How long does it take to Settle a Broken Nose Injury Case?

What is a Broken / Fractured Nose Injury?

A broken nose or a fracture in the nose is a break in the nose’s cartilage, side wall, or septum (portion that divides the nostrils). This is one of the most common facial injuries for people of all ages, and many of them occur with other fractures in the face. Neck injuries can also accompany a broken or fractured nose. This makes sense when you think about someone taking a blow to the face. That causes the head to snap back and forth, resulting in neck injuries like whiplash.

Nose injuries should be taken seriously to ensure that there are no major breaks or blood clots. Both of these conditions can cause permanent deformities of the nasal passage, which will compromise your ability to breathe. Even seemingly minor injuries should be seen by a doctor to minimize bleeding and swelling. You should also attend your follow up appointments, so the doctor can verify if your nose has returned to its original shape.

Restoring the shape of your nose isn’t just about your appearance. Changes in the shape of your nose bring about health complications, which may require reconstructive surgery. The cost of these treatments, lost wages during your recovery, and many other losses can be difficult to manage in the long run. That’s why you should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible to initiate a claim for damages.

Accidents that can Cause a Broken or Fractured Nose

Many incidents throughout a person’s life can cause them to sustain a broken or fractured nose. When a nose injury is caused by someone else’s misconduct, you have the right to sue for monetary compensation. Accidents that can result in a broken nose include:

• Car accidents
• Assault and battery
• Slip and fall
• Trip and fall
• Being hit with a falling object
• Defective product accidents
• Workplace accidents

Regardless of what type of accident you’ve suffered, legal advice is crucial to recovering the damages you deserve. Without compensation, you may be left with long-term expenses that can compromise your finances for many years to come.

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Complications from a Broken or Fractured Nose

A broken nose or nose fracture may not sound like a big deal, but these injuries can result in the following complications:

• Septal hematoma – blood clots in the nasal cavity that lead to an infection.
• Septal perforation – a hole in the septum that can cause the nose to collapse.
• Breathing complications if the nose is crooked or bent.
• Deviated septum – the nose is severely deviated to one side, causing a serious imbalance in your nasal cavities.

These conditions can lead to other disorders, including sleep apnea, facial pain, and chronic nosebleeds. Treatments may include facial reconstruction surgery and rebuilding the septum to improve air flow. Immediate medical attention and follow up appointments with a doctor can help you stay on top of these issues, but medical care doesn’t come cheap. Our attorneys can help you file a lawsuit in order to cover these costs.

How long does it Take to Settle a Broken Nose – Fractured Nose Case?

From start to finish, a broken or fractured nose injury case can take anywhere from 6 months to 2 years to settle. However, we’ve had cases that settled in just 30 days, while other have taken over 2 years. There are many factors that affect the length of a broken nose case, and some of these are beyond our control. For example, the other side may be reluctant to accept responsibility and make a fair settlement offer through their insurer. In that case, we will have to proceed with a lawsuit, which can take one or more years to resolve.

Factors that can Prolong a Broken / Fractured Nose Settlement

Even if the other side admits liability, the process of negotiating a settlement can take a long time, perhaps up to a year. Here are some reasons for why it can take so long to achieve a settlement:

• The extent of your injuries and what those injuries take away from your life.
• Types of medical treatments you will need and how long you will require those treatments.
• The complexity of your accident, especially for major accidents involving multiple parties.
• If multiple parties share liability for your injuries.

All these factors take time to resolve, but of course, there are instances where the insurance company is acting in bad faith to avoid issuing a payment. A lawyer’s help is critical if this is the situation you are facing. Help is available by calling our office and speaking with a bad faith insurance attorney.

Why is the Insurance Company Taking so Long to Pay Me?

It’s natural to assume that the insurance company is playing games and not paying out your claim on purpose. However, that’s not always the case when you are involved in a complicated accident, or your injuries require more payment that the average broken nose claim. The insurer will want to investigate such claims as thoroughly as possible to ensure that the victim’s losses are legitimate.

Factoring Future Medical Expenses into a Broken Nose Settlement

Future medical costs are another reason for an insurance company’s resistance in paying out a broken nose or fractured nose injury claim. Some victims never heal completely, which means they will need medical care throughout their lives. The type of care that’s needed is something insurance companies often dispute, which is where an attorney can be especially helpful. If you’re in need of an lawyer that can fight for the full value of your losses, give us a call and schedule a free consultation.

Can I Sue for a Broken / Fractured Nose Injury?

Yes, you can sue an individual or entity if their act of negligence led to your broken nose injury. Liability can be proven in various ways, but evidence will be harder to collect as more time passes by. That’s why it’s essential to start a broken nose injury claim as soon as possible. At this point, you may have filed a claim or lawsuit already, but feel like it’s taking too long to settle your case. Perhaps you are asking yourself, “Is there a way to settle my case as fast as possible?”

How can I Settle my Broken Nose Lawsuit Faster?

There are factors that are beyond your control when it comes to an insurance claim. But you may have suspicions regarding your attorney. Specifically, are they the reason that it’s taking so long to settle your case? This is a possibility, as there are enough lawyers out there who lack the skill and experience to close out a personal injury case. It could also be that your lawyer is prioritizing claims by case value, and yours is not quite as high as some of their other cases.

Either of these situations is unacceptable, and California law allows you to change lawyers at any point. But how can you be sure that your lawyer is the problem?

Free Second Opinion with one of Our Attorneys

If your lawyer is taking too long to settle your case, we can assist you with a second opinion. Our lawyers have been handling broken nose injury cases for many years, and we know what it takes to recover a client’s settlement. We can confirm your suspicions and advise you on the steps we would take to settle your claim. We may be able to settle your case in 30 days, depending on the circumstances of your accident.

If switching your lawyer is in your best interest, we will contact your current law firm and take care of the transfer process at no cost to you. To schedule a second opinion with one of our attorneys, contact our office as soon as possible.

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Recovering from an injury is hard enough, but it’s even worse when your case is taking so long to settle. Granted, there are valid reasons for why an injury case takes so long, but hiring an experienced broken nose injury lawyer is the best way to secure a timely settlement. Whether you’ve been recently injured or have a pending lawsuit, there’s nothing to lose by coming in to see us for a free consultation.

If you choose to retain one of our attorneys, there is no cost to you as we work on contingency. The only way we recover our fees is by wining your case. In the event we don’t win, you will not be responsible for any legal fees. If you’re ready to explore your legal options, contact Normandie Law Firm and speak to a broken nose injury attorney.

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