White Plains Burn Injury Attorneys
Severe burn injuries are possibly the most devastating type of injury. The events which cause burn injuries are often terrifying and extremely painful and treatment is extremely painful too. Burn victims face challenges including severe scarring that can limit mobility, disfigurement so severe that it causes immense emotional pain, as well as chronic physical pain. Our White Plains burn injury attorneys have extensive experience helping burn injury victims. We understand what you and your family are going through and are ready to stand by your side as we fight for justice for you.
Types of Burn Injury
Fires are not the only cause of burns. There are many types of burns, and they all have similar consequences. Types of burns include:
- Thermal – caused by flames, contact with hot surfaces, and scalding
- Radiation – caused by exposure to the sun, tanning booths, radiation therapy, and X-Rays
- Chemical
- Electrical
- Friction – often in the form of severe road rash
Dangers and Consequences of Burn Injury
The initial dangers of burn injury include dehydration, fluid imbalance, respiratory distress, and a high risk of infection. Burn victims must receive extensive medical care, preferably in a burn unit, just to survive. The treatments for burn injuries are extremely painful. Survivors often suffer from PTSD, not only as a result of the horrific event that caused their burns, but also due to the excruciating treatments they must undergo.
During initial treatment and in the weeks and months following, a burn injury victim may endure:
- Severe infections
- Sepsis
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Skin grafts
- Amputations
- Physical therapy to regain mobility and range of motion
- Adult respiratory distress syndrome
Burn injury survivors also face a host of long term consequences which can include:
- Severe scarring
- Loss of use of the affected area
- Loss of mobility
- Nerve damage
- Organ damage
- Respiratory damage
- Chronic pain
- Permanent physical impairment
- Disfigurement so severe as to cause the victim to withdraw from society and loved ones
- Long-term physical pain and suffering
- Long-term emotional pain and suffering
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Types of Accidents that can Result in Burn Injury
Our attorneys have a proven track record of winning substantial compensation for burn injury victims. We represent victims who have been injured in a wide variety of accidents including:
- Auto & truck accidents involving fuel-fed fires
- Hazardous materials truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents and auto accidents resulting in ejection or dragging causing severe road rash
- Construction accidents including electrical injuries, accidents involving chemicals or flammable materials, and explosions
- Defective products, such as electronics, vehicles, and lawnmowers, causing residential fires
- Defective electronics directly causing burns
- Defective safety equipment including smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers
- Inadequate fire escapes or fire safety equipment
- Gas leaks
- Nursing home neglect or abuse including inadequate supervision leading to severe sunburn or touching hot objects and scalds from baths or showers which are too hot
If you or someone you love has suffered severe burn injury, please call White Plains burn injury attorneys of Denlea & Carton LLP., at (914) 331-0100 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation today.