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A fractured pelvis is a serious injury that can happen on the job and often requires a long recovery. The pelvis is the large, bowl-shaped bone structure located at the base of the spine. It supports the spine and connects to the legs, making it essential for walking, sitting, and standing. When the pelvis is broken or cracked, it can be extremely painful and limit your ability to move or work. Basically it messes up your whole life. It’s an injury to take very seriously.
A fractured pelvis is usually caused by a strong impact. In the workplace, this can happen from a fall from a height, such as from a ladder or scaffolding. It can also occur during a car or truck accident while driving for work, or from being struck by heavy machinery or equipment. Even a slip and fall on a hard surface can lead to a pelvic fracture. And of course it happens in odd and unexpected ways too. One client years ago fractured their pelvis when they slipped getting out of the bathtub on a work trip.
Certain jobs do come with a higher risk for this type of injury even though it can happen to anyone. Construction workers, truck drivers, warehouse employees, delivery workers, and anyone working in jobs that involve heavy lifting or climbing are more likely to suffer a fractured pelvis while on the job.
Treatment for a fractured pelvis depends on how severe the break is. In minor cases, rest, pain management, and limited movement may be enough to recover. More serious fractures may require surgery to repair the bones and months of physical therapy. During recovery, it’s common to be unable to work for weeks or even months, and some workers may not return to the same job duties as before.
If you’ve suffered a fractured pelvis on the job, an experienced workers compensation lawyer is needed. The longer you are expected to be out for, the more likely it is that the insurance company will try to find a way to deny or delay your claim. We can help you get the benefits you deserve. You can focus on your recovery. It doesn’t cost anything up front to hire a lawyer. We will do whatever we can to maximize any settlement for you. A fractured pelvis injury can be worth a lot of money depending on your wages and ultimate recovery.
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