Charles Bryan Alred, PC

Broken bones are a common car accident injury because of the extreme force that a sudden impact exerts on the bones. And with more than 200 bones in the human body, there are hundreds of different ways your bones can be broken (or even crushed) in a car crash. Here are eight different types of breaks that can occur in an accident:

1. Torus fracture.

2. Greenstick fracture.

3. Stress fracture.

4. Transverse fracture.

5. Oblique fracture.

6. Avulsion fracture.

7. Compound fracture.

8. Comminuted fracture.

Keep in mind that fractures don’t always happen singularly. You can experience multiple types of fractures in a single car accident.

What Damages Am I Entitled to If I Break Any Bones in a Car Accident?

You have a right to compensation for your medical expenses, including emergency room visits, medication, surgery, follow-up appointments and physical therapy, but only if you are less than 50 percent at fault for the accident.

Under Oklahoma law, if your own negligence contributes to your injuries then your damages may be reduced proportionately. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you prove that the accident was not your fault and help you recover the maximum amount of damages possible.

Also keep in mind that personal injury claims are time-sensitive. Your personal injury lawsuit must be brought within two years of the accident.

While Oklahoma does not cap what you can recover for medical expenses, the law does place a $350,000 cap on what you can recover for pain and suffering and other noneconomic damages.