TSR Injury Law.
~Curtis Bell, Maple Grove
St. Paul Personal Injury Lawyer
Our Personal Injury Lawyers work with a team of qualified experts to assess the extent of the injuries, whether there will be resultant permanent disability or physical limitations, and the estimated future medical expenses. We will fight tirelessly to ensure that you receive full compensation for your injuries. Call 612-362-0000 or contact us online.
You may have suffered a severe ankle fracture in a car accident or a slip and fall accident. As a result of the fracture, the ankle may have never healed correctly or may have developed arthritis. Ankle fusion may be recommended if:
your pain is so great that you are not able to continue working
you are having issues with taking painkillers for an extended time
your quality of life has deteriorated
About Ankle Fusion
An ankle fusion removes the articular cartilage from the surface of the ankle joint which allows the tibia to fuse with the talus. The bones literally grow together. A successful ankle fusion does not wear out like an artificial ankle — it should last a lifetime.
Ankle fusion surgery can be arthroscopic or open. Open ankle fusion takes less time in surgery, but more time to heal. Arthroscopic surgery has a higher percentage of achieving fusion. Because the positioning of the bones is so critical to a successful fusion and your future comfort level, you need to have the surgery performed by a surgeon who has performed many ankle fusions.
Ankle Fusion Complications
There are many complications associated with ankle fusion, including:
nerve damage (could result in numbness in the foot)
blood vessel damage (could lead to the need for amputation)
infection (could require further surgery to drain the infection)
nonunion (could require another surgery to perform a bone graft or additional fixation)
malunion (could cause problems with walking and require another surgery to achieve a better position of healing)
Ankle Fusion Recovery
After surgery, a padded plaster cast is required for 8-12 weeks. It is vital to refrain from putting any weight on the foot until x-rays show that the bones are fusing.
Physical therapy may be needed to learn to walk smoothly, without a limp. Once the fusion is completely healed, some shoe modifications may be helpful. There are shoe inserts or rocker soles available that allow the foot to roll more normally.
Minnesota Ankle Fusion Lawyer
Constant pain is debilitating and can lead to depression and hopelessness. Call us if you have had ankle fusion from an injury due to negligence. We have handled many ankle fusion cases. We know how to prove liability effectively. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
TSR Injury Law Partner Rich Ruohonen was singled out to receive the Minnesota Association for Justice 2008-09 Excellence Award. Each year this prestigious award honors an attorney who has given outstanding contributions of time and effort on behalf of the organization, has a personal commitment to excellence, and is diligent in community service.
Bloomington, MN (PRWEB) October 27, 2009 — TSR Injury Law Partner Rich Ruohonen received the Minnesota Association for Justice 2008-09 Excellence Award at their Annual Convention held in Alexandria, in August. The Minnesota Association for Justice annually recognizes a distinguished attorney who exemplifies the highest standard of personal and professional excellence in Minnesota.
“I am honored to be recognized for the work I have done for the organization over the past 13 years, but there are many other deserving members that also work tirelessly to help consumers and those injured by the negligent acts of others. Together we are trying to ensure that each and every citizen is guaranteed the right to justice. MAJ is an important organization for my clients. All the effort I put forth in that organization ends up directly benefitting injured persons in the long run. I intend to continue this effort and work with MAJ in the future,” said Rich Ruohonen in response to receiving this award.
Rich is a frequent speaker in continuing legal education seminars for the Minnesota Association for Justice. He is also on the Board of Governors and is involved in several committees for the organization including the Continuing Legal Education Committee, the Finance Committee, and the Legislative Committee. The Minnesota Association for Justice is an organization dedicated to the Constitution’s guarantee of justice for all. TSR Injury Law is a firm whose attorneys and employees share the same goals in helping those injured by the negligent acts of others.
Rich Ruohonen has dedicated his entire legal career to the practice of personal injury law, focusing on cases involving car accidents, traumatic brain injury (TBI), food poisoning, premises liability, medical malpractice, and product liability. He is a sought-after speaker and published writer on matters related to personal injury litigation.
At TSR Injury Law, we are committed to providing excellent service to our clients and our goal is to handle every facet of the legal claim to allow our clients to concentrate on healing. Since we focus on one area of the law, we feel we give the best representation possible. For more information, visit tsrinjurylaw.com or call 612-362-0000 for a free consultation. TSR Injury Law is located at 7760 France Avenue South, Suite 820, Bloomington, Minnesota 55435.
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An Independent Medical Exam (IME) is a medical evaluation scheduled and paid for by the no-fault insurance company. The purpose of the exam is for the insurance company to get a second opinion on the validity of your claim.
The doctors that perform the IMEs are medically qualified doctors who have chosen to specialize in insurance-covered evaluations. IME doctors, if called to testify at trial, make great witnesses.
It is vital to choose a law firm that can effectively cross examine the IME doctor. The attorneys at TSR Injury Law have developed an expertise in this area. We have a history of being able to validate our clients’ injuries and prove liability in tough cases.
For more information about Minnesota Independent Medical Exams, call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Our Minnesota Personal Injury Attorneys are gifted, persuasive litigators with a reputation for being able to get the job done.
The Jury Instruction Guide (JIG 85.25) states that premises liability can be expanded to include these relevant factors:
The following factors can be applied in determining whether reasonable care was exercised by the possessor or entrant:
the circumstances under which the invitee enters the land
the foreseeability or possibility of harm
duty to inspect, repair, or warn
reasonableness of inspection or repair
opportunity of repair correction Peterson v. Balach, 199 N.W.2d 639,647 (Minn. 1972)
A homeowner has a duty to warn invitees of obvious or known dangers if the homeowner can anticipate that the dangerous condition will cause physical harm. Betzold v. Sherwin, 404 N.W. 2d 286, 289 (Minn. Ct. App. 1987). Reason to anticipate harm may occur if the homeowner has reason to expect that the invitee will encounter the known or obvious danger because to a reasonable person in the homeowner’s position the advantages of doing so would outweigh the apparent risk. Sutherland v. Barton, 570 N.W.2d 1, 7 (Minn. 1997).
Minnesota Premises Liability Lawyer
Our Minnesota Premises Liability Lawyers are gifted, persuasive litigators with years of experience litigating premises liability cases, including a recent settlement for $350,000. The settlement has been put into an annuity with a projected value of $850,000. Our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times by their peers. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Compensatory damages are for injuries. Punitive damages are to punish someone financially for their actions. The following is descriptive, legal definition of punitive damages:
A defendant has acted with deliberate disregard for the rights or safety of others if the defendant has knowledge of facts or intentionally disregards facts that create a high probability of injury to the rights or safety of others and: (1) deliberately proceeds to act in conscious or intentional disregard of the high degree of probability of injury to the rights or safety of others; or (2) deliberately proceeds to act with indifference to the high probability of injury to the rights or safety of others.
Punitive damages are awarded over and above the damages for injuries. There are three reasons to seek punitive damages:
to punish
to force the defendant to refrain from committing the offense again
to discourage others from committing the offense
Some reasons why judges award punitive damages:
the seriousness of hazard to the public arising from the defendant’s misconduct
the duration of the misconduct and any concealment of it, the degree of the defendant’s awareness of the hazard and of its excessiveness
the attitude and conduct of the defendant upon discovery of the misconduct
the financial condition of the defendant
the total effect of other punishment likely to be imposed upon the defendant as a result of the misconduct, including compensatory and punitive damage awards to the plaintiff
the severity of any criminal penalty to which the defendant may be subject
Minnesota Statute § 549.20 states that punitive damages shall be awarded if it is proved by clear and convincing evidence that the Defendant deliberately disregarded the safety of others.
Minnesota Dog Bite Lawyer
Our Minnesota Dog Bite Lawyers are experts in dog bite cases, including a recent settlement for $60,000. Our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Minnesota law is generous with victims of dog or animal attacks. In Minnesota, allowing animals to run loose is prohibited. If an owner allows their animals to run at large, the owner can be sued for three times the amount of any damages caused by the animals.
Minnesota Statute §346.16:
Running at large; defined; prohibited; triple damages
The herding of any animal of the species of cattle, horse, ass, mule, sheep, swine, or goat upon any land over the protest and against the will of the owner shall be deemed a running at large.
It shall be unlawful for any owner or any person having the control of any such animal to permit the same to run at large in the state.
Any person who shall knowingly permit the running at large of any such domestic animal [including dogs] shall be liable to the person aggrieved for treble damages sustained by the aggrieved person, to be recovered in a civil action brought for that purpose.
Minnesota Running at Large: Example Case
Plaintiff Rhea was injured by defendant’s horses while on defendant’s property. He sued on the grounds that the horses were permitted by defendant to run at large in violation of a statute. The trial court held the statute did not apply in this situation and the Court of Appeals agreed. It held that the running at large statute does not apply to horses running on their owner’s own property. Rhea v. Lashua WL 31173, 1999
Minnesota Animal Attack Lawyer
If you have any questions about the running at large statute, contact our Minnesota Animal Attack Lawyers. Our attorneys have years of experience in Minnesota Personal Injury Law and a reputation for aggressive, persuasive representation. Call 612-362-0000.
The court held that the following instruction is a correct statement of the law, “Harboring or keeping a dog means something more than a meal of mercy to a stray dog or the casual presence of a dog on someone’s premises. Harboring means to afford lodging, to shelter, or to give refuge to a dog. Keeping a dog, as used in the statute before us, implies more than the mere harboring of the dog for a limited purpose or time. One becomes the keeper of a dog only when he either with or without the owner’s permission undertakes to manage, control, or care for it as dog owners in general are accustomed to do.” Verett v. Silver 309 Minn. 275, 277, 244 N.W.3d 147, 149 (1976)
The court, in Carlson v. Friday 694 N.W.2d 828, 831 (Minn. App. 2005), set out four criteria for keeping. The court stated, “… we hold that ‘keeping’ for purposes of secondary ownership under the dog bite statute involves:
a voluntary acceptance
of temporary responsibility
as it relates to the management, control, or care of the dog
exercised in a manner generally similar to that of the dog’s primary legal owner”
Minn. Stat. Ann. sec. 347.22: Damages, owner liable.
If a dog, without provocation, attacks or injures any person who is acting peaceably in any place where the person may lawfully be, the owner of the dog is liable in damages to the person so attacked or injured to the full amount of the injury sustained. The term “owner” includes any person harboring or keeping a dog but the owner shall be primarily liable. The term “dog” includes both male and female of the canine species.
MN Dog Bite Cases: Examples of How Law is Applied
Kent worked for the owner and agreed to go to the owner’s house to feed and exercise the dog while the owner was on vacation for a week. The dog, while on the leash, suddenly ran; jerking and pulling her arm. Kent sued under 347.22. Summary judgment was granted on the basis that Kent was a keeper of the dog. The court noted that she was the keeper of the dog because she “exercised control and authority” over the dog at the time of her injury. Kent v. Block 623 N.W.2d 908.
