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Friday, January 7, 2011
Amputation Injuries
An amputation is the loss of a body part, or its forced removal. These injuries are often caused by trauma, such as a fall, motor vehicle accident, or workplace accident involving machinery. Amputation injuries are more common than many people believe with about one in every 200 Americans having had an amputation.
Types of Amputations
There are two types of amputations: partial and complete. A partial amputation occurs when your appendage tissue is partially severed, and your limb remains attached. The entire appendage is cut off in a complete amputation. In both types of amputation injuries, it may be possible to reattach the limb or body part. If you have suffered an amputation, our Michigan personal injury lawyers can assess your claim, and determine its potential and strength.
Accidents that may require an amputation can occur anywhere, but the most common include:
- At the workplace of a dangerous job
- On a hazardous construction site
- On the road, in a motor vehicle accident (especially motorcycle accidents)
- At home, due to a defective piece of machinery, appliance or other product
- While playing a high-risk sport or recreational activity
Affected Limbs in Amputation Injuries
Lower limbs are the most common limbs to be affected by amputation. Statistics reveal that 90% of all amputations are that of the lower limbs.
Fingers and hands are also prone to amputation when caught in defective machinery and the like. In some cases, arms may be amputated at the elbow or higher based on the extent of the injury sustained.
If you have suffered an injury that resulted in an amputation, please contact the Michigan personal injury lawyers at Jay Trucks & Associates, PC today to discuss your case during your free consultation. We serve clients in Flint Saginaw Traverse City , Michigan
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