Suffering burn injuries in an accident is among the most terrifying and painful experiences that one can go through. What hurts most is knowing that someone else was responsible for your injuries. Luckily, it’s for this reason that our League City burn injury attorneys are here to help you. If you were injured in an accident that has left you nursing burn injuries, it’s in your best interests that you speak with a determined injury attorney right away.
Burn injuries can happen in any environment when there are conditions conducive enough to start a fire or heat. According to recent statistics, fire accidents are the leading cause of burn injuries, not only in League City but throughout the United States. However, this doesn’t mean that residential fires are the only cause of burn injuries. There are other numerous accidents that result in severe burn injuries, including car crashes, construction site crashes, and electrical faults, and tanker truck collisions.
It’s very common for cars involved in a crash to explode, causing a serious fire. Depending on the car accident, the impact can be large enough to cause sparks, which in turn ignite the gasoline used to fuel the car. Sadly, many victims who suffer burn injuries in such accidents are passengers. Given that it only takes seconds for the car to burst into flames, passengers often have no time to react, unbuckle their safety belts, and flee the scene.
Construction sites are known for the industrial equipment and dangerous tools used. Some construction companies may use explosives to blast rock surfaces or quickly deconstruct areas for rebuilding. And although workers often put on safety equipment, it may not always be safe for them and passersby.
Electrical faults account for a significant percentage of burn injuries reported in League City. Nearly all homes are powered by electricity. With numerous electrical devices and goods installed in the home, each household may have dozens of electrical appliances, all working at the same time. Most homes have electrical outlets that power televisions, lights, stovetops, washing machines, phones and computers. If anything goes wrong with the electrical system when using any of these devices, the user may be at risk of electricity-related burn injuries. This is especially the case with defective products.
Commercial tanker trucks ferry millions of gallons of fuel across thousands of miles every day. Unlike other accidents involving smaller vehicles, tanker truck accidents are more likely to be fatal or cause serious injury, leaving victims with severe burns and sometimes causing death. Many of these crashes are caused by driver negligence, but in other cases, the trucking company did not properly train or supervise their employees. It’s always safe for everyone if truck drivers and their companies in the sector abide by the rules and regulations set by the federal and state governments to ensure that drivers are safe. Our skilled attorneys can investigate the situation to determine the cause of your burn injury and identify the at-fault party.
In a personal injury case, the claim must show evidence of negligence. As the plaintiff, you have the burden of proof, meaning that you must convince the judge or jury that the defendant failed to act reasonably, causing you harm as a result.
Your attorney must show that the defendant:
For the average person, especially a victim of severe burn injuries, proving negligence may be a challenge. To protect your legal rights, it’s advisable to discuss your burn injury case with a League City lawyer as soon as possible.
When seeking compensation in a burn injury claim through civil litigation or negotiating with the insurance company, there are several damages you are entitled to depending on the circumstances of your case. Economic damages make you whole for the financial aspects of what you’ve lost and allow you to continue your life without fear about your future earning capacity. These damages take into account losses such as:
Fortunately, compensation for personal injury cases also covers the non-economic damages that victims suffer. This ranges pain and suffering, loss of quality of life, or mental anguish. A diligent lawyer will help you obtain the maximum amount of compensation for your burn injury.
A League City burn injury lawyer shouldn’t just be someone you talk to about your case. He or she should be a friend who takes into account the fact that you’re human, and that you may be financially incapacitated to pursue your case. At Lone Star Injury Attorneys, we give our best when it comes to fighting for burn victims. Our consultations are free of charge, and our attorneys’ fees are based on a contingency fee, meaning that we don’t receive any attorneys’ fees unless you win. Contact us online or by phone about your case.