The court held a dog groomer, who had the dog for only a few hours, was a keeper and could not present a claim for her own injuries against the owner. Carlson v. Friday 694 N.W.2d 828 (Minn. App. 2005).
Vet clinic and employees were keepers. Tschida v. Berdusco 462 N.W.2d 410, 412 (Minn. App. 1990).
Minnesota Dog Bite Lawyer
Dog bite cases are complex. It is vital to have excellent representation. Our partners are skilled, aggressive litigators with years of experience handling Minnesota dog bite cases. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
In dog bite cases, provocation is the owner’s defense to liability. Provocation defense is often mentioned but difficult to support with facts.
Provocation can be used as a defense if the injured person provoked, tormented, abused, or assaulted the dog before the attack. The defendant is not relieved of liability if the injured person’s conduct inadvertently or involuntarily provoked the dog to attack. An example of inadvertent behavior would be accidentally stepping on a dog.
Minnesota Dog Bite Lawyer
Our Minnesota Dog Bite Lawyers have years of experience litigating dog bite cases. Partner Rich Ruohonen recently settled a dog bite case for $60,000. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. We will handle all of the paperwork and negotiations with the insurance companies.
If you are suffering with BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) from a head injury due to negligence, you need an experienced Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney to fight for fair compensation. Our partners are skilled, ethical litigators who really care about injured people. We have handled hundreds to thousands of complex medical cases. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
There is a pouch in the inner ear called the utricle. It contains hundreds of little crystal particles, “ear crystals”, made of calcium carbonate. They are called otoconia, the body’s own unique miniature GPS that stimulates nerve cell transmissions to the brain when the head is moved, informing the brain as to the position of the body. When the ear crystals are dislodged by a head injury, it can cause debilitating vertigo.
About BPPV / Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo / “Ear Crystals”
BPPV can occur from head trauma sustained in a car accident, truck accident, or motorcycle accident. Ear crystals shake loose and fall out of the utricle, floating into one of the inner ear semicircular canals, confusing the brain. As the crystals move around in the canal, the brain thinks the head is moving more than it is. This results in vertigo.
Although BPPV is described as a condition that is bothersome, but temporary; anyone who has had BPPV will tell you that it is debilitating. Life comes to a halt. It is difficult to sleep. It is difficult to stand or walk and sometimes driving is tough. In some cases, people have developed agorophobia because they are so fearful of endangering themselves and others.
BPPV Symptoms
The symptoms of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) include:
dizziness
lightheadedness
unsteadiness
loss of balance
vertigo (sense of world spinning or moving)
blurred vision can accompany vertigo
nystagmus (eyes rotate toward affected ear)
light sensitivity
nausea (can be constant)
vomiting
The symptoms of BPPV can fluctuate depending on the change in the position of the head, with each episode lasting between 30-120 seconds. The frequency of the episodes varies from person to person and may depend on:
the number and size of ear crystals displaced
which canal the ear crystals have moved to
whether the ear crystals dissolve on their own
whether the ear crystals reposition on their own
the individual sensitivities to the displaced ear crystals
BPPV Treatment
Some people wait it out, hoping the crystals will reposition or dissolve. Anti-vertigo medications may be helpful in treating severe BPPV. Another option is a canalith repositioning procedure (Epley maneuver) which can be performed by a professional or at home. In severe cases surgical semi-circular canal occlusion can be performed.
Minnesota BPPV Lawyer
Has BPPV ruined your life? Have the remedies been ineffective? You need legal representation in order to receive the compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Contact a Minnesota BPPV Lawyer for fair and ethical representation or call 612-362-0000.
Did you sustain a calcaneal fracture in an accident that was not your fault? Are you frustrated dealing with the insurance companies? TSR Injury Law can help. We care about your injury and will fight for fair compensation. Call 612-362-0000 to speak to an experienced Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyer.
You may be able to receive compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our lawyers are excellent negotiators who have litigated other Calcaneal Fracture cases. Contact Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, or Rich Ruohonen today at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Calcaneal Fractures
The calcaneus is the large bone at the back of the foot, commonly called the heel bone. The calcaneus provides key support for the foot. It also facilitates normal walking motion. A calcaneal fracture can occur in a high velocity car accident or truck accident or a high-impact fall.
Most calcaneal fractures are closed. Due to the force necessary to fracture the calcaneus, the damage can be extensive and frequently requires open reduction surgery with internal fixation. Surgical goals are to realign the fragments, restore the correct structure, and minimize loss of blood supply to the bone which will decrease the chance of avascular necrosis (bone death). After surgery, no walking on the foot is allowed for approximately 3 months.
Symptoms of a calcaneal fracture include:
inability to walk
swelling
bruising
severe heel pain
deformity of the foot
Complications after a calcaneal fracture include:
severe swelling can impede healing, especially with patients who smoke or have diabetes
chronic foot pain
pain associated with walking or running
arthritis
difficulty with inward or outward rotation of the ankle
widening and deformity of the heel, making it difficult to wear shoes
Minnesota Calcaneal Fracture Lawyer
Our Minnesota Calcaneal Fracture Lawyers are skilled, aggressive litigators with extensive medical knowledge and a reputation for getting the job done. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
If you have suffered a Lisfranc fracture due to the negligence of another, contact a Minnesota Lisfranc Fracture Lawyer or call 612-362-0000. We have years of experience with these cases and have recovered significant amounts for the Lisfranc fracture victims we have represented. We want to help you and will pursue every angle to maximize your compensation.
Minnesota Lisfranc Fracture
A Lisfranc foot fracture is a fracture of the midfoot and may initially be mistaken for a sprain. The midfoot area is the arch at the top of the foot where many small bones meet. The metatarsals extend from the midfoot to the toes. Most of the bones in this area are held in place by ligaments. The ligaments extend across and down the foot except between the first and second metatarsal, leaving this area more vulnerable to dislocation or fracture.
There are three classifications of Lisfranc fractures:
divergent: the metatarsal fractures are splayed in different directions
homolateral: where all five metatarsals are fractured in the same direction
isolated: one or two metatarsals are fractured
If a Lisfranc fracture is suspected, x-rays will be taken. In some cases, a CT scan or MRI may be ordered to aid in diagnosis. Undiagnosed Lisfranc fractures can lead to joint damage or pressure can build-up in the muscles, damaging nerve cells and blood vessels.
Minnesota Lisfranc Fracture Treatment
Most Lisfranc fractures require surgery. Reduction is achieved by means of screws that are inserted into the bones across the joints. An external fixator may be used, where the screws are inserted through punctures in the skin, rather than an incision.
With a Lisfranc fracture, the foot will be in a cast for 6-8 weeks and during that time the foot cannot support weight. After the cast, a rigid arch support or walking brace may be recommended. It is helpful to do foot exercises to build strength and help restore ROM.
Post-traumatic arthritis can develop in the joint following a Lisfranc fracture. If that happens, the bones may have to be fused together. Planovalgus deformity is another complication. That means the foot flattens longitudinally, turning outward.
Minnesota Lisfranc Fracture Lawyer
Our Minnesota Personal Injury Attorneys are skilled, dynamic litigators with a reputation for excellent settlements. We will handle the insurance companies, do all the paperwork, and file your claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
If you developed hyphema from an act of negligence by another, you deserve fair compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, and Rich Ruohonen are skilled and persuasive litigators. They care and will work tirelessly to secure justice in your case. Contact a Minnesota Hyphema Lawyer at 612-362-0000.
Hyphema
Hyphema is a condition where blood accumulates in the front chamber of the eye between the cornea and iris. It is usually caused by blunt trauma to the eye. A direct hit to the eye can break blood vessels in the iris, causing them to leak blood into the anterior chamber and mix with the clear aqueous fluid, blurring vision. The blood may appear as a reddish tinge to the eye, or it may be a pooling of blood at the bottom of the iris.
Hyphema Symptoms and Treatment
Because there are times that the blood is not visible, victims of eye trauma need to be aware of other symptoms. They include:
eye pain
light sensitivity
blurred vision
elevated eye pressure
In mild cases of hyphema, the blood can be reabsorbed with no treatment. For more severe cases of hyphema, treatment includes:
bed rest with head elevated 45-60 degrees with both eyes closed
use of ice packs
avoid strenuous activity
removal of the blood if the eye pressure increases
eye drops
Do not take aspirin or NSAIDs. They thin the blood and could lead to additional bleeding.
Hyphema Complications
Any injury to the eye can be frightening. It is vital to follow treatment instructions to obtain the best possible recovery. The complications following hyphema include:
recurring bleeding
glaucoma
damage to the cornea (causing permanently cloudy vision)
loss of vision
Minnesota Hyphema Lawyer
TSR Injury Law is a premier Minnesota personal injury law firm with extensive experience handling eye injury cases. Our personal injury lawyers are experts at proving liability in complex medical cases. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota. We are passionate about helping injured people find justice. Our partners have years of experience and a history of winning impressive settlements, including a recent $1.5 million verdict for a hip fracture.
Hip replacement surgery following a car accident or motorcycle accident happens all too often. When it does, you need expert legal representation to secure adequate compensation for your potential loss of quality of life. Contact a Minnesota Hip Replacement Lawyer at 612-362-0000.
Minnesota Hip Replacement
Hip replacement surgery may be recommended if you have suffered severe hip damage. It involves removing the damaged hip joint and replacing it with an artificial one. Statistics show that hip replacements last 15 years in 95% of the cases. Possible scenarios for needing a hip replacement:
car crash victim suffered dislocated left hip and an impacted comminuted fracture of the acetabula and posterior wall of the right hip — after 8 months of rehabilitation, the car crash victim developed sciatic neuropathy of the right leg resulting in drop foot syndrome and needed hip replacement
truck crash victim suffered herniated disc, fractured pelvis, and fractured hip — initially these injuries healed but the victim developed post-traumatic arthritis and required hip replacement
motorcycle crash victim suffered numerous fractures of left hip, including fracture of femoral head, closed reduction surgery was performed — second surgery necessary and screws used to hold large bone fragments in place, but hip could not be stabilized leading to third surgery performed to do hip replacement
Hip Replacement Complications
There can be many complications with a hip replacement. They include:
Blood clots in the leg veins can develop due to decreased movement of the leg after surgery or possible injury to the veins during surgery. Blood-thinning medications are normally prescribed to prevent clots from forming. Compression devices or elastic stockings can be used to increase blood flow through the veins in your legs and reduce the risk of clots.
Infections can occur at the incision and in the deep tissue near the new hip. Most infections can be treated with antibiotics, but a major infection near the prosthesis may require further surgery to remove and replace the prosthesis.
A fracture can happen during surgery to healthy areas of the hip joint.
Dislocation of the new hip joint can be an issue. If the artificial hip dislocates repeatedly, surgery may be required to stabilize it.
The artificial hip can break, requiring another surgery to replace the broken joint.
Change in leg length. The surgeon takes steps to avoid this problem, but occasionally the new hip will make the leg longer or shorter than the other one.
Stiff joint, from the soft tissue hardening around the joint and making it difficult to move.
