Severe burn injuries can be devastating to the victim and their entire family. Some burn injuries are catastrophic, requiring multiple surgeries and causing long term or permanent disability and disfigurement. Getting state of the art treatment is expensive, but will help victims achieve the best results possible. No-fault insurance is usually insufficient and health insurance limits what doctors can be seen and has co-pays and deductibles that must be satisfied. That’s why it’s important to hire an experienced California burn injury lawyer that can help you get the highest amount of compensation possible from the responsible parties.|
Types of Burn Injury Claims
There are many types of accidents that cause burn injuries due to negligence, recklessness, or an intentional act. These are some common types:
- Failure to provide proper fire exits
- Failure to use proper safety protocols at a worksite
- Motor vehicle crashes
- Defective appliance and other products
- Failure to keep water below a burning temperature
Types of Burn Injuries
There are many different types of burn injuries including:
- Friction burns such as road rash and carpet burns
- Frostbite
- Thermal burns caused by contact with scalding liquids and flames.
- Chemical burns from strong acids or solvents
- Electrical burns caused by contact with electrical current.
How Severe Is The Burn?
First Degree Burns are red and painful, but don’t blister. They only impact the outer layer of the skin, called the epidermis and usually heal on their own.
Second Degree Burns are red and blistered. They impact the dermis layer of the skin and can cause permanent scarring.
Third Degree Burns are also known as full thickness burns and they completely cover both layers of skin. They usually appear black, brown, white, or yellow and can require a large amount of treatment, including skin grafts. Scarring is pronounced and permanent.
Fourth Degree Burns are life threatening because they cause damage to bones, muscles and tendons. In addition to permanent disfigurement, they can also cause long term or permanent disability.
California Burn Injury Lawyer
If you’ve sustained a serious burn, and it’s somebody else’s fault, it’s important to call an experienced California burn injury lawyer as soon as possible after the accident. Please call today for a free consultation.
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