Burn injuries are a significant public health concern, occurring across various settings and populations. The American Burn Association estimates that in the United States, 486,000 burn injuries required medical treatment in 2019. If you or a loved one is a victim of a burn injury, you need a burn injuries lawyer to help you with your personal injury claim. Call Eos Law today at (602) 825-3770 for a free consultation.
Common causes of burn injuries
Burn injuries can be caused by various factors, and understanding the causes is essential for prevention and mitigation. One common cause of burn injuries is thermal sources, which include exposure to flames, hot liquids, steam, or hot surfaces. Situations such as house fires, cooking accidents, spilled hot beverages, or contact with hot objects or equipment can lead to significant burns. Occupational settings, such as industrial environments or laboratories, also pose a risk of thermal burns due to exposure to high heat or open flames.
Chemical burns are another cause of burn injuries. Contact with corrosive substances, such as acids, alkalis, or strong cleaning agents, can result in chemical burns. These burns can occur through direct contact with the skin, inhalation of fumes, or ingestion of these substances. Industries that handle or work with hazardous chemicals or where proper safety protocols are not followed are particularly susceptible to chemical burn incidents.
Other causes of burn injuries include electrical burns, which result from contact with an electrical source or from an electrical current passing through the body. This can occur in situations involving faulty wiring, exposed electrical components, or accidents involving power tools or electrical equipment. Additionally, radiation burns can result from exposure to ionizing radiation, such as in medical or industrial settings.
Understanding these causes of burn injuries is vital for implementing safety measures, providing training, and promoting awareness to prevent such incidents from occurring. However, if you have suffered, a burn injuries lawyer can help you obtain fair compensation. There is no need for the emotional and physical pain to continue. Contact Eos Law for a free consultation and to get the legal process started.
Types of burn injuries
The National Institute of Health (NIH), categorizes burns into three main types:
- First-degree burns affect only the outer layer of the skin. They cause pain, redness, and swelling.
- Second-degree (partial thickness) burns affect both the outer and underlying layer of skin. They cause pain, redness, swelling, and blistering.
- Third-degree (full thickness) burns extend into deeper tissues. They cause white or blackened, charred skin that may be numb.
Aside from the burns themselves, there can be additional complications. These can include: bacterial infections, bone and joint problems, breathing problems from the intake of hot air or smoke, hypothermia, hypovolemia, and keloids.
Our attorneys for burn injuries are here to help you. We want to make sure you recover the costs of all medical treatment. We want to make sure any ongoing counseling is covered and that any other damages do not result in a financial loss for you.
Eos Law has an experienced burn injuries lawyer that can help you
At Eos Law, we will ensure that you have a strong case for your burn injury. We will conduct a thorough investigation, gather evidence that is needed, and collect statements from relevant parties. Our experienced attorneys will work with medical care providers, insurance companies, and other necessary parties, to protect your legal rights, so that you may receive the most fair and just financial compensation possible. You need to and deserve to move forward and having peace of mind will help you do that. Contact us today for a free consultation.