The prosthetic hip joint may wear out, requiring a second hip replacement surgery.
Minnesota Hip Replacement Lawyer
There are many things to consider after a serious injury in an accident due to negligence. One thing that has to be evaluated is the amount of compensation needed to cover all of the possible medical expenses that could be incurred during your lifetime because of this injury. The attorneys at TSR Injury Law have years of experience analyzing and valuing injury cases. We will check for additional insurance policies to maximize your benefits, do all of the paperwork, and file your claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
TSR Injury Law is a powerful personal injury law firm with extensive experience with broken bone injury lawsuits and a reputation for large settlements, including a recent verdict of more than $1.5 million. Our personal injury lawyers are experts at establishing fault in serious motor vehicle accidents. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
The pelvis is a ring-like structure at the base of the spine. It cradles many of the digestive and reproductive organs, as well as being at the crossroads for nerves, blood vessels, and muscles. It is critical to the alignment of the entire skeleton.
Minnesota Pelvic Fracture Injury
The majority of pelvic fractures involve high-impact forces as in motor vehicle accidents or falls from great heights. Pelvic fractures can be life-threatening and require surgery. They can be open or closed and are further classified as:
stable – only one break and limited bleeding, the bones are not displaced
unstable – two or more breaks, moderate to excessive bleeding, the bones are displaced
A pelvic fracture should be suspected and investigated if there is bone tenderness, difficulty walking, or loss of nerve function in the lower body. Additional symptoms may include:
abdominal pain
numbness or tingling in the groin or down the legs
bleeding from any lower body cavity
difficulty urinating
In severe fractures, the victim needs immediate medical attention because of the possibility of shock, extensive internal bleeding, nerve damage, soft tissue damage, and organ damage. The injuries must be stabilized; advanced trauma life support management may be required.
Minnesota Pelvic Fracture Treatment
Pelvic fractures require x-rays to determine the best course of surgery and sometimes a CT scan will be ordered to define the extent of the associated injuries. External fixators may be used to stabilize the pelvic area, allowing surgeons to address the injuries to the nerves, blood vessels, and organs. Unstable fractures may require the insertion of plates or screws.
It takes many months of rehabilitation and physical therapy to recover from a pelvic fracture. There is no guarantee of a full recovery. Long-term complications may include:
limp due to damage to musculature
pain
impaired mobility
sexual dysfunction
nerve damage
issues as a result of any organ damage (e.g. kidney failure, leaking bladder)
Minnesota Pelvic Fracture Lawyers
The lawyers at TSR Injury Law believe that you should not have to suffer the consequences of an accident that was not your fault. We have helped thousands of people recover millions in compensation. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free contact form.
Our Minnesota Tibia Fibula Fracture Lawyers are skilled, aggressive litigators who care about justice for the people. We recently settled a multiple fracture case for $1.7 million.
A tibia fibula fracture is a very serious leg injury, with the possibility for many complications. If you have sustained a tibia fibula fracture in a motor vehicle accident or pedestrian accident, you need expert representation to maximize your compensation. The compensation may include payment for medical expenses, wage loss, pain and suffering, and disability. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free contact form. It is vital to act quickly so that evidence can be preserved and eye witnesses interviewed while the memory is fresh.
Minnesota Tibia Fibula Fracture
The tibia is the weight-bearing, shin bone and the fibula is the calf bone. The tibia is the second longest bone in the body. It extends from the knee to the ankle.
The tibia has a higher incidence of fractures than any other long bone. Tibia fractures are considered a medical emergency. Traumatic fractures of the tibia fibula can occur anywhere along the length of the bones. The types of fractures are:
open or closed
stable or unstable
displaced or undisplaced
angulated or not angulated
With a closed tibia fibula fracture, not only is there intense pain, there is swelling and discoloration from the large amounts of blood that can flow from a fractured bone and damaged blood vessels.
Minnesota Tibia Fibula Fracture Treatment
Treatment of a tibia fibula fracture depends on the whether it is closed or open. In a closed fracture, if the two fragments are close to alignment, the orthopedist may manually reduce the fracture and immobilize for 12 – 16 weeks in a plaster cast or a removable plastic cast walker.
An open fracture is classified according to the extent of broken skin, and whether there is significant soft tissue damage, blood vessel disruption, or contamination. If the tibia fibula fracture is splintered, greatly displaced, or open, the fracture will need to be fixed surgically with one of the following methods:
pins, screws, metal plates, or wires
a metal rod down the center of the bone
an external fixator
You can expect months of physical therapy to regain the ability to walk. During the time you are immobilized, an AV Impulse system may be used to increase blood flow through the leg to prevent blood clots and reduce swelling. It also works the muscles in a simulated walking motion.
Tibia Fibula Complications
Fracture healing is an intricate process. It takes time because of poor blood supply in some areas of the bone. Severe open fractures have a high incidence of complications, including:
infection which may result in gangrene
displaced fragments, particularly in oblique and spiral fractures
artery or nerve damage
limp due to imperfect alignment or rotational position, possibly one leg shorter
obvious disfigurement
slow union as a result of severity of the fracture or poor blood supply to one fragment
loss of ROM in the knee, ankle or foot, usually caused by associated joint, soft tissue, or vascular injury
nonunion (smokers are 8 times more likely to experience nonunion in tibia fibula fractures)
Minnesota Tibia Fibula Fracture Lawyers
You may be scared about what your future holds if you have suffered a severe tibia fibula fracture. We can help you fight for fair compensation for your injuries, resulting in fewer financial worries. Our personal injury lawyers are experts at proving liability in complex medical cases. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
TSR Injury Law is a leading Minnesota Personal Injury Law Firm with extensive experience litigating knee injury cases, including chondromalacia. We care about you and understand the pain involved with this injury. We will give you knowledgeable, aggressive representation. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Minnesota Chondromalacia Injury
Chondromalacia is the softening of the cartilage on the back side of the patella due to misalignment. The misalignment is frequently the result of trauma to the patella, as in a patella fracture, dislocation, menisci damage, or patellar tendon rupture. A misaligned patella rubs on the end of the femur, destroying the cartilage and making it look like crab meat. This not only causes inflammation but moderate to intense pain and grinding in the knee.
Minnesota Chondromalacia Treatment
The first steps in treating chondromalacia are:
rest the knee to lessen the intensity of the chondromalacia pain
take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
do physical therapy, especially quadriceps strengthening and hamstring stretching
Alignment is key to minimizing chondromalacia. If the alignment of the patella cannot be improved or corrected with physical therapy, surgery may be necessary. Depending on the type and extent of misalignment, the surgery may be arthroscopic or open.
Surgery for chondromalacia has a high success rate. But there may be complications, including:
failure to relieve pain
increased pain
infection
Minnesota Chondromalacia Lawyers
Even though chondromalacia is very painful and debilitating, it is marginalized by insurance companies. If you are suffering from chondromalacia from a negligent accident, you need a lawyer who understands chondromalacia and will aggressively defend your rights. The lawyers at TSR Injury Law know Minnesota law. They know chondromalacia. They will fight for you. Call one of our Chondromalacia Lawyers at 612-362-0000 or submit free contact form.
This information is provided as a service of the Minnesota car accident lawyers of TSR Injury Law, serving Minneapolis, St. Paul, Bloomington, and the state of Minnesota.
Steps to Follow after a Minnesota Car Accident
Stop and pull off to the side of the road.
Turn off your engine to reduce the chance of fire.
Stay in your car and keep your seat belt buckled.
Call 911. Always ask for police to come to the scene.
Exchange information. Be sure to get:
the driver’s full name
the driver’s address
telephone numbers
the driver’s license number of the driver
insurance company name, agent name, address, phone number
Write down the make, model, license plate number of any involved vehicles (or take pictures of the back end of all vehicles)
Get name, address, and phone number from each eye witness
Get name and badge number from attending police officer
See a doctor for a complete medical exam right after the car accident even if you are not obviously injured, because it is not unusual for symptoms to show up hours or days later (if you are experiencing symptoms at the scene, report them to the police or ambulance personnel)
Call your car insurance agent to report the accident, providing them with the information collected at the scene
Insurance companies may request a written or tape-recorded statement from persons involved in the accident — you are not required to give a statement — it is advisable to discuss the matter with a lawyer first
Contact an experienced Minnesota car accident lawyer
If you have been in a Minnesota car accident, contact one of our skilled, experienced lawyers at TSR Injury Law. Call 612-362-0000, or submit our free consultation form and one of our Minnesota lawyers will call you within 24 hours.
TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm, serving Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota, with a reputation for getting the job done. Our attorneys have an understanding and expertise in complex knee injury cases, including a recent knee injury verdict of $520,000. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
The patellar tendon spans from the top, front of the tibia to the base of the patella. It is critical in the ability to extend the leg. When the quadriceps muscle contracts, it forces the quadriceps tendon, patella, patellar tendon, and tibia to work together to move the knee from a flexed position to an extended position. If the patellar tendon ruptures, the patella is pulled out of position by the quadriceps muscle. This not only causes intense pain but makes it impossible to extend the leg.
Minnesota Patellar Tendon Injury
It takes a great amount of force to rupture the patellar tendon. It can happen in a severe slip and fall accident or a high impact car crash. A patellar tendon rupture is marked by:
severe pain
immediate bruising
inability to extend the leg
inability to bear weight
deformity in the leg
Minnesota Patellar Tendon Repair / Replacement
A patellar tendon rupture must be treated surgically. The patellar tendon does not usually respond well to repair, making patellar tendon replacement surgery the best option.
A semitendinosus (posterior femoral muscle) graft is used. A hole is drilled transversely through the base of the patella. One end of the graft tissue is sutured to the patellar tendon that remains attached to the tibia. The other end of the graft tissue is then threaded through the drilled hole in the patella, looped back down, and sutured next to the other end. This pulls the patella back into position.
The main complications with this surgery are:
the patella may fracture
the graft may be cut too short
the patellar tendon may pull out from its position in the tibia
The knee should be in a cast or brace for 6 weeks following reconstruction, then an additional 6 weeks in a hinged brace. Full range of motion and quadriceps strength can be regained with diligence and effort.
If you have suffered a patellar tendon rupture due to negligence, contact TSR Injury Law at 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form. Our partners are skilled, aggressive litigators with years of experience. We will do the paperwork, handle the insurance companies, and file your claim.
TSR Injury Law puts the personal in personal injury law. We listen to you and your needs. Then, we will tell you your options and help you maneuver the legal system. Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, and Rich Ruohonen have extensive medical knowledge and years of experience handling knee injury cases. Call TSR Injury Law about your posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear, at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
There are four primary ligaments that hold the knee joint together and give the knee stability and flexibility. The PCL is located at the back of the knee joint. It keeps the tibia from moving too far back. The PCL is stronger than the ACL; therefore, it is not injured as frequently because it takes more force to tear it.
Minnesota PCL Tear
A PCL tear is frequently referred to as a “dashboard injury” because a common cause of a PCL tear is a bent knee hitting a dashboard in a car accident or truck accident. The dashboard forces the shin backward, damaging the PCL and sometimes other ligaments in the knee.
