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Broken Bones 

$6 MILLION

A 44-year-old veteran became paraplegic after a fall through a faulty stair railing. The case settled for $6 million shortly before trial, one of Virginia’s largest settlements in 2022.

$2.5 MILLION

Recovery for wrongful death survivors from auto accident case.

$1.275 MILLION

Our client suffered a severe ankle fracture and developed chronic regional pain syndrome. The case settled for $1 million, plus a $275,000 workers’ comp settlement.

$1,100,000

Recovered for client for injuries in auto accident with combined sources from liability coverage, uninsured motorist coverage, and workers' compensation.

$712,604

Workers Compensation:

Contested claim for mild brain injury and shoulder injury.

$300,000

Federal case against Veteran’s Administration for medical malpractice at V.A. Medical Center. Initial offer of $30,000 prior to filing suit.

$275,000

Workers Compensation:

Full and final settlement for police officer injured in training accident.

$275,000

Our client was injured by two defendants and recovered from four insurance policies. After contested litigation, we secured the full policy limits.

$200,000

Recovery obtained for auto accident that aggravated preexisting arthritis, despite disputed causation and extent of injury.

$175,000

Our client was injured by one defendant, recovering that policy’s limits. Additional coverage from two other policies was identified to secure full settlement value.

$150,000

Workers Compensation:

Contested back and hip claim with disputed wages.

$135,000

Workers Compensation:

Coverage for the claim, impairment rating, and wages were all contested. After mediation, we also secured a reduced Medicare set-aside for future medical costs.

$129,800

Workers Compensation:

Ankle fracture with impairment following surgery.

$125,000

Workers Compensation:

Coverage denied for surgical treatment, travel expenses and future medical costs. Impairment rating for disability contested.

$100,000

Policy limit recovery for bicycle accident.

Broken Bones Lawyer in Hampton

Broken bones rank among the most excruciating injuries you can experience. The sharp crack of bone, followed by waves of intense pain, can immediately upend your life. Whether your injury stems from a car accident or a slip and fall, understanding your options for legal compensation becomes crucial for your recovery. At Hampton Injury Law, we recognize that broken bone injuries extend far beyond the initial trauma. These injuries often require ongoing medical treatment and can result in permanent complications that affect your quality of life for years to come. Our lawyer helps you seek the compensation you deserve.

What Causes Broken Bone Injuries?

Broken bones occur when external force exceeds your bone’s ability to withstand pressure. The severity of your fracture often depends on the amount of force applied and your bone’s condition at the time of impact.

Common causes of broken bone injuries include:

  • Motor vehicle accidents involving cars, trucks or motorcycles
  • Slip and fall accidents on wet floors or uneven surfaces
  • Defective product accidents

Understanding Different Types of Bone Fractures

Not all broken bones heal the same way. Medical professionals classify fractures based on their pattern, severity and whether the bone pierces through your skin.

The main types of bone fractures include:

  • Stable fractures: Bone tips remain only slightly displaced
  • Transverse fractures: Clean breaks that run horizontally across the bone
  • Oblique fractures: Diagonal breaks that occur at an angle
  • Comminuted fractures: Severe breaks where bone shatters into three or more pieces
  • Open or compound fractures: Broken bone pierces through skin

Open fractures pose the greatest immediate danger because they expose the bone and surrounding tissue to bacteria, dramatically increasing the risk of infection.

Serious Complications That Can Develop

Many people mistakenly believe that broken bones simply require a cast and heal completely within a few months. Unfortunately, severe fractures can lead to lifelong complications that inhibit your daily activities and overall quality of life.

Potential complications include:

  • Malunion: Your bone heals incorrectly, often at an angle or in a shortened position
  • Nonunion: Your bone fails to heal properly due to infection or poor blood flow
  • Osteomyelitis: A dangerous bone infection requiring immediate medical intervention
  • Nerve injury: Bone fragments damage nearby nerves, causing numbness or weakness
  • Avascular necrosis: Loss of blood supply leads to bone tissue death

Why You Need Both Medical and Legal Support

Recovering from a serious broken bone injury demands comprehensive care that addresses both your physical healing and financial security. While your medical team focuses on repairing your bone and managing complications, an experienced personal injury attorney protects your legal rights and fights for fair compensation.

