A dislocated hip is a serious injury that occurs when the femur (thigh bone) is forced out of its socket in the pelvis (the acetabulum). This can cause intense pain, long recovery times, and in some cases, permanent disability. In…

A dislocated shoulder is a painful injury that occurs when the ball of the upper arm bone (humerus) is forced out of the socket (glenoid) of the shoulder blade. This can result from trauma, such as a fall, car accident,…

An avulsion fracture is a painful injury where a small chunk of bone is pulled away from the main part of the bone by a tendon or ligament under sudden force. In a California personal injury case, an avulsion fracture…

A spiral fracture is a serious type of bone break that happens when a twisting force causes the bone to fracture in a spiral shape, wrapping around the shaft of the bone like a corkscrew. In a California personal injury…

A stress fracture is a small crack or severe bruising within a bone, often caused by repetitive force or overuse—but it can also result from trauma, like a fall or car accident. In a California personal injury case, even though…

A comminuted fracture is a serious and complex bone injury in which the bone shatters into three or more pieces. It typically results from high-impact trauma, such as a car crash, or severe fall. In a California personal injury case,…

A compound fracture — also known as an open fracture — is a serious and traumatic injury where the broken bone pierces through the skin, exposing it to infection and often requiring emergency surgery, extended hospitalization, and long-term rehabilitation. In…

A greenstick fracture is a type of incomplete fracture that most commonly occurs in children because their bones are softer and more flexible than adult bones. In a California personal injury case, a greenstick fracture can arise from falls, car…

A hairline fracture (also known as a stress fracture) is a small but painful crack in a bone that may not be immediately obvious but can still significantly affect daily life, work, and mobility. In California personal injury cases, even…

A broken radius or ulna — the two bones in the forearm — is a serious orthopedic injury that can significantly affect your ability to use your hand, wrist, or arm. In California personal injury cases, fractures of the radius…