PCL tears are divided into three grades:
Grade 1 PCL Tear – the ligament is slightly stretched and mildly damaged, the knee is still stable
Grade 2 PCL Tear – the ligament is stretched and loose, is partially torn or completely torn, no other ligament injury, the knee is somewhat unstable
Grade 3 PCL Tear - the ligament is split into two pieces (a complete tear), additional ligament injuries, the knee is unstable
Minnesota PCL Tear Treatment
A PCL Tear may be treated non-surgically or surgically, depending on whether there are additional injuries.
The non-surgical options include:
The R.I.C.E. regimen of rest, ice, compression, and elevation is helpful immediately after a PCL injury.
Bracing may be used to immobilize the knee and protect it from further damage.
Physical therapy is recommended once the swelling has subsided. This will strengthen the leg muscles and restore function to the knee.
Surgery is recommended only for a complete PCL tear combined with additional injuries. Arthroscopic surgery is done to rebuild the ligament because the PCL is resistant to healing with suturing. The ligament will be replaced with tissue graft from another part of the body or a donor. A graft can take several months to heal.
Minnesota PCL Tear Lawyer
If your PCL injury required surgery, you may be out of work for many weeks — even months. If your injury was due to negligence on the part of another, you need legal representation to maximize your benefits and protect your rights. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota. Our attorneys are experts at establishing fault in complex medical cases. If you have suffered a MCL tear due to negligence, you need an attorney who cares and will work aggressively on your behalf. Contact Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, or Rich Ruohonen today at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
The medial collateral ligament is located on the inside of the knee. It attaches the femur to the fibula and prevents the knee from bending inward. It is one of four ligaments that support and stabilize the knee.
Minnesota MCL Tear
The MCL can be torn with a direct hit from the side, in slip and fall accidents, car accidents, or truck accidents. This type of injury usually presents with localized pain, swelling, bruising, and possible instability. MCL tears are divided into three grades.
Grade 1 MCL Tear is an incomplete tear with few symptoms. Rest, ice treatment, and anti-inflammatory medication is recommended. Recovery is about 1-2 weeks.
Grade 2 MCL Tear is also an incomplete tear but with moderate symptoms. The pain and swelling is worse than a grade 1 MCL tear and the knee feels unstable when turning or pivoting. A hinged knee brace may be recommended for a period of time. It helps to elevate the leg whenever possible to reduce blood flow to the injury. Recovery is about 3-4 weeks.
Grade 3 MCL Tear is a complete tear of the MCL with significant pain, swelling, and instability. A knee immobilizer is recommended for the first 10 days after injury. This is followed by a hinged knee brace. Right from the beginning the knee needs to be flexed several times a day. Complete recovery is about 3-4 months. Surgery may be recommended if the MCL tear is accompanied by an ACL tear.
Minnesota MCL Tear Attorney
MCL tears are difficult to value. Many insurance companies minimize this injury and believe surgery is never necessary. It is vital to have a knowledgeable personal injury attorney fighting for your rights. At TSR Injury Law, our partners have years of experience and extensive medical knowledge. We will aggressively pursue your case. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
The clavicle is commonly known as the collarbone. It spans between the sternum and the scapula, providing protection for the brachial plexus and the subclavian arteries (provides blood to head and arms). It is designed to support and align the shoulder.
Types of Clavicle Fractures
simple, mid-bone fracture
open fracture
nonunion
Broken Clavicle Injury
Broken clavicles are common in slip and fall accidents and motor vehicle accidents. Most of the fractures are simple, mid-bone fractures. This type of broken clavicle tends to heal well on its own with the use of a sling the first week, then switching to a figure-eight harness for a few weeks to keep the bone in line as it heals. A broken clavicle has very few long term complications, although there will always be a visible bump.
If you sustain an open fracture, it is imperative to have a medical professional treat the fracture. Dirt, grass, glass, or any type of debris can contaminate the wound. Surgery may be required to prevent infection.
Surgery may also be required if the break is close to the shoulder (AC) joint. In this position, the clavicle fracture is unstable and prone to a nonunion. Nonunion is when the two pieces of bone will not attach and heal together. A nonunion may be stabilized with a plate and screws, but the fracture site may always be painful and uncomfortable.
Minnesota Broken Clavicle Attorney
If you are suffering with a broken clavicle due to negligence, especially a nonunion fracture, you need someone on your side fighting for justice. The personal injury attorneys at TSR Injury Law will do that for you. We will carry the load — do all of the paperwork, handle the insurance companies, and file your claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
If you have sustained a SLAP tear, you need to be proactive in your medical care because that part of the labrum has poor vascular supply which can make healing difficult. If it does not heal well, you could face a lifetime of chronic shoulder pain. We want to help you obtain adequate compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Our partners have been named Super Lawyers many times and have a reputation for getting the job done.
Minnesota Labral Tear – SLAP Tear Injury
When the glenoid labrum is torn, it is called a labral tear. Labral tears are classified by the location of the tear in relation to the glenoid. A SLAP tear is when the glenoid labrum is separated at the tendon of the biceps muscle from front to back. The acronym stands for Superior Labral tear Anterior to Posterior. A SLAP tear occurs frequently in slip and fall accidents when the person falls on an outstretched arm or in car accidents when the arm is outstretched to brace against impact.
A SLAP tear can be difficult to diagnose. The best way to confirm a SLAP tear is with an MRI contrast. There are some risks associated with the contrast injection (gadolinium), including allergic reaction, dizziness, shortness of breath, blood clots, and kidney damage. Because of the risks associated with the MRI contrast, many people let the doctor make the diagnosis at the time of surgery.
Minnesota SLAP Tear Treatment
Surgery is almost always necessary to recover from a severe SLAP tear injury. The surgery options are:
open incision, where it permits the surgeon more visibility
arthroscopic, where there is less chance of infection and recovery time is shorter
Minnesota SLAP Tear Recovery
Whether you opt for open or arthroscopic surgery, physical therapy is mandatory. Physical therapy begins at about four weeks. Full recovery from a SLAP tear injury depends on the extent of damage, how it was treated, and how faithfully physical therapy was performed. It will usually be at least 3-4 months before your shoulder feels close to normal. It can take up to a year for your shoulder to be completely healed after surgery.
Did your shoulder pain start out as a minor complaint after an accident? Did you think it would go away if you ignored it? You are not alone. Impingement can occur following a shoulder injury sustained in a car accident, bicycle accident, motorcycle accident, or slip and fall accident.
TSR Injury Law is a premier personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota. Our partners are skilled, aggressive litigators with extensive medical knowledge. Call us today 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. We can help.
Shoulder Impingement
Shoulder impingement is a soft tissue injury. It occurs when the scapula rubs or pressures the rotator cuff, causing increasing damage, pain, and loss of range of motion.
Impingement starts when the shoulder sustains trauma or injury leading to compression of the soft tissue under the acromion. The soft tissue (rotator cuff muscles, tendons, and bursa) are located between the acromion and the head of the humerus. This area is called the sub-acromial space. Once the soft tissue is aggravated, they become inflamed and swollen. This leads to a cycle of compression and inflammation.
Shoulder Impingement Treatment
Conservative treatment should be pursued prior to surgery. Physical therapy is very effective in many cases of shoulder impingement, especially if therapy starts promptly after injury. The next step is usually corticosteroid injections into the sub-acromial space to reduce swelling and pain. If physical therapy and injections both fail to alleviate the problem, then arthroscopic surgery is recommended.
Following surgery, the arm will be immobilized for a short time. This will be followed by more physical therapy to improve range of motion and strength. It will take 2-4 months to achieve full pain relief.
Minnesota Shoulder Impingement Attorney
Chronic pain is very debilitating and can lead to poor job performance and depression. If you have been working on recovering from shoulder impingement due to trauma or negligence, you do not have to stand alone. We will fight for justice on your behalf. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
TSR Injury Law is interested in you and seeking justice in your case. Our partners have years of experience and a reputation for getting the job done. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form today. We want to help you recover compensation for your injuries, pain, and any loss of mobility.
Hip Fracture
The hip is a ball and socket joint. The femur forms the ball; the acetabulum is the socket. This round, smooth, cartilage-covered bone is part of the pelvis. An acetabular or hip fracture may occur in a high impact car accident, truck accident, or slip and fall accident. The type and severity of the break depends on the position of the femoral head at the time of the accident.
Treatment of Hip Fracture
An acetabular / hip fracture is a complex orthopedic injury. The surgery should be performed by an experienced acetabular orthopedic surgeon to ensure the best fracture alignment and the fewest complications. The optimal time for surgery is within the first week after the injury.
During surgery, the fracture fragments are cleaned, the fractures are realigned, and then stabilized with plates and screws. The surgery generally takes 3-6 hours.
Hip Fracture Complications
Surgery to realign a hip fracture has a number of common, but potentially serious, complications. They are:
injury to a nerve
sciatic nerve
femoral nerve
superior gluteal nerve
wound infection
deep vein blood clots
pneumonia
osteonecrosis (bone death) of the femoral head or fragment
chondrolysis (destruction of articular cartilage)
osteoarthritis
Minnesota Acetabular – Hip Fracture Attorney
If you have sustained a traumatic hip fracture due to the negligence of another, you may be able to receive compensation for past and future medical expenses, physical therapy expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We will do the paperwork, negotiate with the insurance companies, and file your claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
TSR Injury Law puts thepersonal in personal injury law. We care about people . . . we will listen . . . we will fight for justice in your elbow fracture case.
Call a Minnesota Elbow Fracture Attorney at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Once we accept your case, we will do the paperwork, contact the insurance companies, and file your claim. You can rest easy and concentrate on recovering.
Minnesota Radial Head Fracture
It is instinctive to put your arms out to protect yourself from a fall or from impact. This instinct can lead to elbow fractures. The most common type of elbow fracture is a radial head fracture. Radial head fractures may occur from:
Many times a radial head fracture goes undiagnosed initially. About 20% of dislocated elbows are also fractured. Sometimes x-rays need to be taken from multiple angles to reveal the fracture. If you have dislocated your elbow and you are having the following symptoms, you may have a radial head fracture:
pain toward the outside of the elbow
swelling is not subsiding
bending or straightening the elbow is difficult
inability to rotate the forearm
Minnesota Elbow Fracture Types
There are three types of radial head fractures:
Type I
These fractures are small cracks in the radial head. All of the bone fragments remain in place. These fractures are most visible on x-ray about 3 weeks after the injury. Type I fractures are treated with a splint or sling. The bones may become displaced if motion is attempted too soon.
Type II
These fractures involve larger pieces of bone, and those pieces may be out of alignment. With minimal displacement, splinting is an option. Surgery may be recommended to remove small fragments or to stabilize the bone with pins or screws.
Type III
This is the most severe fracture with the head in many pieces and the pieces may not fit together. There is usually major damage to the joint and soft tissue. Surgery is required to clean up fragments, secure the radial head or replace it with an artificial head, and repair soft tissue injuries.
