Shoulder Injury Lawyer
The Support of Austin Shoulder Injury Lawyer During Recovery
Whether your shoulder injury happened in a car accident, a workplace incident, or another unfortunate event, an experienced Austin shoulder injury lawyer can help you pursue fair compensation from the person or company responsible. We negotiate with insurance companies and litigate in court when needed, so you can focus on healing while we handle the legal fight.
A shoulder injury is a serious injury, especially a torn rotator cuff, which can happen in a car when the seat belt catches the occupant during the rebound phase of a rear-end crash, or when a motorcyclist lays down their bike to avoid a worse collision. While a shoulder injury isn’t catastrophic in the way a spinal cord injury is, it can take a long time to heal, and treatment usually means extensive physical therapy and sometimes surgery. Because the shoulder is central to so much daily function, many victims can’t return to work until they’re well healed, and the recovery itself can be painful.
In Texas, a personal injury suit generally has to be filed within two years, so thorough documentation of the injury and its future care needs by the treating doctor is essential from the start. If you injure your shoulder, act quickly even if symptoms seem mild – see a doctor, follow the treatment plan, and keep records. Many rotator cuff injuries improve with rest, medication, physical therapy, or injections, but surgery (arthroscopic, mini-open, or open) may be needed for severe tears or if your work or lifestyle depends heavily on shoulder strength.
Why Shoulder Pain Might Appear Later After an Accident
It’s crucial to get checked by a doctor after an accident even if you’re not feeling immediate pain – shoulder pain in particular can surface days or weeks later due to hidden injuries or inflammation. Seeking medical attention promptly protects both your health and your right to compensation, since documented injuries are what a claim is built on.
Beware of Defense Tactics
Defense lawyers and adjusters often argue that a shoulder injury was caused by a person’s occupation rather than the accident, or vice-versa. Some insurance companies blame victims outright – claiming an injury occurred because someone was overweight, for example – when it was in fact the result of someone else’s negligence. Establishing causation clearly, with strong medical documentation, is a fundamental part of a successful shoulder injury case.
Hire an Experienced Austin Shoulder Injury Lawyer
The Traub Law Office, P.C. is committed to obtaining the compensation our clients need and deserve, including:
- Medical bills
- Therapy and rehabilitation
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
We’ve represented clients with herniated disks and shoulder injuries resulting from motor vehicle and motorcycle crashes. If we take your case, you won’t owe any attorneys’ fees unless there’s a settlement or verdict in your favor.
To speak to an Austin shoulder injury lawyer today, call (512) 246-9191 or fill in the form to contact us.