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Burn injuries can result in severe scarring and disfigurement and may even cause a permanent disability that prevents the accident victim from working or participating in daily activities. If you were involved in an accident or incident that resulted in burn injuries you must pursue compensation as soon as possible to cover the cost of ongoing medical treatment, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
At the Hines Law Firm, a burn injury lawyer can help you build a strong case that proves negligence and your demand for fair compensation.
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Serious burn injuries can leave an accident victim permanently scarred, impacting their quality of life, self-image, and ability to work. Severe burns can also affect the body’s ability to protect itself from infection and can result in the loss of bodily functions. When you hire a burn injury lawyer at the Hines Law Firm, our attorneys can help you recover the compensation you need to cover the cost of ongoing medical treatment, lost wages, and other damages.
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Burn injuries can occur when tissue comes into contact with heat, sunlight, chemicals, radiation, or electricity. These injuries are often caused by:
If you want to pursue compensation for your injuries and other damages you must show that your injuries are a direct result of the negligence of another person or entity. You must also prove that the other party failed to use reasonable care and that their failure to use reasonable care resulted in your injuries and other damages.
When you work with a burn injury lawyer at the Hines Law Firm, your attorney will investigate the accident to uncover the truth. They will handle every aspect of your case, including the investigation, evidence gathering, interviewing witnesses, and proving negligence. While you focus on your recovery, your attorney will fight to hold the negligent party responsible for the harm you have suffered.
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The types of economic and non-economic damages you can recover after sustaining burn injuries due to the negligence of another can depend on many factors, such as the circumstances surrounding the accident, the severity of your injuries, how much time you missed at work, and more.
In some cases, the accident victim can recover compensation for:
Common causes of burn injuries include:
A motor vehicle collision can result in an explosion or fire, which can result in burn injuries to the occupants of a vehicle or bystanders.
Accidents in the workplace, such as equipment failure, electrical malfunctions, or chemical spills can result in burn injuries to employees or bystanders.
A house fire can be caused by heating equipment malfunctioning, cooking accidents, or faulty wiring, resulting in severe burn injuries or fatalities.
Dangerous or defective products, such as defective heaters, chemical products, defective appliances, or flammable materials can ignite or malfunction.
An electrical accident can occur in an industrial, residential, or commercial setting, caused by faulty appliances, electrical malfunctions, or faulty wiring.
Handling hazardous chemicals improperly, leaks or accidental spills can result in chemical burns.
Equipment malfunctions, lack of warning signs, or negligent supervision can result in scald burns from vapor, steam, or hot liquids.
Negligence during medical procedures involving cautery tools, radiation treatment, or lasers can cause burn injuries to patients.
Burn injuries are categorized on a scale ranging from one to four, with fourth-degree burns being the most severe.
A first-degree burn affects the outer layer of the skin, resulting in pain, tenderness, redness, and swelling.
A second-degree burn affects the outer and underlying layers of the skin. Second-degree burns can cause swelling, severe pain, redness, irritation, and blistering.
A third-degree burn extends through the entire thickness of the skin. In severe cases, a third-degree burn can damage tissue, blood vessels, and nerves.
The most severe type of burn, a fourth-degree burn can affect the internal organs, bones, and muscles.
Different types of burns include:
An electrical burn can occur when a person comes into contact with an electrical current. The burns sustained from an electrical burn can cause severe damage to nerves, internal organs, and muscles, and can extend through the skin.
Chemical burns can occur when the skin comes into contact with any type of corrosive substance, such as:
Road rash and abrasions are types of friction burns, which can occur when the skin rubs against a rough surface, such as carpet or asphalt.
A radiation burn is caused by exposure to ionizing radiation from nuclear accidents, radiation therapy, or even X-rays.
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If you were injured in an accident or incident that resulted in burns, contact a burn injury lawyer at the Hines Law Firm today to schedule a free consultation. Let our legal team guide you through the complex legal process, every step of the way and recover the compensation you deserve, as soon as possible. Contact us today to learn more.
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