Knee injuries can be incredibly painful and disruptive, often resulting from falls, workplace accidents, vehicle collisions, and more. At Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek, P.C., our top-rated NYC knee injury lawyers have the experience, resources, and results to hold negligent parties accountable. If you suffered a serious knee injury because of someone else’s actions, we’ll fight to recover full compensation.
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Under New York personal injury law, you may be entitled to financial compensation if your knee injury was caused by another’s negligence. Whether it’s a torn ligament, fractured patella, or post-surgical complication, our attorneys know how to prove fault and calculate the full value of your damages. With hundreds of millions recovered for injury victims and decades of combined experience, HKD’s personal injury attorneys build strong, evidence-backed claims to uncover liability and pursue the maximum compensation.
Knee injuries are common in NYC accidents but can have uncommon consequences—from limited mobility and chronic pain to lost wages and reduced quality of life. These injuries are often caused by preventable incidents such as unsafe job sites, icy sidewalks, or reckless drivers. At Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek, P.C., our knee injury attorneys, led by Jordan Hecht, Jonathan Damashek, and Judd Kleeger have decades of experience holding negligent parties accountable.
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The knee is one of the largest and most complex joints in the human body, so accidents can lead to many types of trauma. The potential compensation you can recover will depend on the component that was affected and the severity. Some common injuries to the knee include:
The rubbery cartilage between the bones of the shin and thigh is the meniscus, which acts as a cushion against trauma. A tear or injury to this tissue may require arthroscopic surgery, or you may need a transplant of cartilage from other parts of the knee.
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), which connects the front of the shin to the thigh bone, is one of four ligaments in the knee. Injuries to the ACL usually require surgery to replace the damaged tissue through other tendons around the knee.
Another primary ligament is the medial collateral ligament (MCL), running from the thigh to the shin on the inner side of the knee. The MCL functions to stabilize the knee and allow rotation.
Many MCL tears result from a violent impact on the outer side of the leg. Though surgery is often unnecessary, you may need to wear a cast or brace for up to six weeks.
Aside from damage to the ligaments, tendons, and cartilage, trauma to the knee may result in:
In a personal injury case, legal liability comes down to the concept of negligence. To recover monetary damages for your losses, you must prove four necessary elements:
Common Causes of Knee Injuries
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Motor Vehicle Collisions: Drivers should operate their vehicles safely, but the likelihood of an accident increases when they violate traffic laws or engage in risky activities behind the wheel. Examples include:
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents: Many of the same careless acts by motorists are behind incidents that cause harm to people on foot and non-motorized vehicles. Without a strong metal barrier to protect them, pedestrians and bicyclists are at risk of serious knee injuries.
Slip and Fall Incidents: Business owners and operators are required to maintain a safe premises for people who enter restaurants, stores, office buildings, apartment complexes, and many other properties. Dangerous conditions and unseen hazards can cause knee injuries to a victim who slips, trips, or falls.
Sports Injuries: Though participants engage in contact sports by choice, you may be entitled to recover for your losses if your knee injuries were caused by negligent misconduct or hazards that should have been foreseen by those in charge of the facility or equipment involved.
Workplace Accidents: On-the-job incidents can lead to bodily harm, especially in the construction, transportation, shipping, and related industries. While negligence is not a factor in securing workers’ compensation for knee injuries at work, you may be entitled to additional compensation through a third party claim if someone outside of your employer was responsible.
Compensation After a Knee Injury
JUMP TO SECTIONIf you meet the requirements of a negligence claim, you may be able to recover monetary damages for your losses. Your compensation depends on many factors, but your knee injury attorney may be able to seek damages for:
It can be challenging to put an exact figure on how a knee injury impacted your life. You may be in physical pain with limited mobility, unable to work, and you may not be able to engage in activities that once brought you joy.
At Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek, P.C., we will thoroughly investigate the accident that caused your knee injury. We will gather evidence to identify who’s liable, and we will work with you, your family, your physicians, and when necessary, outside experts to document and calculate the value of your injuries.
To learn more about the potential value of your knee injury claim, either through a lawsuit or settlement, schedule an appointment with us today by calling (212) 490-5700.
