Author: Steve Terry

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-TSR-TIME 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, Rich Ruohonen, or Nate Bjerke today at 612-TSR-TIME 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

Minneapolis Calcaneal Fracture Lawyer

Our Minneapolis Calcaneal Fracture lawyers are skilled, aggressive litigators with extensive medical knowledge and a reputation for getting the job done. Call (612) TSR-TIME or submit our contact form.

Crane and construction site accidents can be fatal. If you are injured while operating heavy machinery then you are entitled to workplace compensation. But what does this mean exactly and how much will you get? In many instances, workplace compensation will not pay for all of your medical related costs. Furthermore, you could be out of work for years which is also generally not covered under a workplace compensation claim. What does this mean for you and your family?

Learn about your legal rights when it comes to construction site and crane accidents. You should not have to offer due to someone else’s negligence at the workplace. Make sure you speak to a Minneapolis crane accident lawyer about your options before agreeing to any workplace claim.

How a Lawyer May Be Able To Help

At TSR Injury Law Firm we pride ourselves in being a leading in workplace relation claims. We will handle any workplace relation claims and denials and will ensure that you are adequately compensated for your loss. We take into consideration all aspects of your suffering and financial strife including:

• A loss of income and projected income
• A loss of benefits
• Rehabilitation costs
• Medical expenses and hospital fees
• Costs for surgery and medication
• Costs for a nanny or in home nurse
• And more

Crane and Construction Site Accidents

Cranes are used on most major construction site projects to lift heavy materials. Cranes must be operated by a professional and licensed operator and must be handled and serviced in a safe manner. If not, then a serious personal injury could result. Because of the weight and force of cranes, you could be looking at a major injuries and damage including:

• Serious head related trauma
• Spine and back injuries
• Paralysis and permanent damage
• The inability to take care of yourself anymore

At TSR Injury Law Firm, our Minneapolis personal injury attorneys are able to handle both your workplace related claim as well as a personal injury lawsuit that you may be able to file against the company or the individual responsible for your injury.

In addition to crane related accident, our Minnesota workplace injury lawyers can also help with other construction site injuries and accidents including:

• Scaffolding accidents
• Forklift injuries
• Site debris accidents
• Machinery accidents
• Ladder falls and falls from heights

How We Can Help

Insurance companies are not known for being generous with their money and 9 times out of 10, they will try to offer you must less than you are entitled to.

Our injury lawyers can review your case and offer you the assistance you need. You can be rest assured that you are getting everything you are entitled to when you put your trust in the hands of our competent, experienced and tenacious injury lawyers. Call (612) TSR-TIME for a free initial consultation about your case or submit our free consultation form.

TSR Injury Law is a premier personal injury law firm with extensive experience with traumatic brain injury (TBI) cases resulting from all types of accidents. Our partners have experience with complex traumatic brain injury cases and they have:

• an understanding of the foundation of neuropsychology
• believe in the reliability and validity of the testing
• will zealously advocate for victims of TBI

Call (612) TSR-TIME or submit our free consultation form. We care about you and we can help.

What Is Neuropsychology?

Neuropsychology is the study of brain-behavior relationships. It is aimed at understanding how the brain produces and controls behavior and mental processes, including:

• emotions
• personality
• thinking
• learning
• memory
• problem solving

Neuropsychology is particularly important in cases of “less severe” traumatic brain injury, where damage is not necessarily evident through other tests or imaging. It is a means to show how any damage to the brain alters behavior and interferes with mental and cognitive functions, frequently interfering with self-concept, relationships, and ability to work.

Neuropsychological Testing

In recent years, neuropsychological testing has become a very sophisticated science. Tests that are currently available are reliable, standardized instruments, with the ability to predict accurately in the 80-95% range. Neuropsychological tests are specifically designed tasks used to measure a psychological function known to be linked to a particular brain pathway. A typical examination consists of more than a dozen standardized tests. They are usually administered one-on-one in a quiet office, free from distractions.

Neuropsychological tests provide the most accurate picture of a patient’s cognitive functioning. Ultimately, they provide results that indicate the amount of deviation from base-line norms. Through a comparison of patient responses to established norms, the degree of cognitive impairment can be determined in the following areas:

The neuropsychologist has the responsibility to sort out the factors that influence how the brain is working in order to understand the extent of the injury, whether it will progress, likelihood of recovery, and time of recovery.

