Bicycle Accident Victim with Broken Leg
We believe it’s a great benefit to readers and injured parties to have an idea of the verdicts and settlements that are awarded or negotiated for seriously injured victims. We are very proud to say that in one of our recent settlements, our Hamilton Personal Injury Lawyers have recovered $350,000.00 for a young man hit by a car while riding his bicycle. He suffered a Tibial Plateau Fracture and knee ligament damage, which caused him a tremendous amount of pain, discomfort, and the inability to bear weight for months. He now suffers ongoing symptomatic and functional limitations, which currently interrupt his career plans.
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Why did David suffer a tibial plateau fracture?
Doctors in the case have told our Hamilton Personal Injury Lawyers that David suffered the type of injury because of the way the car bumper hit him while he was riding his bicycle. David was riding his bicycle lawfully on the sidewalk. While crossing the sidewalk, a car turned left into him and put him over the room and onto the ground.
What is a Tibial Plateau Fracture Exactly?
Bicycle accidents and tibial plateau fractures are common because of how cars and trucks hit a bicyclist’s leg on a side impact. A fracture in the shinbone right below the knee is called a proximal tibia fracture. The tibial plateau is a critical load-bearing area of the body. When you break your shinbone right under you, you can end up with problems with knee alignment, stability, motion, bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling and lifting. knee alignment, stability, and motion. Proper treatment is critical for minimizing and reducing the risk of future complications, particularly posttraumatic arthritis.
Why was David’s case settled for $350,000.00?
For a mix of reasons. The insurance company for the at-fault driver recognized David’s potential future complications. The insurance defence lawyer involved was highly experienced. Also, David was a body shop apprentice at a major auto dealership and had a future there. He has no other education to fall back on. He was now in a position in his mid-20s where he had to start over, re-educate and find a job in a field that was sedentary and not physically demanding. It was determined that he would have life-long problems with
- crouching
- Kneeling
- Squatting
- Lifting
- Carrying
- Pulling and
- Pushing anything heavy
It was determined he would never reach pre-injury status. He had problems with stairs and walking distances. He suffers pain daily, required pain injections, continued therapy and overall, was set back in life tremendously.
Lalande Personal Injury Lawyers definitely deserve their 5 stars. Many thanks to Matt and Heather, who took over our wrongful death claim after we discovered our original lawyer had done almost nothing on our claim in nearly two years. Due to their diligent efforts, our claim has now been concluded successfully and satisfactorily. We regret now that we had not considered the reviews of former clients when first choosing our original lawyer. It would have saved us so much stress and time if we had believed the reviews and just made Lalande Personal Injury Lawyers our first choice. – Annette
Do you know someone who has been injured in a bicycle accident?
For the past 15 years, Matt Lalande has been representing victims who suffer serious orthopedic injuries and has recovered reasonable compensation by trial or settlement. You can see a list of verdicts and settlements here. If you or a loved one has suffered a serious orthopedic injury in a bicycle accident, our Hamilton Bicycle Accident Lawyers can help. Please call us at 905-333-8888, fill in a contact form or chat with our live operator, and we will get back to you. Our consultations are free and, indeed, without obligation.
Article FAQ
A tibial plateau fracture is a serious injury to the shinbone below the knee, often caused by side-impact accidents like bicycle accidents. It affects knee alignment, stability, and motion.
The settlement amount was based on the severity of the injury, potential lifelong complications, and the victim’s career setbacks due to the functional limitations caused by the fracture.
Long-term effects include difficulty with crouching, kneeling, squatting, lifting, and carrying heavy objects. Pain, mobility issues, and potential arthritis can persist for life.
Yes, if you suffer a significant injury, like a tibial plateau fracture, you may be entitled to compensation through a lawsuit or settlement. Consult a personal injury lawyer to discuss your options.
A personal injury lawyer can help you navigate the legal process, secure compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and long-term care, and fight for your rights after an accident.