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Shoulder and knee injuries are common results of crashes, falls, and workplace accidents, and they are frequently more serious than they first appear. Torn rotator cuffs, meniscus tears, and ligament damage often require surgery and months of rehabilitation, making them significant components of a Nevada injury claim.
Common Shoulder and Knee Injuries
Accidents commonly cause rotator cuff tears, labral tears, dislocations in the shoulder, and ACL, MCL, and meniscus injuries in the knee. These joint injuries can cause lasting weakness, instability, and pain that limit work and activity long after the accident.
Surgery and Long Rehabilitation
Many of these injuries require surgical repair followed by extensive physical therapy. The recovery can take many months, during which the injured person may be unable to work or perform daily tasks — losses that factor into the claim's value.
Why Documentation Matters
As with other injuries, insurers may argue joint problems are age-related or pre-existing. Imaging, surgical records, and treating-physician opinions connecting the injury to the accident are essential to overcoming these arguments.
Valuing an Orthopedic Injury Claim
The full value of a shoulder or knee claim includes surgery, rehabilitation, time lost from work, and any permanent limitation. A free review can help ensure these orthopedic injuries are properly accounted for in your claim.