Burn Injury
Burn Injury
Burn Injury Lawyer
Burn injuries can be incredibly painful and often have long-term physical and emotional consequences. Many burn injury victims are forced to endure long hospital stays, extended time off of work, and arduous, painful recovery periods. If someone else’s negligence caused your burn injury, you deserve to have an experienced legal advocate on your side.
At Benchmark Injury Law, our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys and case managers is committed to helping burn injury victims and the neighboring areas. We have a proven track record of successfully protecting our client’s rights and interests as we build solid claims on their behalf. When you partner with us, you can trust us to prioritize your needs as we work tirelessly to deliver the best possible result.
Common Types of Burn Injuries Sustained
Burn injuries have a host of causes that are beyond an active fire, and the severity of the burns sustained can vary widely. While one injury may only require a topical treatment, others may need extensive care including surgical intervention. Some of the most common burn injury accidents include the following:
Thermal: Thermal burns can occur when the skin is exposed to a heat source such as a fire or hot stove. Thermal burns can also occur during a car accident when the airbag deploys and releases hot gas.
Radiation: Radiation burns can be caused by prolonged exposure to the sun, x-ray machines, or ultraviolet light.
Chemical: Household chemicals like bleach and other detergents may cause chemical burns with prolonged skin exposure. When working with chemicals in the home, wearing rubber gloves can help you prevent chemical burns.
Friction: When your skin drags across a physical surface, a friction burn may occur. Friction burns are common in motorcycle accidents via what is commonly referred to as “road rash.”.
Electrical: Live electrical wires and currents can cause severe burn injuries. Electrical burns are widespread on construction and other worksites where live wires are present.
After a burn injury, it is vital to seek professional medical attention as soon as possible. Many burns may not seem severe at the time of the accident, but may worsen over time if not treated by a medical professional.
Who Can I Hold Liable for My Burn Injuries?
After suffering a severe burn injury, you may feel overwhelmed, confused, and unsure about what action to take. At Benchmark Injury Law, our team of experienced burn injury lawyers and case managers can help. Our team will thoroughly investigate your case and collect necessary evidence to determine who may be held liable for your injuries. Some common tortfeasors include:
Transit companies
Building or property owners
Drivers
Bicyclists
Pedestrians
Negligent employers
Government agencies
General contractors
Manufacturers
The specific facts of your burn injury case matter, and it is possible that more than one person or party may bear fault for your burn injuries. When you hire Benchmark Injury Law, our burn injury lawyers will investigate the facts of your case thoroughly, and will work tirelessly to hold each negligent party fully accountable for your harms and damages.
Possible Damages Available Through a Burn Injury Claim
Unfortunately, burn injuries can dramatically impact the victim’s life, causing significant physical, emotional, and financial challenges. Through a personal injury claim, your attorney can help you pursue just compensation for your losses. Here are some types of damages you may be able to recover through a burn injury claim:
Current and future medical expenses
Past and future loss of income, loss of earning capacity
Physical disfigurement or disability
Emotional distress
Pain and suffering
Each case is unique. Your burn injury attorney will review every detail of your case to determine which damages you may be eligible to collect.
Speak to a Knowledgeable Burn Injury Lawyer at Benchmark Injury Law
At Benchmark Injury Law, our team of personal injury attorneys and case managers is committed to helping burn injury victims hold negligent parties accountable for the full extent of their pain, suffering, and other losses. We know the “ins” and “outs” of personal injury law, and are ready to help you pursue your rightful claims. We take a unique, values-based approach to every case, and you can trust us to go to bat for you.
To learn more about how our burn injury attorneys can help you and schedule a complimentary case review, call us at 844-BIG-WINZ (844-244-9469) or complete our contact form today.
Frequently asked questions
What should I preserve after a burn injury incident?
Prioritize medical care. When safe, keep photographs, treatment records, product packaging, and information about the place or equipment involved. Do not handle a hazardous substance or damaged item if doing so is unsafe.
Can a burn injury involve a defective product or unsafe property?
It may, depending on how the burn occurred and what evidence shows. A review may consider the product, warnings, maintenance, and the actions of people or businesses involved.
Why should future treatment be considered in a burn claim?
Some burns require ongoing care or leave lasting effects. Medical professionals assess treatment needs; a legal review may consider supported future impacts as well as documented expenses.
What records should I organize for a burn injury matter?
Useful records may include treatment records, photos over time, product or equipment details, and incident information. Keep available documents in their original form when practical, and do not put your safety at risk to collect them.
Should I wait until I have every record before asking about a burn injury matter?
Not necessarily. Note which records you have, which are missing, and who may hold them. An initial review can identify additional information, but it is not legal advice for your specific situation.
Does one detail determine the outcome of a burn injury matter?
No. For example, whether a product, warning, maintenance practice, or other circumstance contributed may matter, but its significance depends on all the evidence and applicable rules. An individual review should consider the full context.
What consequences may be relevant in a burn injury matter?
A review focuses on the legal questions and practical effects raised by the situation. Some civil matters may involve documented medical or financial effects; others turn on procedures or agreements. What is relevant depends on the facts and law.
Does every burn injury matter follow the same process?
No. The process may depend on the type of matter, jurisdiction, parties, and applicable documents. A case-specific review can clarify the relevant steps without assuming one procedure fits every situation.
Is there one deadline for every burn injury matter?
There is no single deadline that applies to every case. Timing may depend on the law, jurisdiction, parties, and type of claim; ask promptly about your specific circumstances.
Does contacting Benchmark create an attorney-client relationship for a burn injury matter?
No. An initial conversation does not by itself create an attorney-client relationship. Representation, scope, and fees must be expressly agreed before the firm accepts a matter.
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