Sonia Sotomayor testifies in 2009 at her confirmation hearing. Photo by Diego M. Radzinschi/NATIONAL LAW JOURNAL

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor is participating in oral arguments today in spite of breaking her left shoulder in a fall at her Washington home Monday.

The court this morning issued this statement:

“Justice Sotomayor injured her left shoulder in a fall at her home Monday morning. Her doctor confirmed yesterday afternoon that her shoulder was broken. She will wear a sling for several weeks and will undergo physical therapy. Justice Sotomayor plans to continue with her schedule as usual.”