Minnesota Radial Head Fracture Complications
Due to the design of the elbow, there is very little soft tissue around the joint to supply blood. Fractured fragments can lose their blood supply, which can result in avascular necrosis (bone death) and even nonunion.
Our Minnesota Elbow Fracture Attorneys have years of experience handling complex medical cases, with excellent results, including a recent $216,000 verdict. Our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
TSR Injury Law is a powerful personal injury law firm serving injured people across the state of Minnesota. Our partners have extensive experience and a reputation for favorable settlements, including a verdict for $400,000 in a talus fracture case that included additional injuries. Our personal injury attorneys excel at establishing fault. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
The talus bone is a pivotal bone in the ankle. It is an important connector between the leg and foot and is held in place by ligaments — no tendons. Most talus fractures occur in car accidents or truck accidents and they are marked by swelling, bruising, severe pain, and inability to bear weight. If a talus fracture goes untreated or does not heal properly, it can create long-term complications. Those complications include:
impaired foot function
loss of range of motion
arthritis
chronic pain
bone collapse
Talus Fracture Treatment
If a talus fracture is suspected, the doctor will order a series of x-rays of the ankle and foot to pinpoint the location of the fracture. If x-rays are inconclusive, a CT scan will be necessary. The imaging will help the orthopedist determine whether the bones are aligned or displaced. Imaging will also reveal if loose bone chips are present that may need to be removed surgically.
The doctor will check for nerve damage and adequate blood supply to the joint and the foot. If the blood supply is disrupted, the bone tissue could die allowing the bone to collapse. The orthopedist will usually do a follow-up x-ray or MRI to check on the blood supply.
After surgery, the ankle will be immobilized in a cast for 6-8 weeks. The ankle must not bear weight for at least 3 months. Even if the talus fracture heals properly, the ankle may eventually develop arthritis. More than half of the talus is covered with cartilage. When the cartilage is injured, the smooth surface is compromised which can lead to accelerated joint wear and ultimately arthritis.
There are a variety of treatments for arthritis, including:
modification of activity
ankle-foot brace
joint fusion
bone grafting
ankle replacement
Minnesota Talus Fracture Claim
If you have sustained a talus fracture, you need to access all available insurance to be sure that your medical expenses are covered, your lost wages are covered, and your future is secure. Our Minnesota Talus Fracture Attorneys are aggressive litigators who will get the job done. We will do all of the paperwork, handle the insurance companies, and file your claim. Call TSR Injury Law today, at 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota. We have represented clients who have suffered an injury of the ulnar nerve. We understand ulnar nerve injury, the type and duration of treatment needed, and how it negatively impacts life. In addition, we care about you and want to help you obtain the compensation you deserve. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
About Ulnar Nerve Injury
The ulnar nerve extends the length of the arm, from the shoulder to the wrist. It is closest to the surface where it crosses the elbow. It is called entrapment when the ulnar nerve gets compressed where it passes through the narrow cubital tunnel. When the ulnar nerve is compressed or damaged, there are neurological symptoms in the forearm and hand. The symptoms include:
pain in the hand and / or fingers
tingling or burning in the 4th and 5th digits
numbness or decreased sensation
loss of muscle strength in hand
An ulnar nerve injury frequently occurs from an elbow fracture or dislocation sustained in a car accident, motorcycle accident, bicycle accident, or slip and fall accident. It can be diagnosed through an EMG (electromyogram), nerve conduction tests, blood tests, x-rays, or imaging scans.
Ulnar Nerve Injury Treatment
Conservative treatment is recommended for 6-12 weeks. Included in this approach are:
supportive splint or elbow pad
corticosteroid injection (to reduce swelling and pressure on nerve)
pain medication (prescription or over-the-counter)
physical therapy
If there is increasing muscle weakness, progressive palsy, or clawing of the 4th and 5th digits; surgery needs to be performed before the nerve dies and motor skills are permanently lost. In severe cases, the patient may need occupational therapy, job retraining, or vocational counseling.
Minnesota Ulnar Nerve Injury Attorney
Dealing with extreme, constant pain is so debilitating. Everyday things become impossible to do. Let us help. If you have suffered an ulnar nerve injury due to the negligence of another, we will review your case, do all of the paperwork, handle the insurance companies, and file your claim. You may be able to receive compensation for pain and suffering, disability, medical bills, and lost wages. Call TSR Injury Law at 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
TSR Injury Law is a premier Minnesota personal injury law firm with extensive experience with femur fracture cases, including a recent $2.8 million settlement. Our personal injury attorneys are experts at establishing fault in complex medical cases. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. We care and we can help. The call is free.
Not only is the femur the largest bone in the body, it is the strongest. It starts at the hip joint and extends to the knee joint. It takes a tremendous amount of force to fracture a healthy femur. This type of force can be experienced in a high-impact car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, or bicycle accident.
Surgical Treatment of Femur Fractures
Femoral shaft fractures are considered major injuries and almost always require surgery to align and immobilize the femur. There are three types of treatment for a femoral shaft fracture:
During surgery a metal rod, called a intramedullary rod, is inserted into the core of the femur. The rod is secured with screws on either side of the fracture. The intramedullary rod is usually permanently in place. This is the treatment most often recommended.
The second treatment option is a metal plate placed along the fracture and secured with screws. This method allows for early mobility. The drawback in this method of treatment is that the plate bears the weight during healing, leaving the bone with residual weakness.
An external fixator is the third option for a femur fracture. The frame or bar is attached to the femur with pins. This may be recommended if there is extensive soft tissue injury with the break. There is the risk of infection at the pin insertion points.
Non-Surgical Treatment of Femur Fractures
Non-surgical treatments are available, but are less popular.
Traction used to be the standard method of treating a femur fracture. The leg is put in a cast and either adhesives or metal pins are used to attach weighted strings. X-rays have to be taken regularly to check the position of the femur and then adjustments can be made in the placement of the weights. This method is effective, but requires a long hospitalization. If metal pins are used for traction, there is the risk of infection.
Casting can be done on very young children, with good success. A spica cast is used. It goes the length of the leg, then up over the hips and includes part of the other leg.
Complications with Femur Fractures
A femoral shaft fracture takes 3-6 months to heal. During that time, it is susceptible to infection at pin insertion points and, with some treatment methods, the bone may become displaced due to the strength of the thigh muscles. If the bone is not properly aligned, and kept aligned, the leg may be permanently shorter.
Minnesota Femur Fracture Attorney
If you have sustained a femur fracture, you may miss months of work and have permanent side effects. You need someone to come along side and defend your rights. The attorneys at TSR Injury Law will do that for you. Our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times. We have a reputation for getting the job done. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our consultation form.
TSR Injury Law is a premier personal injury law firm. We emphasis the personal by taking time to listen to you and your needs.Our clients are so pleased with their results, that they refer family and friends to our firm. TSR Injury Law attorneys have years of experience handling broken bone injury cases. We will aggressively represent you if you have been in an accident that was not your fault. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Patella Fracture
The patella is one of three bones that make up the knee joint. It is helpful in providing strength when the knee joint is extended. The patella itself is strengthened by a lining of cartilage on the under side.
When a patella fracture occurs, x-rays will be taken to determine the type of fracture and the degree of displacement. It is critical to determine if the patient can perform a straight leg raise. A straight leg raise test is done while the patient lies flat on a bed. With the leg straight, the patient is directed to raise their foot off the bed and hold it in the air. This is to test the function of the the quadriceps muscle and its attachment to the shin bone. If a straight leg raise can be done, there is a possibility surgery will not be necessary. The knee will need to be immobilized with a knee brace or long leg cast. This will also help to minimize pain and discomfort.
Inability to perform a straight leg test means there has been disruption of the quadriceps tendon, patella, or patellar tendon, meaning the knee will require surgery. During surgery, the fracture is aligned and held in place with a combination of pins, screws, and wires. Occasionally, a portion of the patella may be removed, but this is usually a small fracture fragment.
Patella Fracture Complications
The most common complication following surgery for a patella fracture is that the metal implant can be painful — especially when kneeling. Frequently a second surgery is performed to remove the metal implant. Other complications include:
Stiffness
Arthritis
Infection
Loss of fixation
Fractures that fail to heal
Chondromalacia (kneecap pain)
Minnesota Patella Fracture Attorney
If you have suffered a patella fracture due to the negligence of another, you need legal representation; especially if your injury is interfering with your job. You may be entitled to compensation for past and future medical expenses, physical therapy, job retraining, wage loss, and pain and suffering. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form. Our attorneys have a stellar reputation for getting the job done.
TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm with an emphasis on the personal. We take time to listen to you and your needs. Our clients are so pleased with their results that they refer family and friends to our firm.
Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, and Rich Ruohonen have years of experience handling broken bone injury cases and will effectively represent you in your accident injury claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
For adults, fractures in both the ulna and radius usually requires surgery to stabilize the arm; without surgery there is no way to ensure the bones are properly aligned. Additionally, the bones must be reached through separate incisions on either side of the arm.
Fractures are classified as open or closed fractures. If there is a puncture at the site of the break, it is an open fracture. Open fractures need to be treated immediately by an orthopedic specialist to reduce the possibility of infection. The specialist will perform a neurological examination to assess sensory and motor functions. A vascular examination is necessary, too.
There are classifications of open fractures depending on:
Very often the extent of the damage is not known until surgery.
Types of Arm Fractures
Colles fracture describes a break across the ends of both the radius and ulna, which results in a backward and outward position of the hand in relation to the wrist. This is called a hyperextension injury. This is the most common wrist fracture.
Smith’s fracture is an injury where the end of the radius heads downward toward the palm. This is called a hyperflexion injury and is sometimes called a reverse Colles fracture.
Barton’s fracture involves the upper edge of the radius and the joint surface, and is usually accompanied by partial displacement, called subluxation, of the wrist with carpal bone displacement.
Hutchinson fracture refers to an isolated fracture of the radial bone, usually caused by direct trauma to the radial side of the wrist.
Ulnar Radial Fracture Rehabilitation
If you have sustained a fractured ulna or radius, rehabilitation will vary depending on the type of fracture and length of immobilization. Rehabilitation may include both physical therapy and occupational therapy.
The primary emphasis of physical therapy is to restore full range of motion and strength. Physical therapy is also helpful in reducing pain. The intensity of physical therapy is based upon stability of the fracture and wither it was an open or closed fracture. Special attention must be paid to regain the ability to have full palm-up position and full palm-down position. Occupational therapy may be necessary in dominant arm breaks. Hand dominance will influence the degree of disability during recovery.
The bones usually heal within 6 to 12 weeks. It takes longer for bone strength and load bearing capabilities to return. It can take up to several years. It is important to refrain from overloading the fracture site until the bone has regained its full strength.
