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Burn injuries vary in severity, but many burns are disfiguring or even life-threatening. Second- and third-degree burns can require hospitalization, surgery, and physical therapy—all of which are expensive. Please contact The Stano Law Firm if you were injured in any type of accident which caused a serious burn. You could have the legal right to seek compensation by filing a lawsuit or negotiating a settlement. Your journey to recovery is difficult, and winning a legal case is never assured. Get the legal help you need. Contact our firm to speak with a Houston burn injury lawyer.

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Major Causes of Burn Injuries

You might suffer a burn in any common accident:

  • Car accident—a car could catch on fire, causing a thermal burn if you can’t get out of the car fast enough.
  • Truck accidents—large trucks can smash a car and even rupture the battery, splattering acid on occupants. This is a type of chemical burn.
  • Motorcycle accidents—motorists can end up suffering a friction burn on their palms or exposed skin when they fall off a motorcycle and skitter down the road.
  • Product liability accidents—dangerous products can catch on fire or explode, burning people. You can sue the manufacturer if there is a defect which makes the product dangerous.
  • Premise liability accidents—a hazard on property can lead to a burn, such a faulty wiring or a defective appliance that catches fire. You can sue the property owner if they were negligent in protecting visitors to their property.

These are some of the most common accidents. Call The Stano Law Firm if you are hurt in any type of incident caused by another person’s careless conduct.

What Must You Prove to Win a Burn Injury Case in Houston?

We need to prove fault for the accident. A person is at fault when they are legally responsible for the accident happening. Common examples include:

  • Negligent driving. A motorist or trucker could have driven while distracted or tired, or they were under the influence of drugs. Any careless act behind the wheel can make them liable for your accident.
  • Product defect. A product can be unreasonably dangerous due to a design or manufacturing defect. Other products are missing essential safety instructions or warnings, so the product is defective that way.
  • Failure to warn. A property owner might need to warn a visitor of a defect so they can protect themselves.

Critical pieces of evidence include witness testimony about what happened. If you were injured by a defective product, then remember to preserve its remains. People are burned by faulty batteries, appliances, and electronics. Your Houston burn injury lawyer wants to inspect it for defects.

Medical Expenses for Burns

A superficial burn might only require some ointment and over-the-counter medication to relieve pain. However, more serious burns can require substantial medical care. To stabilize your condition, you might need emergency transportation to the hospital, surgery, antibiotics, and other medication.

As the burn heals, you could suffer from skin contractures, which limit your mobility. Many burn victims benefit from physical therapy which helps them regain their range of motion.

Burns are also psychologically damaging. You might benefit from behavioral therapy, antidepressants, or anti-anxiety medication. Serious burns can result in amputations, which are also exceedingly difficult to recover from.

Remember to hold onto all bills that show the full cost of your medical care. We will request compensation from the person who injured you.

Burn Injury Compensation

At The Stano Law Firm, our goal is to obtain the most compensation possible for anyone who is recovering from a burn. Second- and third-degree burns can dramatically alter your life’s trajectory. You deserve compensation for:

  • Lost income or wages
  • Past and future medical treatment
  • Mental distress damages
  • Pain and suffering
  • Property damage (such as car damage)

Let us go over all the facts to estimate how much to request. Texas has a proportionate responsibility law which can reduce your compensation in many cases. If you were partially to blame for an accident, your damages are reduced by your share of responsibility. That’s the law. Someone who is 40% at fault will get 40% less than they otherwise would. But if you are more than 50% to blame, you receive no money.

Contact a Houston Burn injury Lawyer Today

Burns alter lives. Many burn injury victims and their families are unsure of what steps to take. They know they are staring at massive medical bills and are worried they cannot shoulder the financial burden. Call our firm to schedule a free consultation today. We can discuss how you suffered a burn injury and identify whether you can file an injury claim.