The muscles, ligaments, tendons and bones of the ankle work together to propel and stabilize the body. If the functions of the ankle’s components are “disrupted”, the likelihood of injury is high. An ankle injury could prevent a victim from being able to perform daily functions and even prevent the victim from returning to work. An ankle injury caused by the use of a toning shoe can have lasting effects on an individual’s financial, emotional and physical well-being.
If you have suffered a toning shoe related ankle injury, you may be able to obtain financial compensation for your injury costs. The toning shoe injury attorneys at the law firm of Estey Bomberger are equipped with the knowledge, experience and financial resources needed to prepare and win a case involving a dangerous product. Please contact our firm to learn how we can assist you in a product liability claim involving any of the following toning shoes:
- Reebok EasyTone
- Skechers Shape-ups
- New Balance Rock & Tone sandals
- MBT Sport Walkers
- Easy Spirit Anti-Gravity Shoes
- Trim Treads Sandals
- Puma Body Train Shoes
- Dr.Scholls toning shoes
- Skechers Shape-ups boots
- FitFlop Boots
- Finn Comfort sandals
- Other types of toning shoes.
Ankle Injury Overview
The most common types of ankle injuries are fractures, sprains and dislocations. A break, or fracture as they are also called, in one of the three bones that make up the ankle joint (tibia, fibula and talus) may require extensive surgery if severe. Generally, ankle fracture injuries are categorized as either open or closed. An open ankle fracture is one in which the broken bone has pierced the skin, leaving an open wound. In a closed ankle fracture injury the skin has not been pierced. Sprains are injury to the ligaments and tendons of the ankle joint. Physicians use a three point grading system to determine the severity of ankle sprains. For example, a patient diagnosed with a grade three sprain has torn more than 75 percent of his or her ankle ligaments. A ligament that has completely torn may allow a joint to become separated, or dislocated. Dislocations can pose a serious threat to circulation of the foot and are typically very painful.
Ankle Injury Symptoms
Common ankle injury symptoms, include:
- Pain
- Tenderness
- Open wound
- Bruising
- Unable to bear weight on injured ankle
- Swelling
- Disfigured ankle, especially if the joint is dislocated
- Popping or snapping noises
- Inability to move ankle joint.
Statute of Limitations
In California, victims are given a time frame (statute of limitations) to file a claim. Filing a claim allows victims the chance to secure compensation from the manufacturer for the costs associated with a toning shoe ankle injury. Victims must file a claim within the time given by the state or they will be denied. For any questions regarding the statute of limitations, speak to a toning shoe injury attorney at Estey Bomberger.
Estey Bomberger – Helping Victims Obtain Compensation
Not sure where to turn for legal help following your toning shoe ankle injury? Look no further. At Estey Bomberger, our toning shoe injury lawyers are ready to help you pursue maximum compensation. After hearing your story, we will explain how we can obtain money for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Call our law firm immediately for a free consultation with one of our dangerous product lawyers. You may be only one step away from a brighter future.