California Rib Fracture Attorneys
Broken Rib Lawyers

The skilled Personal Injury Attorneys and Rib Injury Lawyers at Demas & Rosenthal have been providing aggressive legal representation to their clients since 1993. If you have suffered a rib injury or rib fracture as the result of an accident or another party's negligence, we can help you. We have represented many people who have been seriously injured recover substantial monetary compensation for their accidents. Many rib fractures and rib injuries are caused by accidents and the negligence of others. Auto accidents, assault and battery, dimly lit buildings, slippery surfaces or stairs, construction sites and intentional physical abuse are all experiences that may result in fractures and other bone injuries. If you have suffered a rib injury or rib fracture injury due to an accident or negligence, please contact Demas & Rosenthal today for a free legal consultation.

Rib Fracture

A main function of the rib cage is to protect your internal organs. In serious accidents ribs may become fractured, which inflicts extreme pain. Many simple activities, such as sitting down and bending over, can be excruciating. Thus, a rib fracture limits your range of motion throughout the course of recovery. After sustaining a fractured rib the breathing process becomes very painful and this pain may continue for months.

In severe cases fractured ribs may puncture the victims lungs. This is very dangerous and if not treated properly can make the victim susceptible to lung infections. You should visit your doctor if you think that you have fractured your ribs, or if you think that you may have a lung infection. If you have fractured ribs you should consult your doctor if you are suffering any unnecessary pain or breathing problems.