Internal Organ Injury Attorney in Glendale & Los Angeles
Internal organ injuries are among the most dangerous consequences of accidents because they are often invisible from the outside. A person can walk away from a car crash, slip and fall, or assault feeling relatively normal, only to collapse hours later from internal bleeding. These hidden injuries require immediate medical intervention and can be fatal if undiagnosed. Attorney Anand Desai represents internal organ injury victims across Glendale, Los Angeles, and all of Southern California, bringing over 20+ years of experience and 5,000+ cases to these serious claims. Call (833) 270-7800 for a free consultation.
Types of Internal Organ Injuries
Blunt force trauma and penetrating injuries can damage virtually any organ in the body:
- Spleen injuries — the spleen is the most commonly injured abdominal organ in trauma cases; ruptured spleens can cause life-threatening internal hemorrhage
- Liver lacerations — the liver’s large size and position make it vulnerable; liver injuries can cause massive blood loss
- Kidney damage — blunt trauma to the back or side can contuse, lacerate, or rupture a kidney
- Lung injuries — pneumothorax (collapsed lung), pulmonary contusion, and hemothorax (blood in the chest cavity)
- Bowel and intestinal perforations — seatbelt compression, blunt force, or penetrating trauma can tear the intestines, spilling contents into the abdominal cavity and causing peritonitis
- Bladder rupture — especially when the bladder is full at the time of impact
- Pancreatic injuries — rare but extremely serious, with high complication rates
- Cardiac contusion — bruising of the heart muscle from chest impact, potentially causing arrhythmias
- Aortic tears — high-speed deceleration can tear the aorta, which is frequently fatal
How Internal Organ Injuries Happen
In the Los Angeles area, internal organ injuries most commonly result from:
- High-speed car and truck accidents — deceleration forces compress organs against the spine and ribcage
- Motorcycle and bicycle crashes — direct impact with handlebars, other vehicles, or the ground
- Pedestrian accidents — vehicle bumper impact to the abdomen and torso
- Falls from height — landing on the abdomen or side
- Seatbelt injuries — while seatbelts save lives, the compression force can injure the intestines, spleen, and liver
- Assaults — punches, kicks, and weapons targeting the torso
The Danger of Delayed Diagnosis
Internal organ injuries are medical emergencies that are too often missed in initial evaluations:
- Adrenaline after an accident masks pain symptoms
- Some organs bleed slowly — a splenic laceration can take hours or days to become life-threatening
- Initial emergency room evaluations may focus on visible injuries and miss internal damage
- Symptoms like abdominal tenderness, dizziness, and fatigue may be attributed to less serious causes
This is why seeking thorough medical evaluation after any significant accident is critical — even if you feel okay initially. CT scans, ultrasounds, and blood tests can detect internal injuries before they become emergencies.
Treatment for Internal Organ Injuries
Depending on the organ and severity, treatment may include:
- Emergency surgery — to stop internal bleeding, repair or remove damaged organs
- Blood transfusions — for significant hemorrhage
- ICU monitoring — organs may deteriorate over hours and require continuous assessment
- Drainage procedures — for fluid or blood collections in body cavities
- Organ removal — splenectomy (spleen removal) or nephrectomy (kidney removal) when repair is not possible
- Long-term follow-up — monitoring for delayed complications, infection, and organ function
Losing an organ like the spleen increases lifelong vulnerability to certain infections. Losing a kidney requires monitoring of the remaining kidney for the rest of the patient’s life. These ongoing medical needs must be factored into your compensation.
Compensation for Internal Organ Injury Victims
Victims in Glendale, Los Angeles, Burbank, Pasadena, and across Southern California can pursue:
- Emergency surgery and ICU hospitalization costs
- Follow-up medical care and monitoring — potentially lifelong
- Lost wages during hospitalization and recovery
- Pain and suffering — internal injuries are extremely painful
- Emotional trauma from a near-death experience
- Reduced quality of life and physical limitations
- Future medical care for complications or organ function monitoring
California’s two-year statute of limitations applies (CCP Section 335.1).
Proving Internal Organ Injury Claims
Attorney Desai builds these cases with comprehensive medical evidence:
- CT scan and surgical reports documenting the injury
- Medical records showing the timeline from accident to diagnosis
- Expert medical testimony connecting the accident to the organ damage
- Life-care plans for ongoing monitoring and treatment needs
- Accident reconstruction to demonstrate the forces involved
His 50+ jury trials and background as an LA County Public Defender give him exceptional ability to present complex medical evidence to juries and insurance adjusters.
Why Choose Anand Desai
BBB A+ rated, 5.0 stars on Google from 114 reviews, and Avvo Clients’ Choice 2025, Anand Desai works on a no win, no fee basis. He speaks 11 languages and is available 24/7 from his Glendale office at 1628 Victory Blvd, Suite 100, serving all of Los Angeles County.
Frequently Asked Questions About Internal Organ Injuries
Can internal organ injuries be life-threatening?
Yes. Internal bleeding from a ruptured spleen, lacerated liver, or torn aorta can be fatal within hours if not treated. This is why immediate and thorough medical evaluation after any serious accident is critical.
What if my internal injury was not diagnosed until days after the accident?
Delayed diagnosis of internal injuries is common and does not weaken your claim. In fact, the delay may strengthen your case if the initial medical providers failed to order appropriate diagnostic tests. The at-fault party remains responsible for all injuries caused by the accident, regardless of when they are diagnosed.
Can I recover compensation if I lost an organ?
Absolutely. Organ loss is permanent and creates lifelong medical needs. Your compensation should reflect the lifetime cost of monitoring, increased infection risk (for spleen loss), and the impact on your overall health and quality of life.
What if the seatbelt caused my internal injury?
While seatbelts save lives, they can cause internal organ injuries in severe crashes. This does not affect your claim against the at-fault driver — the crash caused the injury, and the seatbelt was simply the mechanism. You should always wear your seatbelt.
How do you prove an internal injury was caused by the accident and not a pre-existing condition?
Medical records from before the accident showing no prior organ damage, combined with post-accident imaging showing acute injury, establish the causal connection. Expert medical testimony ties the injury mechanism to the accident dynamics.
Free Consultation — No Win, No Fee
Internal injuries are invisible but devastatingly real. Call (833) 270-7800 for a free consultation with Anand Desai, or contact us online. Available 24/7.