Internal Organ Injury

Internal damage injuries are life-altering. They often require help from medical professions, sometimes even surgeries, to heal properly. Even then, you may be left with lifelong disabilities. If you or a loved one are suffering from internal damage due to someone else’s negligence or poor decisions, you shouldn’t be left swimming in medical debt. We at The Lenahan Law Firm have been fighting for our clients and their compensation for years. We always put out clients first, and doggedly pursue their damages. If you have suffered a catastrophic injury, such as internal damage, we may be the right law firm for you.

There are two categories of internal injuries: blunt trauma and penetrating trauma. Blunt trauma refers to when part of the body hits something else, usually at a high speed or with extreme force. This results in blood vessels becoming crushed or torn, causing internal bleeding and bruising. Common causes for blunt trauma include:

Penetrating trauma is when an object penetrates the body, tearing blood vessels, organs, and muscles apart. The more common causes of penetrating trauma are:

Internal damage is a broad category of injury, with many different areas of the body that can be hurt. These different areas and organs present different dangers. Some can be fatal almost immediately; others may take some time to even be noticeable. If you suspect that you have internal damage, or if you have been involved in a vehicle accident and are unsure if you’ve suffered internal injuries, seek medical attention immediately. Some of the most common areas of internal damage are the:

Heart: Your heart is protected by the top portion of your ribs, but that doesn’t mean it’s safe from harm. A heavy blow to the chest, like in a car accident, can cause bruising on your heart, a tear in the aorta, or a myocardial contusion. Any damage to your heart is life-threatening, as your brain can’t survive without blood flow for very long.