Aurora Broken Bones Injury Lawyer

A broken bone can require surgery, months of rehabilitation, time away from work, and ongoing treatment long after the accident itself. If someone else caused your fracture through negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for those losses.

An Aurora broken bones injury lawyer can investigate how you were hurt, identify the responsible party, document the full effect of your fracture, and deal with the insurance company on your behalf.

Conboy Law represents seriously injured people throughout Aurora and Illinois. Call 312-726-9000 for a free consultation.

How Conboy Law Can Help After a Broken Bones Injury in Aurora

Broken-bone claims can become more complicated than they first appear. Insurers may accept that a fracture occurred while still disputing whether every surgery, rehabilitation expense, period of lost work, or long-term limitation resulted from the accident.

Conboy Law can build the claim around the complete medical and financial impact of the injury.

Our team may:

• Investigate the accident
• Collect photographs, video, reports, and witness statements
• Obtain medical and orthopedic records
• Review imaging such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs
• Document surgery and rehabilitation
• Calculate lost income and future financial losses
• Identify all available insurance coverage
• Handle settlement negotiations
• Prepare the case for trial when necessary

Conboy Law has reported an $800,000 premises-liability settlement involving a broken clavicle and humerus, a $250,000 auto accident settlement involving a compression fracture, and a $2.6 million case involving fractured ribs and a clavicle along with other serious injuries.

Past results do not guarantee a particular outcome, but they show the firm’s experience handling serious injury claims.

How Common Are Broken Bone Injuries in Aurora, IL?

There is no single public database that tracks every broken bone occurring specifically in Aurora. Fractures can result from many different events, including traffic crashes, falls, workplace accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle crashes, and defective property conditions.

Motor vehicle accidents remain a significant source of injury throughout Illinois. IDOT reported 303,913 total crashes in Illinois in 2024, with more than two-thirds of injury crashes occurring on urban roads.

Falls are another major cause of fractures. The CDC reports that falls commonly cause wrist, arm, ankle, and hip fractures, and approximately 319,000 older adults are hospitalized for hip fractures each year nationwide.

These figures are not Aurora-specific fracture counts, but they show how commonly serious fractures can result from everyday accidents.

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What Is My Aurora Broken Bones Injury Case Worth?

There is no standard value for a broken-bone claim. Two people can fracture the same bone but have very different cases depending on treatment and long-term effects.

Important factors include:

• Which bone was broken
• Whether the fracture was displaced or complex
• Whether surgery was required
• Whether hardware such as plates, screws, or rods was implanted
• Length of rehabilitation
• Amount of time missed from work
• Permanent loss of motion or strength
• Future medical treatment
• Scarring
• Pain and limitations
• Strength of the liability evidence
• Available insurance coverage

A simple fracture that heals normally will usually be evaluated differently from a compound fracture requiring several surgeries and leaving permanent impairment.

What Types of Damages Are Available to Broken Bones Injury Victims?

Illinois personal injury claims may include both economic and non-economic damages.

Economic damages can include:

• Emergency medical care
• Hospitalization
• Orthopedic treatment
• Surgery
• Physical therapy
• Medication
• Medical devices
• Future medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Reduced earning capacity

Illinois also recognises non-economic losses such as pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, loss of consortium, and loss of society. The damages available depend on the evidence and circumstances of the individual case.

Can I Recover Damages If I’m Being Blamed for a Broken Bones Injury in Illinois?

Possibly. Illinois follows modified comparative negligence.

If you are 50% or less responsible for the accident, you may still recover compensation, although your damages are reduced according to your percentage of fault. If you are more than 50% responsible, you generally cannot recover damages.

For example, if your damages total $200,000 and you are found 20% responsible, your recovery could be reduced to $160,000.

Insurance companies may try to increase your share of fault to reduce what they pay, making evidence about how the accident occurred especially important.

We’ll Fight to Recover Compensation for All of Your Broken Bone Injuries

Fractures can occur almost anywhere in the body.

Conboy Law can represent people suffering injuries such as:

• Broken arms
• Wrist fractures
• Hand and finger fractures
• Broken legs
• Ankle fractures
• Foot fractures
• Hip fractures
• Pelvic fractures
• Rib fractures
• Clavicle fractures
• Shoulder fractures
• Facial fractures
• Vertebral compression fractures

Some fractures heal with immobilization alone. Others require surgery, internal fixation, extensive rehabilitation, or additional procedures. The claim should account for the actual effect of the injury rather than simply the name of the broken bone.

