Burn Injury

Burn injuries are one of the most painful and catastrophic injuries that one can sustain. Generally, serious burn injuries require hospitalization, surgery, and long-term specialized treatment for patients who have suffered such an injury. These types of injuries are inevitably complex and are extremely devastating. 

If you or a loved one have suffered a burn injury caused by the negligence or misconduct of another, you don’t have to deal with it alone. Our team at Sullivan & Sullivan has extensive experience representing victims who have suffered from burn injuries. We understand that the many losses that victims experience are extremely difficult and we are here to provide you with the legal representation you need and deserve during this difficult time. Contact our team today to learn more about what you may be entitled for your injuries. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis, which means if we don’t win, then you don’t owe us anything.

Common Causes of Burn Injuries

Unfortunately, there are a wide range of accidents that can lead to a burn injury. Some of the most common causes include but are not limited to:

• House fires
• Motorcycle accidents
• Truck accidents
• Car accidents
• Bus accidents
• Boat accidents
• Construction site accidents 
• Defective products
• Electrical accidents

If you or a loved one have sustained a burn injury due to the negligence or misconduct of another, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and losses. Contact our team at Sullivan & Sullivan to speak to an experienced burn injury lawyer in Manhattan Beach.

Determining Liability For a Burn Injury Accident

Determining liability for a burn injury accident is very complex and requires a skilled and experienced burn injury attorney in Manhattan Beach. At Sullivan & Sullivan, our team has over 20 years of experience representing burn victims. We will ensure to cover all bases in order to successfully prove liability and recover the maximum amount of compensation possible for your injuries and other losses. 

Different Categories of Burns

Burn injuries are classified into different categories of ‘degrees,’ which are categorized based on severity. 

1. First-degree burns: First-degree burns are mild and only impact the epidermis, which is the outer layer of the skin. These types of burns are characterized by redness of the skin and mild pain that goes away with time. First-degree burns can occur from quickly touching a hot pan on the stove or similar instances.

2. Second-degree burns: Second-degree burns are more severe and impact the epidermis (outer layer of skin), as well as the dermis (the lower layer of skin). Second-degree burns are characterized by pain, redness, blistering, and swelling. These types of burns can occur from accidentally pouring scalding water onto your body or momentarily touching a hot clothes iron. 

3. Third-degree burns: Third-degree burns are the most severe burns, as they impact the epidermis (outer layer of skin), the dermis (the lower layer of skin), as well as the tissue underneath. These types of burns are characterized by white, blackened, or charred skin, which may even cause nerve damage depending on the severity of the burn. Third-degree burns can occur from fires, electrical burns, and more. 

If you or a loved one have suffered a burn injury due to the fault of another, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. Contact our team for a free consultation with a trusted Manhattan Beach burn injury lawyer.

Contact Our Manhattan Beach Burn Injury Attorney

Dealing with the aftermath of a burn injury is never easy. Not only is there the excruciating pain that victims must deal with, but the many other burdens that arise from such an injury as well. For example, loss of wages, emotional distress, disfigurement, loss of quality of life, extensive medical bills, and so much more. If you or a loved one have been a victim of a burn injury, contact our team to learn how we can help. With over 20 years of representing accident victims, we are confident in our ability to provide our clients with unmatched services and legal representation.