Neuropsychological Evaluation (NPE)

In order to assess the patient, the neuropsychologist must have an accurate, extensive overview of their personality and abilities prior to the injury. The evaluation is not limited to the neurological testing but involves review of recent educational records and test scores, medical records, employment evaluations, and interviews with witnesses such as spouses, family members, fellow workers, and teachers to paint a picture of the patient “before and after” the brain injury.

We Are Here To Help

Our partners are skilled, aggressive litigators who can work with the neuropsychologist to establish prior ability and potential. They will then organize the significant findings of the testing and present the case in a persuasive fashion, maximizing the compensation. Call (612) TSR-TIME to speak to a Minneapolis traumatic brain injury lawyer or submit the free contact form on this page and a representative from our firm will be in contact with you shortly.

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Burn Injury Prevention

Thousands of people every year in the United States are treated for serious and potentially life-threatening burn injuries. In fact, burn injuries are one of the leading causes of preventable death in the United States.

However, there are a number of easy safety tips that individuals and families can employ to remain burn free.

Kitchen Safety

Any and all hot items, including food, baking equipment, or kitchen appliances, should be kept as far back on the counter as possible. This way, they are less likely to fall off the edge of the counter and spill. When hot items are left near the edge of the counter, it is also easier for a person to accidentally bump into them or touch them in some manner, resulting in a burn.

If you are carrying a hot object in the kitchen, like a pan or a pot, try to carry it over a counter top as much as possible. This way, should the contents spill out or if the hot pan itself falls, it will land on a counter top and not on you or someone else nearby.

Bathroom Safety

Make sure that any and all electrical appliances (hair dryers, curling irons, straightening irons) are not only turned off when you leave the room, but unplugged as well. By unplugging an item, you can be 100% sure that the item is off and will cool down.

Additionally, when filling up a bathtub or taking a shower, begin by running the cold water and gradually adding hot water bit by bit until the water has reached the temperature you desire. This will help you prevent burns that result from testing water that is too hot.

Contact a Minnesota Burn Injury Attorney

If you or someone you know has suffered from a burn injury, contact the Minneapolis burn injury lawyers of TSR Injury Law today at (612) TSR-TIME to discuss your situation with a legal professional or submit our contact 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) TSR-TIME 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.

A patella fracture most often occurs from a fall onto the kneecap in a sporting accident, bicycle accident, pedestrian accident, or motorcycle accident. Kneecaps can also be fractured when they are twisted or forced into the dashboard in a car crash or truck crash.

Patella Fracture Treatment

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)

Patella Fracture Attorneys

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. To speak to a Minneapolis auto accident lawyer, call (612) TSR-TIME or submit our free contact form. Our attorneys have a stellar reputation for getting the job done.

A brain injury is frightening. You do not know what to expect. Many decisions have to be made, including decisions about taking legal action against the negligent party. It is important to act quickly to protect your legal right to compensation. The medical bills and other expenses will add up quickly. Call a Coup – Contrecoup injury lawyer today, at (612) TSR-TIME, and we will help you through the legal maze. If you prefer, you may submit our free consultation form.

About Coup & Contrecoup Brain Injuries

Coup and contrecoup brain injuries occur when the brain slams into the skull, then ricochets back and forth. They are a form of contusion, in which surrounding blood vessels are damaged or destroyed.

The difference between coup and contrecoup injuries involves the point of impact. Coup injuries occur on the side of the skull which is actually struck, while contrecoup injuries occur on the opposite side as a result of the brain jostling within the skull. An individual with a coup injury may also have a contrecoup injury, and vice versa.

These types of injuries are usually the result of a car accident, bodily assault, or some other form of extreme impact. They are sometimes seen in babies who have been violently shaken.

Coup and contrecoup injuries are extremely serious and usually result in permanent damage. Speech, memory, concentration, coordination, and decision-making may all be affected. In addition, there is a risk of paralysis, depending on the severity of the trauma.

Contact Coup & Contrecoup Brain Injury Lawyer

If you or a family member has suffered a coup or contrecoup injury, due to the negligence of another, contact our Bloomington personal injury lawyers to learn more about your legal options. Our partners are experts in the field of traumatic brain injury. Call (612) TSR-TIME or submit our free consultation form.

If you have suffered a broken clavicle in a slip and fall accident, car accident, or truck accident, you need an experienced Minnesota Personal Injury Attorney to fight for fair compensation. Our partners are skilled, aggressive litigators who have received many awards, including Partner Chuck Slane was named to the prestigious list of Minnesota Top 40 Personal Injury Attorneys. Call (612) TSR-TIME or submit our free consultation form. Help is just a phone call away.

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.

Minneapolis 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 Bloomington 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) TSR-TIME or submit our contact form.