If you have suffered a burn injury in Los Angeles due to the negligent actions of another person or entity or due to a wildfire, you may be entitled to compensation. Burn injury survivors can experience severe injury, trauma, and medical treatment and bills. Whether your burns were caused by a wildfire, a defective product, or a workplace accident, Singleton Schreiber may be able to help you obtain compensation and hold the at-fault party accountable.
Call us today to schedule a free consultation with our team.
Why Choose Singleton Schreiber
Choosing the right team to handle your burn injury claim is a crucial step toward securing justice and the compensation you deserve. At our firm we are committed to providing exceptional representation tailored to your needs.
When you work with us to resolve your burn injury claim, you get:
- A client-centric firm – we care deeply about our clients and strive to get each one the best possible results. We take each case and work it up individually, and allow our clients to make informed decisions on whether they want to accept a settlement, go to arbitration, or take their claim to trial.
- Experienced attorneys who deliver results – over the last 10 years, we have recovered more than $3 billion for our clients, including an $8.2 million electrical burn verdict for a San Diego client injured on a job site.
- A dedicated team, ready to serve you – we are here to serve our clients and help fight for justice for everyone. We offer free initial consultations and operate on a contingency fee basis, so you won’t pay us a dime until we’ve won your claim.
What Constitutes A Burn Injury?
Burn injuries are some of the most painful and debilitating wounds, often leaving long-lasting physical and emotional scars. Burn injuries occur when the skin or deeper tissues are damaged by exposure to electrical, thermal, chemical, or electromagnetic energy.
Primary Types of Burns and Causes
Below are the primary types of burns and the circumstances that may cause them.
Thermal Burns
Thermal burns are a result of exposure to extreme heat. These burns can range in severity from mild redness to deep tissue damage, depending on the temperature and duration of contact. These types of burns are typically caused by:
- Flames, such as wildfires, bonfires, explosions, and more
- Hot liquids (scalds)
- Contact with hot surfaces such as metal or glass
- Steam
- Hot gases
- Explosions
- Friction burns
Chemical Burns
Chemical burns occur when the skin comes into contact with harsh substances, such as acids, alkalis, or solvents. These burns can continue to cause damage until the chemical is thoroughly removed, which often makes them more severe. Common causes of these types of burns include:
- Industrial accidents
- Household cleaning products
- Improper handling of hazardous materials
- Agricultural chemicals
- Battery acid
- Workplace cleaning agents
Electrical Burns
Electrical burns happen when an electric current passes through the body. These types of burns can cause both external and internal injuries, as the electricity travels through tissues, potentially damaging muscles, nerves, and organs. These types of burns are typically the result of:
- Faulty wiring
- Exposed electrical components
- Powerline accidents
- Malfunctioning electrical equipment
- Improper use of electrical outlets
- Electrical fires
Radiation Burns
Radiation burns are caused by prolonged or intense exposure to radiation energy. Common causes of these types of burns include:
- Prolonged sun exposure
- X-rays
- Radiation therapy
- Nuclear accidents
- Electronics
- Welding accidents
Classification of Burn Injuries
The severity of burn injuries depends on how deeply the wound penetrates the skin. Burns are classified into four levels of severity, based on the extent of damage to the skin.
First-degree burns – also known as superficial burns, these types of burns only affect the outer layer of skin known as the epidermis. The burn site may appear red, and feel painful and dry, but will not have blisters.
Second-degree burns – also known as partial thickness burns, these types of burns affect both the outer layer of skin (epidermis) and part of the lower level of skin (dermis). The burn site may appear red, blistered, swollen, and painful.
Third-degree burns – also known as full-thickness burns, these types of burns destroy the epidermis and the dermis, and may go into the innermost layer of skin (subcutaneous tissues). The burn site may appear blackened and charred or white.
Fourth-degree burns – these types of burns go through both the epidermis, the dermis, and the underlying tissue. They may even go through deeper tissues, and may possibly reach the muscle and bone. These types of burns will destroy nerve endings, leaving no feeling in the area.
Types of Compensation Burn Victims May Recover
Whether you sustained a burn in a work accident, a wildfire, a car crash, or due to a defective product, you have the right to receive compensation for the losses you suffered due to the negligence of another. By filing a personal injury lawsuit, you may be able to seek compensation for the following damages you may have suffered:
- Medical bills – for the care, surgery, medication, and/or medical devices you need, and for future medical needs related to your burn injuries
- Loss of income – for the wages you lost due to time off work you needed to recover and heal
- Disability – if your injuries cause you to be unable to return to work or limit your ability to carry out your job duties
- Property damage – if the incident caused damage to your personal property such as your car or home
- Pain and suffering – compensation for the physical pain, discomfort, and limitations you experienced as a result of your burn injuries
- Disfigurement and physical scarring – severe burns often cause visibility scarring or disfigurement that can significantly affect a person’s quality of life and self-esteem
- Emotional distress – burns may cause trauma, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and more, especially in cases of severe burns
- And more – depending on your unique circumstances, you may also recover damages for other losses you experienced including, loss of enjoyment of life, caregiving expenses, or wrongful death of a family member
Burn Injuries Sustained in the Los Angeles County Wildfires
Burn injuries are common in occurrences when wildfires occur. If you or a loved one sustained a burn injury in the Los Angeles County Eaton, Palisades, Sunset, Lydia or Hurst wildfires, our attorneys may be able to help you file a claim and fight to get you the compensation you deserve for your injuries.
Call Singleton Schreiber Today For Your Burn Injury Claim
If you have been injured or tragically lost a loved one due to an unsafe product or the negligence of another causing a burn injury, you deserve justice. Our Los Angeles burn injury lawyers will work with you to build a strong case to hold the at-fault party accountable and get you the compensation you deserve to recover and heal from your injuries.
Call Singleton Schreiber today to schedule your free consultation and learn more about your options.
