New Orleans
Burn injuries injure, hurt, or kill someone around every 30 minutes – and leave devastating consequences. At Crescent City Law, we understand the pain, trauma, and challenges these injuries cause. We’re dedicated to fighting for burn victims, helping them secure compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and emotional distress. Contact us today for compassionate and experienced legal representation.
Our New Orleans Burn Injury Services:
The recovery time for burn injuries and electrocution injuries are extensive, costly, and extremely painful. Most burn injuries occur in the home or another place of business. Usually these are accidents, but all too often it is due to the negligence of another person or company.
All burn injury cases are unique, and they typically result in different levels of severity. The burn injury attorneys of Crescent City Law in New Orleans have the resources, experience, and history of success to help victims recover the compensation they deserve.
This includes burn injuries in New Orleans from the following:
- Chemical Burns
- Household Chemical Injuries
- Hazardous Material Burns
- Industrial Explosions and Flash Burns
- Inhalation Burns & Inhalation of Toxic Fumes
- Thermal Burns & Scalding Liquid Burns
Types of Burn Injuries and Their Effects
Fire injury, burn injury, and electrocution injury victims have to suffer through some of the most painful, catastrophic, and disfiguring injuries imaginable. Those with serious burn injuries may have to deal with the pain and discomfort for the rest of their lives, including months of hospital care and years of rehabilitation.
Unfortunately, some burn injuries and electrocution injuries can be permanent. A victim may lose mobility, lose function of arms, legs, their extremities, or need extensive surgeries to avoid permanent disfigurement and scarring. While you or your loved one deals with the physical pain and permanent effects of burns, the mental and emotional effects may start to set in. You and your loved ones may start to experience depression, anxiety, hopelessness and despair as you try to cope with a life affected by these catastrophic injuries.
Fire accidents and chemical burn injuries can result in first-degree burns, second-degree burns and third-degree burns, as well as injuries resulting from the inhalation of smoke and other toxins. Fire injuries and burn injuries can happen for a variety of reasons; some of the most common causes include: faulty electrical wiring; defective appliances; gas explosions; chemical leaks; improper installation of machinery; and installation of flammable materials in construction.
In addition to the physical pain and suffering, victims of severe burns and their loved ones may have to overcome the mental and emotional harm associated with the disability and disfigurement. Often, extensive counseling is necessary to deal with this type of mental and emotional trauma. Moreover, the mounting financial pressure and insecurity of medical bills and financial losses can cause additional stress and worry for the victim and their loved ones.
Seeking Compensation for Burn Injuries
Burn injuries often lead to extensive medical bills, lost income, and significant pain and suffering. If your burn injury was caused by someone else’s negligence or a defective product, you might be entitled to compensation.
Types of Compensation:
- Medical Expenses: This includes past and future medical bills, hospitalization, surgeries, rehabilitation, medications, and any ongoing care you may need.
- Lost Wages: If your burn injury prevents you from working, you can seek compensation for your lost income, both past and future.
- Pain and Suffering: This covers the physical pain, emotional distress, and mental anguish associated with the burn injury.
- Loss of Enjoyment of Life: If your injuries prevent you from participating in activities you once enjoyed, you may be able to recover compensation for this loss.
- Scarring and Disfigurement: Compensation may be available for permanent scarring or disfigurement caused by the burn injury.
How Our Burn Injury Lawyers Can Help
At Crescent City Personal Injury, our experienced burn injury attorneys will:
- Thoroughly investigate your case: We’ll gather evidence to determine the cause of your burn injury and identify all liable parties.
- Calculate your damages: We’ll work with medical experts and economists to accurately assess the full extent of your losses.
- Negotiate with insurance companies: We’ll handle all communications and negotiations with insurance companies to ensure you receive a fair settlement.
- File a lawsuit if necessary: If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we are prepared to take your case to court and fight for your rights.
If you or a loved one has suffered a burn injury, don’t hesitate to contact us today for a free consultation. We understand the challenges you face and are committed to helping you secure the compensation you deserve.
Who May Be Liable for a Burn Injury?
Depending on the circumstances of your burn injury, several parties could be held liable, including:
- Negligent individuals: This could include a driver who caused a car accident, a property owner who failed to maintain safe premises, or an employer who did not provide adequate safety equipment.
- Manufacturers: If a defective product, such as a faulty appliance or flammable clothing, caused your burn injury, the manufacturer may be liable.
- Other parties: In some cases, other parties, such as contractors, landlords, or government entities, may be held responsible for your injuries.
What Our New Orleans Clients Say
Our New Orleans Burn Injury Case Process
STEP ONE
Call 504-608-0084 to set up a free consultation with our experienced workers’ compensation team.
STEP TWO
We’ll start working with you as soon as possible to understand all the details of your case and develop our legal plan.
STEP THREE
We’ll fight for the justice you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common causes of burn injuries?
Burn injuries can result from various accidents, including:
- Fires: House fires, vehicle fires, wildfires.
- Scalds: Contact with hot liquids or steam.
- Chemical burns: Exposure to corrosive substances.
- Electrical burns: Contact with electrical currents.
- Radiation burns: Exposure to radiation, such as sunburn.
- Friction burns: Caused by rubbing against a rough surface.
What types of burn injuries are there?
Burn injuries are classified by their severity:
- First-degree burns: Affect the outer layer of skin (epidermis), causing redness and pain.
- Second-degree burns: Damage the outer and underlying layer of skin (dermis), causing blisters and severe pain.
- Third-degree burns: Destroy all layers of skin and may involve underlying tissues, often requiring skin grafts.
How much does it cost to treat a burn injury?
The cost of treating a burn injury can vary significantly depending on the severity of the burn, the extent of medical treatment required, and the length of rehabilitation.
Costs can include:
- Hospitalization: Intensive care, surgery, medications.
- Rehabilitation: Physical therapy, occupational therapy, counseling.
- Long-term care: Home health care, assistive devices, ongoing medical treatment.
Can I recover compensation for pain and suffering in a burn injury case?
Yes, in addition to medical expenses and lost wages, you can seek compensation for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. These damages are often significant in burn injury cases due to the severe pain, potential disfigurement, and long-term impact on quality of life.
What should I do if my burn injury was caused by a defective product?
If you suspect a defective product, such as a faulty appliance or flammable clothing, caused your burn injury, it’s crucial to preserve the product and contact an attorney experienced in product liability claims. We can help you investigate the defect, identify the responsible parties, and pursue compensation from the manufacturer or distributor.
Get Started On Your Burn Injury Case Today
At Crescent City Law, we understand the physical and emotional pain that a burn can have on you and your family. Having years of experience in representing people injured or that lost loved ones gives us the leverage and skills to fight for the compensation that you deserve. We remain committed to focusing on you and your case; we take your injury personally.
If you or a loved one has experienced a burn injury in New Orleans, contact the burn injury lawyers of Crescent City Law. Let us sort out the facts and details of the case and protect your rights, while you focus on your recovery. You will not be required to pay legal fees until I have recovered a verdict or settlement for you. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
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Located in New Orleans, Louisiana, Crescent City Personal Injury serves clients in New Orleans, Metairie, Westbank, Kenner, Laplace, Gretna, Harvey, Marrero, Westwego, Jefferson, Elmwood, Harahan, Bridge City, River Ridge, Arabi, Chalmette, Hahnville, Causeway, Bonnet Carre Spillway. The firm also works with clients in Orleans Parish, Jefferson Parish, Tangipahoa Parish, St. Bernard Parish, St. Charles Parish, St. John the Baptist Parish and St. Tammany Parish.