What Types of Fractures Can Cause Long-Term Problems?

Several complications can increase the seriousness of a fracture claim.

These may include:

Compound Fractures

The broken bone may pierce or communicate with an open wound, increasing the risk of infection and often requiring more complex treatment. These injuries may also involve damage to nearby muscles, nerves, or blood vessels, which can make recovery more difficult.

Displaced Fractures

Bone fragments may move out of alignment and require reduction or surgery. If proper alignment cannot be restored or maintained, the injury may lead to lasting problems with movement, strength, or function.

Comminuted Fractures

The bone breaks into multiple pieces, potentially making repair and recovery more difficult. These fractures may require surgical fixation and can take longer to heal because the bone must reconnect across several fracture lines.

Joint Fractures

Fractures affecting the hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, or wrist may interfere with long-term movement and function. Damage involving the joint surface can also contribute to stiffness, reduced range of motion, or post-traumatic arthritis.

Fractures Requiring Hardware

Plates, screws, pins, or rods may be needed to stabilize the bone. In some cases, additional procedures may later be required. Medical evidence should document these complications and their effect on work and daily life.

What Causes Most Broken Bone Injuries in Aurora, IL?

Fractures can result from many preventable accidents.

Common causes include:

• Car accidents
• Truck crashes
• Motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian collisions
• Bicycle accidents
• Slip and fall accidents
• Unsafe stairs
• Falls on snow or ice
• Construction accidents
• Defective products
• Dog attacks
• Sports or recreational accidents caused by negligence

The cause determines who may be legally responsible.

For example, a traffic crash may involve a negligent driver, while a fall in a store may involve a property owner or business that failed to address a dangerous condition.

Who Can Be Held Responsible for a Broken Bone Injury?

Potential defendants may include:

• Negligent drivers
• Trucking companies
• Employers
• Property owners
• Businesses
• Landlords
• Contractors
• Product manufacturers
• Government entities

More than one party can sometimes share responsibility. A commercial vehicle accident, for example, may involve both the driver and an employer. A construction injury may involve a contractor, property owner, equipment company, or another third party.

Identifying every responsible party can be especially important when medical costs are substantial.

How Do I Prove Negligence After a Broken Bones Injury in Illinois?

Most personal injury cases require evidence showing:

1. The defendant owed you a legal duty.
2. The defendant failed to act with reasonable care.
3. That failure caused your accident.
4. The accident caused your fracture.
5. You suffered damages.

Useful evidence may include:

• Accident reports
• Photographs
• Surveillance video
• Dashcam footage
• Witness testimony
• Medical records
• X-rays and imaging
• Surgical records
• Employment records
• Expert testimony

Medical Evidence Matters

Imaging can establish the fracture itself, but additional evidence may be needed to prove its full effect. Orthopedic notes, operative reports, rehabilitation records, work restrictions, and future treatment recommendations may all help show the value of the claim.

What Should I Do After an Accident That Causes a Broken Bone?

Your first priority should be appropriate medical care.

After that, if possible:

• Report the accident
• Photograph the scene
• Preserve damaged property or clothing
• Obtain witness information
• Keep copies of medical records
• Save bills and receipts
• Document missed work
• Follow medical restrictions
• Avoid posting details of your injury claim online
• Speak with a personal injury lawyer before accepting a final settlement

Do not assume that an early insurance offer accounts for future treatment simply because the fracture has already been diagnosed.

How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Broken Bones Injury in Illinois?

Most Illinois personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years after the cause of action accrues. However, shorter or different deadlines can apply depending on the defendant and circumstances.

Claims involving public entities, medical malpractice, minors, or other special situations may follow different rules. You should also consider the practical evidence deadline. Video may be overwritten, vehicles repaired, dangerous property conditions changed, and witnesses may become harder to locate long before the statutory deadline expires.

Serious Injuries Demand Serious Compensation

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A serious fracture can affect your work, mobility, finances, and daily life long after the initial accident.

If another person or company caused your injury, Conboy Law can investigate what happened, document the full extent of your losses, and pursue the compensation available under Illinois law.

Call 312-726-9000 today for a free consultation with an Aurora broken bones injury lawyer.