Minnesota Ulnar Radial Fracture Lawyer
Our Minnesota Ulnar Radial Fracture Attorneys are capable, dynamic litigators with extensive experience. We will do all of the paperwork, handle the insurance companies, and file your claim. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
Three bones form the shoulder joint: clavicle, scapula, and humerus. A shoulder separation is a tear in the ligaments holding the scapula and clavicle together.
A shoulder separation happens most often in slip and fall cases, but they can occur in car accidents and truck accidents from bracing against the dash or being forced against the door. Shoulder separations are rated 1, 2, or 3, depending on the distance between the scapula and the clavicle.
A grade 1 shoulder separation has tenderness but no actual separation. It involves a sprain of the acromioclavicular (AC) ligament, without displacing the clavicle. The shoulder will look normal on an X-ray.
A grade 2 shoulder separation has slight separation of the clavicle from the scapula. The AC ligament will be torn and the coracoclavicular (CC) ligament may sustain minor tears.
A grade 3 shoulder separation is when the AC joint is noticeably out of position. The AC and CC ligaments sustain complete tears.
Treatment of Separated Shoulder
The first treatment recommended is immobilization until the pain dissipates. Simple separations do well if the ligaments are not extensively damaged. More serious ligament damage may require surgery. Sometimes surgery is delayed to see if the shoulder will heal and regain full function without surgery.
Whether the shoulder separation is treated conservatively or with surgery, the shoulder will require physical therapy to restore range of motion and rebuild strength and flexibility.
Minnesota Shoulder Separation Attorney
Our Minnesota Personal Injury Attorneys are gifted litigators with extensive medical knowledge and persuasive delivery. We will handle all of the paperwork, negotiate with the insurance company, and file your claim, if necessary. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
A Longville man was killed Friday when he was ejected from the truck his son was driving.
Michael Reynolds, 49, was driving on County Road 11, near MN Highway 84, when he veered, lost control, and flipped his vehicle. His father, Marvin Reynolds, 72, was thrown from the front passenger seat. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Michael and Elizabeth Reynolds, his 70-year-old mother, were transported to St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Brainerd. Their condition is unknown.
The Minnesota State Patrol and Cass County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the accident.
Minnesota Truck Accident Attorney
Our Minnesota Truck Accident Attorneys are skilled, compassionate litigators. If you have been in a Minnesota truck accident, you need representation when dealing with the insurance companies. Insurance companies are in business to make a profit. They will not automatically settle your claim at the maximum allowed. Our attorneys will handle your Minnesota truck accident case discreetly. We will handle all of the negotiations with the insurance company and file a claim, if necessary. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Partners Steve Terry and Chuck Slane have been recognized by the Minnesota State Bar Association for their contributions to the advancement of the legal profession by being part of the pro bono consortium of attorneys versus the state of Minnesota. Steve and Chuck represented 6 victims of the 35W bridge collapse.
Bloomington, Minn. (PRWEB) September 2, 2009 — Rich Ruohonen, TSR Injury Law partner and Minnesota Super Lawyer, represented a woman named Sabina Babaca for injuries suffered in a car crash near Barron, Wisconsin, on October 7, 2005.
According to court records, Babaca was a passenger in her husband’s vehicle being driven on Highway 8. Her husband attempted to pass a vehicle, in a legal passing zone. A truck pulled out onto the highway into his path causing an immediate collision.
Ms. Babaca had to be extricated by emergency personnel. It is on record that she suffered a left radial arm fracture requiring open reduction internal fixation with the use of a plate and 6 screws. The fracture caused a mild radial nerve injury resulting in ongoing pain. She also sustained a shoulder soft tissue injury on the same side.
The record reflects that Babaca incurred approximately $100,000 in medical bills and wage loss, most of which were paid by no-fault. The defendant offered $85,000 to settle this case prior to trial. The offer was declined by Babaca and Ruohonen, sending the case to trial. (Sabina Babaca v. Adam’s Automotive, Inc., David Adams and Erie Insurance Exchange, Case No. 08 CV 23)
The defendant’s insurance company, Erie Insurance, hired an accident reconstruction expert to testify at trial. Court records show that during cross examination, Ruohonen was able to get the following strategic admissions from this expert:
that Mr. Babaca was not speeding at the time of the collision
that by the time Adams pulled out it was too late for Mr. Babaca to stop to avoid the collision
that Mr. Adam’s was not fully in the lane upon impact (demonstrating Mr. Adams had just pulled out at the time of the collision)
Rich Ruohonen, with co-counsel Mark Yira of Yira Law Offices, pointed out numerous different medical records, photographs of bruising, and other injury evidence supporting ongoing pain. Additionally, the doctor who did the initial surgery at Eau Claire Hospital, Dr. Leland Meyer, and an ongoing pain management doctor, Dr. Paul Biewen, testified on behalf of Ms. Babaca.
It is on record that the jury found 75% fault on Adams and 25% fault on Mr. Babaca. The jury awarded $80,723.71 in past medical expenses, $19,440 in past wages, $80,000 in past pain and suffering, and $36,800 in future medical expenses. The total verdict was $216,163.71. Erie Insurance paid $162,122.7 (75% of the verdict) plus an additional amount for costs and interest owed.
The total paid was approximately double the final offer made by Erie Insurance prior to trial. This is believed to be one of the largest Plaintiff’s verdicts in Barron County, Wisconsin in several years.
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We understand how debilitating a shoulder, arm, or elbow injury can be. It can force you to be dependent on others for much of your care. At TSR Injury Law, we believe that you should not have to suffer the consequences of an accident that was not your fault. We care and have helped thousands of people recover millions in compensation. Call us today at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
About Shoulder, Arm, Elbow Injuries
Shoulder, arm, or elbow traumatic injuries can be the result of acceleration, deceleration, and rotational forces involved in car accidents, truck accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, or slip and fall accidents. In car or truck accidents, these injuries can occur when the driver grasps the wheel to brace for impact. Similarly, in pedestrian or bicycle accidents the individual can sustain significant injury when they brace for falling and land on an extended arm. Following are some types of shoulder – arm – elbow injuries we handle.
Our Minnesota Personal Injury Attorneys are thorough, aggressive, and persuasive litigators — with a reputation for their ability to secure large settlements and verdicts. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
We are sorry for the nightmare of pain and suffering that lead you to seek legal help. You came to the right place. TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota. Call us today, at 612-362-0000, because we care and want you to obtain the compensation you deserve.
If your leg or hip injury was caused by negligence on the part of another, call Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, or Rich Ruohonen at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. We will work aggressively for justice.
Leg Injuries
A traumatic leg injury may occur from a car accident, a direct blow, or a fall. The initial surgery is not always successful and recovery is not predictable. Acute leg injuries include:
The hip joint is a very stable joint. It takes a great force to hurt them. Trauma to the hip joint occurs most often in car accidents and slip and fall accidents. The injuries include:
If you or a loved one has suffered a leg or hip injury due to negligence, an aggressive Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney can help you recover compensation for your losses. Our partners are excellent negotiators and litigators with the ability to obtain generous settlements. Call 612-362-0000 or fill out our contact form.
It is scary to suffer any type of eye injury. It is more disturbing when the eye injury was caused by another person’s negligence. Call TSR Injury Law, at 612-362-0000, our attorneys care about your injury and want to help you obtain the compensation you deserve.
TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm, serving Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota. Our attorneys have been singled out for a variety of individual ability awards, including Minnesota Super Lawyers. Call us today or submit our free consultation form.
In most situations, the structure of the face provides adequate protection for eyes. Traumatic injuries do happen, though, and can severely damage eyes causing blurred vision, bulging eyes, burning, double vision, dry eyes, floaters, a permanently dilated pupil, limited eye or lid movement, or vision loss. Any eye injury can be debilitating and life-changing. Common causes of these eye injuries include:
If you have suffered an eye injury due to negligence, you should contact an attorney immediately to discuss your legal options. A knowledgeable Minnesota personal injury lawyer can advise you on your legal rights and argue in front of a judge or jury on your behalf. Call TSR Injury Law, at 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
We regret the injury that has brought you to our site, but we can offer you hope for the future by pursuing justice and compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We are here to help so call us today at 612-362-0000. If you prefer, you can submit our free consultation form.
About the Ankle and Foot
Each human foot has 26 bones (7 bones in the ankle), 33 joints, and more than 100 ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Traumatic foot and ankle injuries require skilled, precise attention from a specialist. The surgeon has to be exact, not off even a millimeter, or else the patient could eventually develop arthritis. An ankle fracture or a foot fracture that heals in a deformed or improper position can cause life-long problems, including:
If you have suffered a traumatic ankle or foot fracture, you need an experienced Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney to fight for fair compensation. Our partners are skilled, aggressive litigators who have been named Super Lawyers for many years by Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine and Minneapolis Law & Politics. Partner Chuck Slane was recently named to the prestigious list of Minnesota Top 40 Personal Injury Attorneys. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
TSR Injury Law is a premier Minnesota personal injury law firm that cares about you and your injury. We have extensive experience with ear injury cases and a reputation for obtaining generous settlements. Our personal injury attorneys are experts at proving liability in complex medical cases resulting from car accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle accidents. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. We will fight for fair compensation in your case.
Ear Injuries
The ear not only acts as a receiver for sound, but plays a key role in the sense of balance and body stability. Many head injuries involve the ear and temporal bone. A fall or blunt trauma to the side of the head can rupture the eardrum or damage the tiny bones in the inner ear that send sound to the brain.
Loud noises or explosions, such as an air bag deployment, machinery, or power tools, can damage the eardrum causing the following types of injuries:
For a consultation about your case, contact our Minnesota Ear Injury Attorneys, at TSR Injury Law, by calling 612-362-0000 or fill out our contact form.
The Minnesota Personal Injury Lawyers of TSR Injury Law care about you and we believe that you should not have to suffer the consequences of an accident that was not your fault.
We have helped thousands of people recover millions in compensation, including a recent settlement of $3.75 million for a below the knee amputation following a recreational vehicle accident. Our partners have been named Minnesota Super Lawyers many times by Minnesota Law & Politics. To contact Steve Terry, Chuck Slane, or Rich Ruohonen about your Minnesota knee injury case, call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Knee Injuries
The knee is a complex structure that provides stability and support for the entire body. An injury to the knee can affect ligaments, tendons, muscle, cartilage, and the bones of the joint itself — ultimately interfering with many aspects of life. A direct blow or sudden movement can do extensive damage to the knee. The injuries include:
Our Minnesota Knee Injury Lawyers are skilled, aggressive litigators; well-known for their ability to establish fault, prove liability, and secure large settlements. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
Sometimes life stinks — we want to help you fight back. TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm with extensive experience with limb amputation lawsuits and a reputation for generous settlements. Partner Rich Ruohonen recently settled a case of product liability-related limb amputation for $3.75 million. If your limb amputation occurred as a result of negligence, motor vehicle accidents, or medical malpractice, a claim can be filed to obtain compensation for medical expenses, rehabilitation, job retraining, prosthetic replacement, and even home modification. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
About Limb Amputation
The loss of any part of your body is traumatic. Although it doesn’t change who you are, it changes your spirit and your emotions. Many traumatic accidents destroy blood vessels, leading to tissue death. As a result, infection can set-in; and if not treated aggressively, can spread through the body and jeopardize life. The medical team will strive to save the limb by replacing or repairing damaged blood vessels and tissue. However, if these measures do not work, amputation is necessary. 22% of all amputations are trauma related.
