Burn Injury

If you have suffered a burn injury and are seeking compensation from another party or insurance company, then there are a number of damages that you may be compensated for. The following are some of the various damages that result in settlements:

Medical bills as a result of the burn injury: This includes any procedures, surgeries, rehabilitation, medications, counseling or any other medical related services required.

Economic impact: If you suffered a burn injury then you may end up being out of work for an extended period of time while you recover. In addition, you may have to go to physical rehab and other appointments that require you to take time off of work. This could result in significant out-of-pocket expenses. However, you may be compensated for lost work time, wages, loss of job and anything related if another party was found to be at fault.

Loss of property: When a fire occurs that damages your vehicle or property, and another party was found to be negligent or at-fault, then you may be compensated for the cost of lost or damaged property. In addition, suffering and financial impact due to loss of this property may also be taken into consideration.

Impact on your lifestyle: Often referred to as pain and suffering, your lifestyle and family life may be significantly impacted due to your burn injuries. This may in turn impact your personal relationships and cause mental or emotional distress. You may be compensated for these issues depending on the situation. Non-economic damages such as these often based on what damages have been awarded in other cases in similar situations.

Depending on how badly you were burned due to an accident, your burn injury will fall into one of three categories. The following are the different degrees of burn injuries along with a brief description of each one. This way, you can familiarize yourself with the medical terms used in regards to burn injuries and evaluate which category your burn may fall into.

First-degree Burns: These types of burns are the lowest in severity and are classified as “superficial”. This means that the burn does not actually penetrate the skin, but may cause pain, swelling and redness on the skin.

Second-Degree Burns: The second most severe type of burn, this degree is classification can burn through the upper and lower layers of skin resulting in blistering, pain and scarring.

Third-Degree Burns: The most severe type of burns, these injuries can lead to life-altering situations. These burns penetrate through the skin and can burn through muscle as well. It can result in loss of feeling in the area of the burn and require painful skin graft procedures.

If you have suffered from second or third-degree burns then these injuries can result in life-altering circumstances. It could result in permanent scarring, multiple surgeries and long-term disabilities. If you have suffered burns which may have resulted from another party’s negligence, then contact us and get connected with an expert personal injury attorney.

When you suffer a severe burn you could be left facing significant medical bills, pain, lost wages and lifestyle changes. Although you have suffered through this experience, there is no reason why you should not be financially compensated by the responsible party. A burn injury can alter your entire life, or even leave you scarred and disfigured. In order to receive the highest settlement possible, you want a team of experienced personal injury attorneys at your side.

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