Los Angeles Knee Injury Lawyer

Every year, millions of Americans are treated for mild to serious knee injuries, including sprains, dislocations, fractures, ligament and cartilage tears. Some of the more debilitating injuries involve motor vehicle crashes and fall accidents. While certain knee injuries can be treated with rest, compression, braces, injections or targeted exercises, others will require invasive surgery and months of rehabilitation.

The knee is the body’s largest joint, making it susceptible to serious injuries that can impair mobility for months. Important structures like bones, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage can easily be damaged, leaving victims in excruciating pain and unable to walk. 

According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the most common knee injuries include fractures, torn ligaments, bursitis, dislocations, and sprains. While knee injuries can happen in a variety of circumstances, workplace and vehicle accidents caused by negligence account for a large majority. 

Los Angeles knee injury lawyers 

At Ellis Law, our Los Angeles accident lawyers liaise with top-notch health care providers and can help victims get expert medical care for debilitating knee injuries. Our legal team is well-versed in soft tissue and orthopedic injuries stemming from construction site accidents, high-speed motorcycle crashes, slips/falls, sporting injuries, car accidents, and large truck collisions. 

We routinely handle personal injury cases that result in traumatic orthopedic injuries and are familiar with the surgery, physical therapy, medications, and rehabilitation that clients may require. If you believe that your knee injury was caused – either wholly or partially – by the negligence of another person, it’s in your best interest to seek legal representation as quickly as possible. 

You don’t have to suffer alone, or even worse, pay the price for another’s reckless actions. Our seasoned litigators know how to negotiate and achieve the best possible settlement for your knee injury.  

Symptoms of a knee injury 

A prompt medical evaluation is the best way to ensure knee injuries are properly diagnosed. After any sudden blow or trauma to the knee, use the RICE method — rest, ice, compression, and elevation – until you can get to a doctor. 

Some of the most tell-tale signs of a knee injury are sudden onset pain combined with swelling. If you hear a popping noise at the time of the accident, this is another cause for concern, as it might imply a torn ligament or tendon.   

Other symptoms of a knee injury include stiffness, limited range of motion, or the sensation that the joint is ‘locking up.’   

Knee injuries explained 

Most knee injuries are caused by high-force impacts that can damage multiple components and structures. 

• Knee fractures – Falls from heights and motor vehicle crashes account for a number of knee fractures to the patella or knee cap. 
• Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury — intense pain, swelling, and loss of stability are hallmarks of an anterior cruciate ligament injury. This ligament can be partially or fully torn and usually requires surgery. About 50 percent of people who suffer ACL injuries also suffer damage to the meniscus, tendons, or other ligaments. 
• Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) injury – PCL injuries are commonly seen in car accidents, as it involves a blow to the front of the knee when it is in a bent position 
• Meniscal tear – the spongy cartilage between the knee joints can be torn when it is stretched or twisted, giving one the sensation that their knee if giving way 
• Dislocation – happens when the tibia and femur are forced out of alignment, pushing the patella out of place  

Diagnosis of knee injuries will be determined by a physical exam, X-rays and possibly an MRI to confirm soft tissue damage. Treatment will depend on the type and severity of the injury, along with your age and activity level.   

Physical therapy, injections, and targeted exercise may help some patients, but fractures and badly injured ligaments often require surgery to mitigate pain and restore full functionality. 

Filing a knee injury claim

If you were harmed because of the reckless actions or misconduct of another, Ellis Law could be your greatest asset for securing a fair knee injury lawsuit settlement. We believe that clients are entitled to full compensation for the personal injuries and losses sustained through no fault of their own. Knee injuries can affect the muscle, ligaments, tendons or bones of the knee, causing excruciating pain, instability, and reduced range of movement.

Even if your symptoms are minor, you are urged to contact a knee injury attorney at Ellis Law as soon as possible. California has strict deadlines for filing civil actions, and it’s never too soon to begin building a solid claim for damages.

Our veteran legal team is well-versed in knee injury case law involving:

• Meniscus tears
• Dislocated meniscus
• Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries
• Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) injuries
• Posterior Collateral Ligament (PCL) injuries
• Broken bones
• Kneecap (patella) fractures

How much is my knee injury worth?

As seasoned personal injury attorneys, Ellis Law can advise clients regarding potential compensation in a knee injury claim filed in California, although jury verdicts and settlements can vary greatly from case to case. There are three important variables that can significantly impact the value of your claim: the severity of the knee injury, whether the injury caused permanent disability or impairment, and whether the injury was exacerbated by a preexisting condition.

Previous settlements recovered in knee injury claims involving motor vehicle accidents and pedestrian knock-downs demonstrate that plaintiffs can secure substantial damages to cover medical and rehabilitation costs, lost income, future loss of earnings, and monies for pain and emotional suffering.

Knee injury settlement average

What are knee injuries worth in a settlement? There are many unique circumstances that parlay in an insurance claim payout. In non-complicated knee injuries where the patient responds well to treatment or arthroscopic surgery, with minimal impact on their job or ability to perform normal daily activities, settlement values for pain and suffering will be adjusted accordingly. For example, a rear-ended motorist who dislocates his knee but heals quickly and without the need for surgery will recover less compensation than an elderly woman who slips on a wet grocery floor, requiring multiple operations and a total knee replacement.

Meniscal tears, which cause stiffness, swelling and pain, are commonly cited in knee injury claims. Long-term symptoms such as limited mobility, inflammation and difficulty walking or bending the leg without pain can increase the average settlement for torn meniscus.

If you suffered a meniscal tear or other type of knee injury because of someone else’s negligence, you want a law firm that consistently gets results. Headquartered in Los Angeles, Ellis Injury Law is an award-winning, full-service personal injury firm with more than 20 office locations to serve clients throughout Southern California. In the past five years alone, our legal team has recovered more than a quarter billion dollars on behalf of our clients. Our primary goal is to give you peace of mind while we fight tirelessly for the compensation you need and deserve.

Recover maximum compensation for your injuries 

Knee injuries can cause crippling pain and extended immobility, and while recovery is possible, it can be a long and extremely expensive process. Ellis Law can – quite literally – help you get back on your feet, and obtain the money damages you are rightfully due. 

A Los Angeles accident lawyer will fight for a fair settlement that accounts for:  

• Lost wages 
• Pain and suffering 
• Emotional trauma 
• Lost earning capacity 
• Rehabilitation expenses 
• All medical costs, including surgeries and medication 

Los Angeles knee injury attorney

After suffering a serious knee injury, many accident victims are hesitant to start the litigation process, thinking that all cases go before a judge and jury. In truth, most of our personal injury claims are resolved through settlement negotiations, without stepping foot in a court room. Either way, we are committed to representing your best interests, holding wrongdoers accountable and maximizing your recovery through a court award or jury verdict.

Ellis Law Firm is poised to help you make the best out of a bad situation. To learn more about our services or schedule a free case review, we encourage you to contact our offices as soon as possible.

If you were hurt in a preventable accident that resulted in a serious knee injury, you may be eligible for significant compensation through the courts. When it comes to pursuing maximum damages for your injuries, seek the experience, resources, and talent of Ellis Injury Law. Call our office to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with a knowledgeable accident lawyer in Los Angeles today. 

Ellis Law takes every catastrophic injury case on a contingency basis, which means there are no upfront legal fees, and you only pay if we secure compensation in your case.