With a traumatic amputation injury, the surgeon will remove the fragmented bone and any compromised tissue, a process called debridement. (This is performed on burn injuries, too.) The uneven areas of the bone will have to be smoothed to prevent pain with artificial limb usage. In some cases, temporary drains will be put in place to drain blood and other fluids that may accumulate.
At the time of limb amputation, the muscles are divided and shaped to ensure that the stump has a comfortable contour for the prosthesis. The nerves are also divided and protected in an effort to minimize pain.
Causes of Limb Amputation
Traumatic limb amputations occur in a variety of situations, including:
There are some additional risks and complications with limb amputation injuries, including:
phantom pain
chronic neuroma
infection
inadequate wound healing
stiffness
joint deformity (contracture)
a severe bruise (hematoma)
death of the skin flaps (necrosis)
Limb Amputation Compensation
The expenses associated with a limb amputation add up quickly and many of them are recurring. Our attorneys can file a claim to cover the following:
medical expenses
lost wages
job retraining
medical equipment
prosthetics
physical therapy
occupational therapy
psychological therapy
Minnesota Limb Amputation Attorney
Our Minnesota Limb Amputation Attorneys are skilled, aggressive litigators. Our partners have been named Super Lawyers many times and have a reputation for proving liability in tough medical cases. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
TSR Injury Law is a leading personal injury law firm serving Minneapolis and the state of Minnesota. We have extensive experience with facet joint injury cases and a reputation for generous settlements. Our partners are familiar with how facet joint injuries present and how much they interfere with the enjoyment of life. If you have suffered a serious car accident, truck accident, or slip and fall accident and are experiencing headaches and neck pain, call a Minnesota Facet Joint Injury Attorney at 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. We care and can help.
Facet Joint Injury
The spine is comprised of many facet joints. The design of the facet joint allows for bending and twisting of the back and neck. Additionally, there is a correlation between good facet joint health and body strength, flexibility, and range of motion.
Facet joint injury is the most common cause of neck pain after an accident and can result in neurological damage. There can be dislocation of the facet joint, accompanied by soft tissue swelling, tearing of a ligament, compression of the nerves, and disruption of blood supply.
Symptoms of Facet Joint Injury
40% of the time there is a delay in the diagnosis of facet joint injury. They are initially diagnosed as soft tissue injuries, because they do not show up on x-rays or MRIs. The 2 sections of the spine that sustain most of the facet joint injuries are the neck and the lower back.
The symptoms of cervical (neck) facet joint injury are:
headaches
neck pain
upper back pain
shoulder pain radiating into the arms
sleep apnea
dizziness
The symptoms of lumbar (lower back) facet joint injury are:
low back pain
pain radiating into the buttocks, hips, thighs, and groin
Common Causes of Facet Joint Injury
Although some facet joint injuries are age-related, most of them are a result of trauma sustained in:
The knee is the largest joint in the body and critical to good mobility. If you have sustained a meniscus tear in an accident that was not your fault, you need legal representation to prove future damages and maximize your compensation. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form. Call today. We want to help.
About the Knee Joint and Meniscus
The knee is comprised of 3 bones: the femur, tibia, and patella. The meniscus are rubbery, wedge-shaped cushions between the femur and tibia. They are anchored to the tibia with coronary ligaments. The meniscus help to distribute weight across the knee joint and improve the stability of the joint. Meniscal tears are one of the most common knee injuries.
The most central part of the meniscus is avascular, no direct blood supply. Without oxygen and nutrients supplied by the blood, healing cannot take place. If the tear is in this area, healing will tend to be incomplete. It will most likely require surgery to trim the torn portion of meniscus.
Pain and swelling are the primary symptoms of a meniscus tear. Other common complaints are:
knee joint locking
tenderness when pressing on the meniscus
popping or clicking within the knee
limited motion due to the torn cartilage interfering with the joint mechanism of the knee
Diagnosing and Treatment of Meniscus Tears
X-rays and MRIs are the most frequently used tests in diagnosing meniscus tears. An x-ray does not show the meniscus, but can be used to determine if there is evidence of damage to the knee joint. The MRI is the most beneficial test because it can create better images of the soft tissues. It can actually show the meniscus, including any tears or damage.
Treatment of meniscal tears depends on several factors, because not all meniscus tears require surgery. The type of tear you have, your age, activity level, and any related injuries will factor into the doctor’s recommendation for your treatment plan.
Arthroscopic surgery may be necessary. Knee arthroscopy is a very commonly performed surgery. The surgery involves cutting 3 small slits; one for a miniature camera, the other two for miniature surgical instruments. The meniscal tear will either be sutured, trimmed, or removed. A meniscal transplant is another possibility.
Meniscus Tear Risks and Recovery
There are risks with every surgery. The greatest risks with knee arthroscopy are:
nerve damage
infection
bleeding
reaction to anesthetic
Following surgery, the doctor may put your knee in a cast or brace to limit movement. Once the knee is healed, rehabilitation exercises will be prescribed. Regular exercise is necessary to restore the knee’s range of motion and strength.
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The laws regarding Minnesota Wrongful Death are complex. It is vital to retain an experienced, knowledgeable law firm to represent you in your Minnesota Wrongful Death Damages Claim. The partners of TSR Injury Law have years of experience and a stellar reputation among their peers for being thorough, aggressive, and persuasive. They have recovered millions for their clients. Call 612-362-0000 or submit our free consultation form.
Determination of Wrongful Death Damages
There are many factors that have to be considered when valuing a wrongful death claim. The decedent’s life will be evaluated in regard to their:
contributions in the past
life expectancy at the time of wrongful death
health, age, habits, talents, and success
occupation
past earnings
future earning capacity and prospects of advancement
In addition to considering the lost contributions of the decedent, other areas that will be examined are:
personal living expenses of spouse and children
legal obligation to support spouse and next of kin, including likelihood the decedent would have fulfilled that obligation
all medical expenses incurred as a result of the injuries causing death
all reasonable expenses incurred for funeral and burial
the probability that the decedent would pay off debts of spouse or next of kin
the counsel, guidance, and aid decedent would have given
the advice, comfort, assistance, and protection the decedent would have given
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Minnesota Statutes, section 573, governs wrongful death cases in Minnesota. It provides that an action to recover damages in a wrongful death case must commence within three (3) years after the date of death, provided that the action is commenced within six (6) years after the wrongful act or omission.
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In 1949, Minnesota was the first state to include a cause of action for the wrongful death of an unborn child. Thirty-four other states have since joined Minnesota in allowing for a suit to be filed in the wrongful death of an unborn child. Wrongful Death of an Unborn Child is not recognized by ten states, including California and New York.
In Minnesota, to bring an action for the wrongful death of an unborn child, the plaintiff’s counsel will have to:
prove the traditional elements of wrongful death
a human death occurred
that death was caused by the wrongful act, negligence, omission of a person or corporation
financial or emotional loss was suffered by the beneficiaries due to the Minnesota wrongful death
must show that the fetus was viable (able to live outside the womb)
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It is grievous to lose a beloved parent or grandparent — especially in a negligent wrongful death tragedy. The wrongful death of an elderly person can cause emotional and financial hardship. The spouse or children will lose companionship and possibly monetary contributions.
The survivors may have been dependent on the pension of the deceased. If survivorship benefits were not in place, a significant amount of money could have been lost due to the death of the loved one.
Courts will frequently take this into account when calculating damages in the wrongful death of an elderly person. Other factors taken into consideration in determining damages are:
loss of companionship
loss of guidance
loss of affection
the age of the decedent
whether the decedent experienced pain and suffering
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Wrongful Death of a Child Laws
It is difficult for the court to quantify the economic loss for the death of a child. There are no wages to consider and a minor child does not usually contribute to the family’s finances. A child contributes in other ways, though. In the state of Minnesota, parents can recover for the loss of the child’s companionship and affection.
Parents who can recover for the death of a child include:
the child’s mother
the child’s acknowledged father
the child’s adoptive parents
legal guardians
An adult child is a different circumstance. When an adult child suffers a wrongful death, the parents have a beneficiary claim if the adult child had been contributing money to the parents’ household or providing valuable services to the parents. In addition, the parents can file a pecuniary loss claim. Pecuniary loss includes loss of advice, care, comfort, and companionship. Whether the adult child was married can affect the parents’ right to file a wrongful death claim.
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Aspects of Wrongful Death Case
Three criteria has to be met to establish a wrongful death. They are:
a human death occurred
that death was caused by the wrongful act, negligence, omission of a person or corporation
financial or emotional loss was suffered by the beneficiaries due to the Minnesota wrongful death
In order to prove fault in a wrongful death case, witness supported evidence is necessary.The evidence presented by the plaintiff must be sufficient and compelling to convince the judge or jury to rule favorably. Witnesses must be willing to testify. Then they need to relate exactly what they saw or heard pertaining to the death. Physical evidence will be gathered, including:
medical reports
corroborative witness testimonies
police reports
Expert witness evidence can be invaluable to further explain issues that may not be obvious or discernible to the judge or jury.Expert witnesses are often used in product liability, vehicle safety, and workplace safety cases.
Potential damages evidence has to be presented to prove to the judge or jury that a recovery is just and fitting. Some documentation that is beneficial:
bank records
business sales journals
business profit and loss reports
employer records
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Following are the State of Minnesota Statutes pertaining to Minnesota Wrongful Death:
573.01 Survival of Causes
A cause of action arising out of an injury to the person dies with the person of the party in whose favor it exists, except as provided in section 573.02. All other causes of action by one against another, whether arising on contract or not, survive to the personal representatives of the former and against those of the latter.
History: (9656) RL s 4502; 1941 c 440; 1967 c 158 s 1; 1983 c 243 s 4; 1983 c 347 s 1
573.02 Action for Death by Wrongful Act; Survival of Actions
Subdivision 1. Death action.
When death is caused by the wrongful act or omission of any person or corporation, the trustee appointed as provided in subdivision 3 may maintain an action therefor if the decedent might have maintained an action, had the decedent lived, for an injury caused by the wrongful act or omission. An action to recover damages for a death caused by the alleged professional negligence of a physician, surgeon, dentist, hospital or sanitarium, or an employee of a physician, surgeon, dentist, hospital or sanitarium shall be commenced within three years of the date of death, but in no event shall be commenced beyond the time set forth in section 541.076. An action to recover damages for a death caused by an intentional act constituting murder may be commenced at any time after the death of the decedent. Any other action under this section may be commenced within three years after the date of death provided that the action must be commenced within six years after the act or omission. The recovery in the action is the amount the jury deems fair and just in reference to the pecuniary loss resulting from the death, and shall be for the exclusive benefit of the surviving spouse and next of kin, proportionate to the pecuniary loss severally suffered by the death. The court then determines the proportionate pecuniary loss of the persons entitled to the recovery and orders distribution accordingly. Funeral expenses and any demand for the support of the decedent allowed by the court having jurisdiction of the action, are first deducted and paid. Punitive damages may be awarded as provided in section 549.20.
