Bed and pressure sores are often caused because of the negligence of a doctor, nurse or caretaker, and thousands of Michigan residents suffer from them every year. If you or a loved one suffers from bed or pressure sores that were caused by a third party, you may be entitled to compensation.
According to Michigan’s statute of limitations, a victim has only a short time to file his or her bed or pressure sore injury case. Unfortunately, many Michigan residents never realize that they were entitled to some type of compensation for their bed sores, or they wait too long and run out of time to file their claim.
Pressure and bed sores can turn into serious, life-threatening illnesses. Skin can become so damaged that it never heals, and the muscle, tissue and bone below the sores can deteriorate. The damaged skin and tissue can become inflamed and infected. Bed and pressure sores can heal incorrectly and cause pain for years afterward…sometimes for life. That’s why most legal experts advise that you take action now. The compensation you may receive can be upwards of $100,000 or more, depending on your bed sore injury.
Pressure and bed sore treatment includes making sure your medical bills are properly addressed. Receive a FREE CASE EVALUATION today from some of the most knowledgeable and experienced Michigan attorneys.
Bed Sore Prevention
There are thousands of people in the state of Michigan who unnecessarily suffer from bed and pressure sores. Bed and pressure sores unfortunately affect the elderly and the invalid. They occur because patients are not moved or cleaned frequently enough. What most people don’t know is that bed and pressure sores are completely preventable.
Make sure you or your loved one receives proper care which includes frequently changing positions and following a strict cleaning regiment. These injuries can cause life-long pain and reduced mobility, and treatment can be very costly. Contact a personal injury attorney immediately.
Thousands of California residents suffer through pressure sores, more commonly known as bed sores, every day. Being on bed rest is hard enough without bed sores. If you have suffered bed sores, you may be entitled to compensation.
According to California’s statute of limitations, a victim has only a short amount of time, two years at the most, to file his or her personal injury case. Unfortunately, many California residents never realize that they were entitled to some type of compensation, or they wait too long and run out of time to file their claim.
Pressure sores can be disheartening. They often occur when you are trying your best to recover from another injury you sustained. They can lead to higher medical bills and a longer recovery time. Statistics show that the sooner victims contact a personal injury attorney, the sooner and more likely they will receive compensation—sometimes upwards of $75,000 or more. Receive a FREE CASE EVALUATION today from some of the most knowledgeable and experienced California attorneys.
Pressure Sore Settlements
Pressure sores can cause a longer recovery time, tremendous discomfort, and appearance-altering scars. Unfortunately, many people do not understand that these sores are preventable. They are often caused because nurses and other caregivers don’t maintain a clean, sanitary environment, the patient is not bathed properly or often enough, and existing sores aren’t treated appropriately.
It is important to work closely with a lawyer to file your pressure sore injury claim. Claims can be filed for personal pain, lost wages and work time, medical bills, or emotional damage. Pressure sore lawyers are specialists in personal injury law and will work quickly to investigate your case and help you seek compensation.
If you’ve suffered a body or limb injury, there is a good chance that you are entitled to compensation. Because body and limb injuries often impair victims’ ability to work and even care for themselves, these injuries can receive hefty sums as compensation.
Have you suffered a body and/or limb injury?
These injuries can happen in a number of ways, from auto accidents to sports accidents to job site accidents- any situation in which the body or limbs is being struck, twisted, crushed, or wrenched. The symptoms of these injuries can be easy or very difficult to spot:
Compound fractures or dislocations
Severed limbs or body parts
Cracked bones
Sprains, strains, or torn muscles
Internal muscle or organ damage
What are the results of body and limb injuries?
In nearly all cases, body and limb injuries mean the victim loses some use of their body or limbs, temporarily or permanently. A broken bone can often equal time lost from work and, if the injury is severe enough, a stay in the hospital and a lengthy rehabilitation. A severed limb can result in a loss of work, significant emotional trauma, and months with a physical therapist. Of course, this means massive medical bills and loss of income.
What should you do if you have a body and limb injury?
After first getting primary medical care, contact a legal professional. Many attorneys specialize in obtaining compensation for body and limb injury victims and will give you a free case consultation.
Pressure sores are caused when someone is left lying or sitting in one position for an extended period of time. Pressure sores are damaged areas of the skin that can develop serious and life-threatening infections. People most likely to develop pressure sores include people who are elder, paralyzed, obese, comatose or bedridden because of recent surgery or illness. Pressure sores usually form on joints such as elbows, ankles and hips, as well as backs and heels. Pressure sores are preventable.
Pressure sores can be prevented if:
The skin is kept clean and dry.
The position of the patient is changed at least every two hours.
Pillows are used to decrease pressure in sensitive areas.
The patient eats healthy meals and gets daily exercise.
The likelihood of developing pressure sores increases if the person has fragile skin, is malnourished or has urinary or bowel incontinence. A pressure sore can begin looking like a rash, and then it can develop into a blister and then an open sore. In some cases, the sore can develop into a hole in the body that damages muscles and bones.
If a pressure sore develops, follow these steps to reduce further injury:
·Relieve the pressure by adding pillows or moving the patient
·Keep the pressure off that area for as long as it takes to heal
·Assess and improve the patient’s nutritional inadequacies
·Keep the injury clean
·Do not rub the affected area in order to avoid further damage
If the affected area has developed into an open pressure sore or worse, contact a doctor immediately. Avoiding infection is top priority. Infections are noticeable by their foul smell, redness and tenderness, warmth or swelling around the area, or if the patient develops a fever. Contact a personal injury attorney, because all pressure sores can be prevented. Pressure sores often occur when a patient is not being cared for properly.
Please Wait. Validating ...
Your personal information will be submitted to our offices. All information is confidential Thank you for your inquiry
Please Wait. Validating ...
