If you have ever touched a hot pan without an oven mitt or taken a sip of hot coffee before it cools, you know how painful and inconvenient a minor burn can be. More serious burns often go beyond physical pain and also cause emotional, financial, and personal losses—some of which may be permanent and alter the course of your life. This is where a skilled burn injury lawyer in Reno can help.
When you suffer a severe burn because another person acted recklessly or carelessly, you may have a right to pursue compensation from that person. These types of cases can be complex, even if you have lots of evidence. Working with a seasoned Reno personal injury lawyer from Shook & Stone could tip the odds of getting a positive case result in your favor. We have recovered over $1 billion.
Consider Working with a Burn Injury Attorney in Reno from Our Firm
Burns are uniquely traumatic and potentially deadly injuries, especially when they are caused by another person’s negligence. In a situation like this, seeking help from knowledgeable legal counsel could mean the difference between getting reimbursed fairly for your short- and long-term losses or having no choice but to pay for those losses all by yourself.
Shook & Stone takes your circumstances seriously, and we work diligently to ensure that we understand every facet of your case so we can effectively fight for you. As we investigate and gather evidence in your case, we build a strong claim that demonstrates the offending party’s duty to you, how they breached that duty and caused your accident, and what damages you suffered that they’re liable for paying.
Additionally, when you hire our attorneys, you can focus on your medical care and healing from your injuries. We communicate on your behalf and handle the logistics of your case so your rights are protected, and you can secure a favorable outcome. These cases can be complex, and we know how to navigate them to streamline the claims process and minimize your stress.
How Negligence Can Lead to Burn Injuries
As with other types of injuries, auto accidents are a common way for a driver’s misconduct to cause serious harm and burn injuries. Even at low speeds, a collision can expose vehicle occupants to superheated oil or metal, or to a vehicle fire. Provided the accident stemmed directly from another party’s traffic violation or carelessness, any ensuing burn may give rise to civil litigation.
Likewise, property owners can be held liable for burns caused by unreasonably dangerous property conditions, such as faulty wiring inside a rental property that leads to a structural fire. In other cases, a Reno workplace burn injury lawyer can help pursue compensation from an employer for a work-related burn—through workers’ compensation, third-party litigation, or both.
An experienced Reno burn injury attorney can examine the circumstances surrounding a particular injury, offer guidance about who may be liable for it, and help take proactive legal action over the incident. Our team can also help gather valuable evidence and secure witness and expert testimony so we can clearly demonstrate how the at-fault party caused the burn injuries you suffered.
Types of Burn Injuries and Their Causes
Burns can range in severity and damage multiple layers of skin, depending on the severity of the injury. Minor burns that someone might sustain in the kitchen or under other innocuous circumstances typically affect only the outermost layer of skin. These burns are considered “first-degree” and often heal on their own, although medical evaluation may be appropriate depending on the circumstances.
On the other hand, “second-degree” and “third-degree” burns often result in severe pain, permanent disfigurement, and loss of sensation in the affected area. Occasionally, they may even result in serious infections and other life-threatening complications.
Burn injuries can be caused by many factors. Fires, chemicals, electricity, and radiation are a few common causes of burn injuries. Forceful abrasions from moving across fabrics or pavement with force can also cause rash-like burns. Regardless of the cause, serious burn injuries require prompt treatment and may need ongoing medical care to manage pain and wound care.
Free Consultation We’ll help you win the benefits you need to get your life back.
Kinds of Damages That Can Be Recovered in Reno
When it comes to recovering financially after suffering burn injuries, it is vital to account for both past and future forms of harm the injury caused. These types of injuries often require ongoing management and resources, which can add considerable expense on top of an already expensive injury. Compensation can even provide for your suffering. When trying to recover your losses, a settlement may include:
- Personal property damage
- Physical pain and discomfort
- Lost working capacity or income
- Emotional and psychological anguish
- Emergency medical bills and expected future care costs
- Loss of enjoyment of life and other effects of permanent disfigurement/disability
A qualified lawyer at Shook & Stone can provide personalized legal guidance about what losses you may be able to seek recovery for following a burn injury in Reno. We carefully calculate all losses related to your injury and demand fair payment. We advocate for your right to recover and tirelessly negotiate with insurance companies to help you secure compensation from the at-fault party.
How Long You Have to Take Action After a Burn Injury
After suffering a burn injury, it’s important to talk to a lawyer as soon as possible so you don’t miss your window to pursue compensation.
Nevada allows victims only two years to file a claim for wrongful injury, as outlined in NRS 11.190(4)(e). By reaching out to a lawyer early on, you ensure you have enough time to file and navigate your case.
Contact the Team at Shook & Stone Today for Help With Your Case
A Reno burn injury lawyer at Shook & Stone can discuss your potential case with you in detail during a free, confidential consultation.
Our team can help you determine your legal options and how we can serve you during this difficult time. We provide support during this difficult time in your life. We are there for you. Schedule a meeting by calling our offices today.
DIRECTIONS