Broken bone injuries often result in substantial medical expenses, including emergency room treatment, surgery, hospital stays, physical therapy and ongoing medical care. Lost wages from missed work can create additional financial strain during an already difficult time.

Types of Compensation Available in Virginia

If another person’s negligence caused your broken bone injury, Virginia law allows you to seek compensation. Understanding what compensation you may be entitled to helps you avoid accepting an inadequate settlement offer.

Available damages in Virginia broken bone cases include:

  • Medical expenses: Current and future costs for treatment, surgery and rehabilitation
  • Lost wages: Income you’ve already lost due to your inability to work
  • Future earning capacity: Limited ability to earn income due to permanent limitations
  • Pain and suffering: Reimbursement for suffering and emotional trauma
  • Permanent impairment: Additional compensation if your injury causes lasting disability

The total value of your case depends on factors such as the severity of your fracture, required medical treatment, impact on your ability to work and degree of permanent impairment.

Support Your Recovery and Rights

Broken bone injuries require immediate medical attention and prompt legal action to protect your interests. While you focus on healing, an experienced attorney can investigate your accident, identify liable parties and build a strong case.At Hampton Injury Law, we understand that every broken bone case presents unique challenges. That’s why we provide personalized attention as we pursue the best possible outcome for your specific situation. Contact us today for a case examination.

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Personal Injury FAQ

Do not accept the first settlement offer without speaking to an experienced personal injury attorney. Initial offers are often far below the actual value of your case, and professional guidance can help you work towards the compensation you truly deserve. Insurance companies count on victims accepting quick settlements before they learn the full extent of their injuries and future needs.

Commercial truck accidents often involve more complex liability issues and higher insurance coverage limits, which can result in larger potential settlements but also more aggressive defense tactics. These cases may involve multiple parties, including the truck driver, trucking company and insurance carriers, requiring a thorough investigation into the incident.

An attorney can protect your interests when dealing with insurance adjusters. Adjusters may try to get you to admit fault or speculate about details that could harm your case. By having an attorney handle communication, you ensure that only accurate, necessary information is shared, reducing the risk of statements being misused against you. This approach helps safeguard your claim and increases the chances of a favorable outcome.

Some injuries, particularly soft tissue injuries or traumatic brain injuries, may not manifest symptoms immediately after an accident. If you notice any symptoms following an accident, seek medical attention as soon as you can and maintain detailed records of your condition, as delayed onset injuries can still be part of your personal injury claim.

The value of your case depends on the extent of your injuries, current and future medical needs, pain and suffering, lost wages and the degree of negligence by the at-fault party. Our experienced attorney uses proven methods to calculate the whole extent of your damages and fight for maximum possible compensation.

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D. C.

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Jan Hoen represented my husband and me when a careless driver hit us, and we found him to be very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. Our son also won a personal injury case with Jan Hoen representing him. This is his field of expertise, and he shines! I highly recommend him as a Personal Injury Attorney.

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I have worked with Jan as a fellow personal injury attorney in the area for many years. He is very good, well respected, and takes care of his clients. Even though he is a competitor, I do not hesitate to recommend him and his firm for personal injury cases and civil litigation.

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I can honestly recommend Mr. Hoen and his staff. Any questions you have get answered very professionally, and everybody is very kind. Mr. Hoen goes the extra mile to get you what you deserve. I hope I don’t need a Lawyer again soon, but I will choose the Hampton Injury law again if I do.

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Although I have hired Mr. Hoen to handle a legal matter for me personally in the past, I most often work with him through my patients. I have had many opportunities to see how he handles issues that arise for my patients when they have been involved in motor vehicle accidents. And, although he is...

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I have used Mr. Hoen’s services on two occasions, and on both occasions, his services were superb! He was able anytime I needed and always eager to answer any questions I had. He also was very compassionate towards my situation and always made sure I was doing well before/after my case.

Donna

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Attorney Hoen is very professional and easy to deal with. He worked hard on our cases and was successful in winning for us. I highly recommend him.

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Mr. Hoen is a great attorney, and I would recommend him to anyone. Anytime I had a question, he would reassure me and answer my questions. The staff is very friendly and helpful. After all my daughter and I had been through, I couldn’t ask for better people by our side. Thank you so much,...

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Mr. Hoen and his staff helped me very much with my legal issue. I highly recommend the services of Hampton Injury Law if you need legal representation.

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