ILLINOIS BROKEN BONE AND FRACTURE ATTORNEYS
Suffered a Fracture From Someone Else’s Negligence? We’ve Recovered Over $500 Million for Clients Across Illinois.
Broken bones and fractures are among the most common injuries in car accidents, falls, workplace incidents, and other negligence-related events. While some fractures heal fully with time, others require surgery, hardware, and extended rehabilitation, and can leave lasting weakness or limited mobility. Phillips Law Offices has represented injured victims across Illinois since 1945, recovering over $500 million in verdicts and settlements.
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Last updated: August 2026
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Types of Fractures and What They Mean for Your Case
Not all broken bones are the same, and the type of fracture you suffered directly affects your treatment, recovery time, and the value of your claim. A simple (closed) fracture stays beneath the skin and may heal with a cast alone. A compound (open) fracture breaks through the skin, carrying a high risk of infection and often requiring surgery. A comminuted fracture, where the bone shatters into multiple pieces, frequently requires surgical hardware such as plates, screws, or rods. Fractures near joints, including the wrist, ankle, hip, and shoulder, can cause lasting stiffness or arthritis even after the bone itself heals.
Compensation for a Broken Bone Injury in Illinois
Recoverable Damages: Illinois law allows you to recover compensation for medical expenses (past and future, including any hardware removal or physical therapy), lost wages during your recovery, permanent impairment or loss of function, pain and suffering, and loss of normal life if the fracture limits your ability to do things you enjoyed before your injury.
Comparative Negligence (735 ILCS 5/2-1116): You can still recover damages even if you were partially at fault for the incident that caused your fracture, as long as you were less than 51% responsible.
Statute of Limitations (735 ILCS 5/13-202): You generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in Illinois. Claims against government entities often carry much shorter notice deadlines.
Documenting Your Injury: Because fracture severity varies so widely, thorough medical documentation, including imaging, surgical records, and physical therapy notes, is essential to accurately valuing your claim.
What to Do After Suffering a Broken Bone
STEP 1
Get Immediate Medical Treatment
Seek emergency care to properly diagnose and set the fracture. Delayed treatment can worsen the injury and complicate healing.
STEP 2
Follow Your Treatment Plan Completely
Attend all follow-up appointments, physical therapy, and imaging. Gaps in treatment can be used by insurance companies to argue your injury was not serious.
STEP 3
Document Your Recovery
Keep a journal of your pain levels, physical limitations, and how the injury affects your daily life and work.
STEP 4
Contact Phillips Law Offices
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Personal Injury Case Results
Phillips Law Offices has a proven record of obtaining substantial compensation for personal injury victims across Illinois. These results reflect our commitment to thorough preparation and aggressive advocacy.
$10 Million
The Situation
A child was seriously injured in an escalator incident at a Chicagoland shopping center.
Our Approach
Our attorneys litigated the case for six years to establish the property owner’s liability.
The Result
$10 million settlement for the family.
$25 Million
The Situation
A 17-year-old lost both kidneys due to a physician’s gross negligence.
Our Approach
Our attorneys litigated the case for four years, building the medical record needed to hold the responsible providers accountable.
The Result
$25 million settlement for the family.
$16 Million
The Situation
A spinal infection went undiagnosed and untreated in the emergency room, leaving our client paralyzed from the waist down.
Our Approach
We built the case against the treating hospital for the missed diagnosis and pursued full accountability.
The Result
$16 million settlement with the hospital.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is different.
What Our Illinois Clients Say
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Broken Bone and Fracture FAQs
What types of accidents commonly cause broken bones?
Car and truck accidents, slip and fall or trip and fall incidents, workplace accidents, dog attacks, and defective products can all cause fractures. The cause of your injury determines who may be held liable.
Will I need surgery for my fracture?
It depends on the type and location of the break. Compound fractures, comminuted fractures, and breaks near joints often require surgical repair with plates, screws, or rods, while simple fractures may heal with a cast alone.
What compensation can I recover for a broken bone injury?
You may recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, permanent impairment, and loss of normal life. Illinois does not cap compensatory damages in personal injury cases.
What is the statute of limitations for a fracture injury claim?
Generally two years from the date of injury under Illinois law (735 ILCS 5/13-202).
How much does it cost to hire a broken bone injury lawyer?
Phillips Law Offices works on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront and owe no fees unless we recover compensation for you.
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This page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is different. Contact Phillips Law Offices for a free consultation.