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Amputations

 

Amputation is the separation of a limb or other body part from the main area of the body. The amputation of any part of the body is distressing and can cause mental anguish for the victim and the victim’s family. An amputation can occur due to an accident or the negligence of a medical professional.

Causes of amputations include:

• Car accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Work related accidents
• Construction accidents
• Medical malpractice

 

The two types of amputation are partial amputation and complete amputation. Partial amputation results in the remaining attachment of part of the appendage or limb that was amputated. Complete amputation results in the entire removal of the appendage or limb.

 

Parts of the body that may be amputated are:

• Arms
• Hands
• Fingers
• Legs
• Feet
• Toes
• Nose
• Ears

 

Traumatic amputation often occurs during or immediately following an accident like a vehicle accident. There are many signs that an amputation may be needed. Some of these signs are:

• Relentless pain
• Blood loss
• Nerve damage
• Shock
• Severely damaged muscles or tendons
• Crushed bones or skin

 

Traumatic amputation may result in the wrongful death of the victim. This is especially difficult for loved ones. Accidents happen without the least bit of warning and are usually the result of someone else’s negligence. You may be entitled to compensation if you or a loved on has suffered from an amputation or if you have lost a loved one in an accident.

 

Getting Compensation for Your Amputation

 

Losing one of your limbs is devastating and can leave you confused and not knowing what to do. Our New York personal injury lawyers are here to help you through this difficult time. We will fight for you so you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries. You may be entitled to compensation for:

• Hospital stays
• Physical therapy
• Medication prescriptions
• At-home nursing care
• Massage therapy
• Wheelchairs
• Assisted living
• Prosthetics
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of income

 

If you have been injured and suffered an amputation, please contact our accident attorneys at Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C. to schedule a consultation about your amputation case. We are here to help clients in and around New York City, Bronx, Brooklyn, Long Island, Queens, and Manhattan, New York.

 

 

 

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