{"id":7610,"date":"2020-09-23T10:02:20","date_gmt":"2020-09-23T10:02:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/?p=7610"},"modified":"2022-01-04T14:46:27","modified_gmt":"2022-01-04T14:46:27","slug":"knee-injuries-from-accidents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diamondlaw.ca\/knee-injuries-from-accidents\/","title":{"rendered":"Knee Injuries from Accidents"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the largest joint in your body, the knee is critical to your ability to walk, lift, participate in exercise and sport, and live a normal life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Any injury to your knees can result in extreme pain, reduced function, and can have knock on effects which impact your entire life.<\/span><\/p>\n

That\u2019s to say nothing of the financial burden such an injury can bring with it. Medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages can stack up as you\u2019re focused on your recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n

Without someone on your side, all of these troubles can coalesce into a seriously life-altering event.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fortunately, with some help from the right personal injury attorney, you can be compensated for your knee injury.<\/span><\/p>\n

Accidents That Cause Knee Injuries<\/span><\/h2>\n

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There is no shortage of ways to injure your knees. Everything from automobile to sporting accidents have the potential to result in a knee injury.<\/span><\/p>\n

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In the event that you suffer a knee injury which another party (such as an individual, property owner, or business) may be liable for, you are entitled to compensation for damages caused by the accident.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While there are a virtually endless variety of circumstances which might result in such an injury, here are some of the most common types of knee injuries which result in a successful personal injury claim.<\/span><\/p>\n

Vehicle Accidents<\/strong><\/p>\n

Car accidents<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>motorcycle accidents<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>bicycle accidents<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>pedestrian accidents <\/span><\/a>are all common sources of knee injuries and frequently the subject of personal injury claims.<\/span><\/p>\n

In many such vehicular accidents, liability can be clearly demonstrated. For example, if you suffered a knee injury from a car accident in which another driver was demonstrably \u201cat fault,\u201d you are entitled to compensation for damages resulting from your knee injury.<\/span><\/p>\n

Slip and Fall<\/strong><\/p>\n

Slip and fall accidents <\/span><\/a>are a common source of knee injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n

When a slip and fall <\/a>occurs, it is possible that the person(s) responsible for the property where the accident occured may be liable for damages incurred as a result of the accident.<\/span><\/p>\n

If it can be shown that the person(s) responsible for the property were negligent in their duty of care to maintain safe conditions for visitors of the property, those person(s) may be held liable.<\/span><\/p>\n

This could include neglecting a duty such as clearing away water or ice from a walkway, failing to provide adequate lighting, failing to remove obstacles or hazards, failing to maintain stairs or decks, or any other negligence which can be shown to have contributed to the accident.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sports Accidents<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sports accidents can often result in knee injuries.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Full contact sports such as football, basketball, hockey, and soccer are a frequent source of knee injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n

High speed sports like motorbiking, ATV riding, cycling, and skiing can also frequently result in knee injuries. Sports like gymnastics, rock climbing, and running also produce many knee injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n

Work Related Accidents<\/strong><\/p>\n

Certain professions such as construction, transportation, and shipping (among many others) can produce high rates of knee injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n

Employers have a duty to provide their employees with property safety equipment and safe working conditions. If you suffered a knee injury as part of a <\/span>work related injury, <\/span><\/a>you may be entitled to compensation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dog Bites<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dog bites<\/span><\/a> can cause serious injury to any part of the body, including the knee.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Dog owners can be held liable for the actions of their animals. If you suffered a knee injury due to a dog bite, it is worth looking into filing a personal injury claim.<\/span><\/p>\n

Common Types of Knee Injuries From Accidents<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are a wide variety of conditions which can affect the knees, however the majority of knee injuries result in one of the following conditions:<\/span><\/p>\n