BenGlassLaw Virginia Accident Team Secures $300,000 Settlement after Driver Ignores Stop Sign
Our client, represented by Brian Glass, was driving on Lee Highway in Prince William County when the defendant ran a stop sign at the intersection of Lee Highway and Groveton Road and caused a collision. Both vehicles were totaled.
He was rushed to Prince William Medical Center and was found to have limited range of motion in his hand. He was found to have lacerated tendons in his hand.
The Injury: Lacerated Hand Tendons
If someone has lacerated tendons in their hand, they may experience several functional limitations. The tendons in the hand control the movement of the fingers and thumb, and when they are lacerated, it can result in an inability to bend or straighten the affected fingers, limiting hand movement and flexibility. This can also weaken the hand, making it difficult to grip or lift objects, which affects daily activities such as opening jars, carrying groceries, or performing manual tasks.
Tendon injuries can cause significant pain, particularly during movement. The affected hand may also be sensitive to touch or pressure, limiting its use in everyday tasks. Additionally, stiffness may occur after a tendon injury and subsequent healing due to scar tissue formation, further limiting the hand’s range of motion and dexterity. Tasks that require fine motor skills, such as writing, typing, or buttoning clothes, may become challenging due to impaired tendon function and coordination issues. Overall, a lacerated tendon can significantly impair hand function, affecting both routine and specialized activities.
Treatment and rehabilitation can help restore some or all of these functions, but limitations may persist depending on the severity of the injury and the success of the treatment.
After multiple surgeries, he regained some mobility, but with severe scarring.
Surgery for a Torn Hand Tendon
Surgery for a hand tendon injury typically involves repairing the damaged tendon to restore function. The procedure is often performed under local or general anesthesia. During the surgery, the surgeon makes an incision over the injured tendon to access the damaged area. The surgeon then carefully stitches the torn ends of the tendon back together using specialized sutures. In cases where the tendon is severely damaged or retracted, a tendon graft may be necessary to bridge the gap. After repairing the tendon, the surgeon closes the incision with stitches and may place the hand in a splint or cast to immobilize it during healing.
Recovery from the surgery typically involves several weeks of immobilization followed by physical therapy to regain strength and mobility. The healing process can take several months, and the success of the surgery depends on factors such as the extent of the injury, the patient’s age, and adherence to rehabilitation.
The case settled with $300,000 awarded to our client.