If an action for the injury was commenced by the decedent and not finally determined while living, it may be continued by the trustee for recovery of damages for the exclusive benefit of the surviving spouse and next of kin, proportionate to the pecuniary loss severally suffered by the death. The court on motion shall make an order allowing the continuance and directing pleadings to be made and issues framed as in actions begun under this section.
Subdivision 2. Injury action.
When injury is caused to a person by the wrongful act or omission of any person or corporation and the person thereafter dies from a cause unrelated to those injuries, the trustee appointed in subdivision 3 may maintain an action for special damages arising out of such injury if the decedent might have maintained an action therefor had the decedent lived.
Subdivision 3. Trustee for action.
Upon written petition by the surviving spouse or one of the next of kin, the court having jurisdiction of an action falling within the provisions of subdivisions 1 or 2, shall appoint a suitable and competent person as trustee to commence or continue such action and obtain recovery of damages therein. The trustee, before commencing duties shall file a consent and oath. Before receiving any money, the trustee shall file a bond as security therefor in such form and with such sureties as the court may require.
Subdivision 4. Applicability.
This section shall not apply to any death or cause of action arising prior to its enactment, nor to any action or proceeding now pending in any court of the state of Minnesota, except, notwithstanding section 645.21, this section shall apply to any death or cause of action arising prior to its enactment which resulted from an intentional act constituting murder, and to any such action or proceeding now pending in any court of the state of Minnesota with respect to issues on which a final judgment has not been entered.
History: (9657) RL s 4503; 1911 c 281 s 1; 1935 c 325 s 1; 1943 c 538 s 1; 1951 c 697 s 1; 1955 c 407 s 1; 1957 c 712 s 1; 1965 c 837 s 1; 1967 c 158 s 2; 1971 c 43 s 1; 1973 c 717 s 30; 1978 c 593 s 1; 1983 c 347 s 2,3; 1986 c 444; 2002 c 403 s 6
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In general, a wrongful death claim is one in which it is alleged that the death of a person was caused by the negligent conduct of another. The relatives, dependents, or beneficiaries of the deceased may bring a beneficiary claim against the responsible party or parties. The claim is filed with the intent of recovering expenses in the absence of the decedent. If you have questions about Wrongful Death Beneficiary Claims, call one of our knowledgeable attorneys at 612-362-0000 or submit our contact form.
Eligible Beneficiaries
Primary beneficiaries are the spouse and any blood relatives, including those formally adopted. In Minnesota, the parents of the deceased person may also be designated as beneficiaries. In cases where there is more than one beneficiary, the damages will be distributed between those beneficiaries.
Eligible Beneficiary Compensation
The basis for the claim is not about the damages to the deceased, but the resultant loss for the surviving spouse, family members, or parents. The losses include most factors that place burdens on the survivors or beneficiaries, including:
loss of salary
loss of health benefits
pain and suffering
funeral and burial expenses
Then there are pecuniary damages that can be included in the claim. They are:
loss of services
loss of protection
loss of care
loss of companionship
loss of advice
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Broken Scapula Injury
The scapula (shoulder blade) is a mobile, triangular-shaped bone. It is protected by an intricate system of muscles and cartilage. The scapula is seldom broken. Scapula fractures account for less than 1% of all broken bones.
Scapular fractures are caused by direct, high-intensity trauma. If there was enough force to break the scapula, 3 out of 4 victims will also sustain injuries to the chest wall, lungs, and / or shoulder joint.
Common causes of broken shoulder blades include the following:
A broken scapula needs to be immobilized and then evaluated and treated at the hospital because it can be accompanied by severe, potentially life-threatening injuries. Surgery may be required for some scapula fractures. An orthopedic specialist may need to be consulted to determine the course of treatment.
Physical therapy is critical to avoid a frozen shoulder. The exercises are designed to improve the range of motion. Begin limited use of your shoulder right away. Passive stretching exercises should be continued until complete range of motion returns. This may take 6 months to 1 year.
Without treatment, a broken scapula can result in chronic shoulder pain and disability.
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Bicycle Recalls for Minnesota and the U.S
Bicycles are dangerous enough without the added danger of riding a bicycle with defective parts or design. Here is a list of some recent recalls:
Cannondale, Norco and Trek Bicycle Recalls: Crash Hazard from Defective Suspension Fork
More than 21,000 Cannondale, Norco, and Trek bicycles have been recalled because they may contain a defective suspension fork, which could lead to a crash and bicycle accident injuries. The suspension forks were all manufactured and supplied by the same company, JD Components. The JD suspension forks may lose alignment, making the front wheel to turn suddenly. If this happens, the rider may lose control and have a serious bicycle accident.There are 16,000 2009 Trek bicycles included in this recall, including models: 7300, 7300WSD, and 7500 bicycles. According to the CPSC, the suspension forks contain the words Bontrager SPA printed on them. (In 2008, 4,900 Trek MT220 girl’s bicycles were recalled due to frame failures that caused at least 13 bicycle accidents and four reports of personal injuries.) For more information, contact Trek at (800) 382-2453.
There are 3,600 Norco bicycles, including models: 2007 Team DH, 2008 Team DH, Aline Park, Aline, Atomik, Shore 1,2,3, and 2009 Atomik (without gussets) models. The model name should be printed on the top tube of each bike.
There are 1,600 Cannondale Adventure bicycle recall, including models: 2008 Cannondale Adventure 2, Adventure 3, Adventure 2 Feminine, and Adventure 3 Feminine bicycles. The model names are printed on the frame. The forks have Cannondale AT35 adventure trail printed on them. For more information, contact Cannondale at (800) 245-3872 (BIKEUSA).
The Cannondale, Norco and Trek bicycle recall notices were posted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on May 19, 2009. Owners of any of these recalled bicycles should immediately stop using them and contact a dealer for free repairs.
Giant Bicycle Recall: Carbon Road Forks
Giant Bicycle voluntarily recalled about 2,400 Giant bicycle forks on 2001 bicycles. The carbon-fiber forks were on: Giant TCR Team, TCR 0, TCR 1, TCR 2, and OCR 1 bicycles and framesets (the unassembled frame and fork). If these forks break during use, the rider may lose control, fall, and sustain serious injury.STOP riding the bicycle immediately. Take the bike to your nearest Giant Authorized Dealer for a free inspection, and, if necessary, fork replacement. To determine if your fork is part of this recall or for more information, call Giant Bicycle at (800) 874-4268 between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.
Saris Cycling Recall: 2,000 Bicycle Trainers
On January 23, 2009, Saris Cycling Group, a Madison manufacturer of bicycle racks and stationary bikes, announced a voluntary recall of 2,000 stationary bike trainers because they may pose a falling hazard to users. A handle pin on the bicycle trainer can loosen during use, allowing the machine to become disengaged. No injuries have been reported.The recalled trainers are a stationary frame that allows bicycles to be converted into stationary bikes. The recalled models include: CycleOps Pro Series Trainer models 9014 (SuperMagneto Pro), 9331 (JetFluid Pro), 9460 (PowerBeam Pro), 9321 (JetFluid Pro Winter Training Kit), and 9322 (SuperMagneto Pro Winter Training Kit) without the secondary locking pin.Consumers should contact Saris Cycling Group at (800) 783-7257 to receive a replacement trainer.
Specialized Bike Components Recalls
on Apr 22, 2009, Specialized Bike Components Inc. of Morgan Hill, California issued two bike recalls because of fall hazards. Several riders have sustained serious injuries when they have fallen from the recalled bikes, according to the recall notice.
The first recall involves HL handlebars on the following 2009 Specialized bicycles: Cross Trail Comp, Myka HT Comp, Myka HT Elite, Rockhopper, Rockhopper Comp, and Rockhopper Comp 29. The model number of the HL handlebar is ALR-13 NTFOV and is located underneath the right hand grip of the handlebar. The recall includes nearly 14,000 bikes.There have been two reports of the handlebar breaking during use, one of which caused a rider to suffer head trauma which resulted in unconsciousness. Consumers should stop riding these bicycles and contact a Specialized Bike Components dealer for a free replacement handlebar.
The second recall involves 3,000 2004 Roubaix Comp and Roubaix Pro bicycles. The cable stop on the bicycle can loosen, which can result in the rider losing control and falling from the bike. Two falls have been reported, both resulted in fractures requiring medical attention and surgery.Only bicycles with a single rivet fastening the cable stop to the frame are subject to recall. The model names of the recalled bicycles are on the top tube of the bicycles. Consumers should stop using their bicycle and contact a Specialized authorized dealer for an approved repair, at no cost to consumer. For more information call toll-free at (877) 808-8154 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday, or go to the website at www.specialized.com.
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It is critical to contact a Minnesota Bicycle Accident Attorney promptly following a bicycle accident injury so that evidence can be gathered from the scene. Once hired, we immediately get to work:
We take pictures at the scene, including evidence of road conditions, skid marks, lane markings, signage, and the the vehicles (if possible).
We check for MN Dot traffic cameras and get the footage to further support the accident evidence.
We interview all of the witnesses.
We check the bicycle for defective design or defective manufacturing.
We consult with medical experts about your injuries and long-term prognosis.
We consult with bicycle experts to get their interpretation of how road condition, weather condition, speed of the car / bicycle factored into the accident.
How You Can Help to Build Your Bicycle Accident Case
You are an integral part of your bicycle accident case. You need to write down everything you remember leading up to the accident and any part of the accident you remember. Write down the names of witnesses and any insurance information you acquire. ALL OBSERVATIONS ARE IMPORTANT! Ask yourself:
Were there any animals in the vicinity just before the bicycle accident?
Was there any debris on the road anywhere near the bicycle accident?
Was it a bright, sunny day?
Was it extremely noisy?
How much traffic was there? (include pedestrian traffic, motor vehicle traffic, and bicycle traffic)
Were there braking noises at the time of the accident?
How fast were you traveling at the time of your accident?
You need to see a doctor as soon as possible. You may feel fine initially, but head injuries and spinal injuries may take time to present and may lead to deteriorating health.
DO NOT talk to anyone about the accident, except police officers. DO NOT sign any papers without seeking legal advise from a Minnesota Bicycle Accident Injury Attorney, you could jeopardize your case and significantly reduce your settlement.
Compensation in a Minnesota Bicycle Accident Injury Case
According to the Minnesota No Fault Act, a bicyclist injured in a collision with a motor vehicle is entitled to receive up to $20,000 in medical expenses and $20,000 in wage loss benefits. If it is established that the driver of the motor vehicle was at fault, the injured bicyclist has the right to bring a claim against the driver for property damage, loss of enjoyment of leisure activities, and pain and suffering.
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