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Potential burn hazards exist almost everywhere, but fatal burn injuries are decreasing worldwide according to the World Health Organization. The main reason for this fact is that most burn injuries are preventable, and treatment has improved.
Despite a low fatality rate, non-fatal burns remain the leading cause of long-term hospital stays, disfigurement, and disability.
If you recently suffered a burn that led to serious losses, then it’s important to get informed regarding your legal options. Depending on your situation, you might be able to find financial relief by seeking compensation from a negligent party. A burn injury lawyer in Atlanta can help you determine your options based on your unique situation. Find out more about burn injuries in Georgia, what causes them, and how our team here at Kermani LLP can help you navigate a burn injury.
Understanding Common Causes and Effects of Burn Injuries in Georgia
Statistically, burn victims are most likely to suffer an accident at home. Overall, 73% of serious burns happen at a residence. The damage is caused by a fire or flame in almost half (43%) of cases. About one in three (34%) of burn injuries are caused by scalding heat. Other common causes include electrical causes, chemical burns, and contact wounds.
Burn injuries range in severity, with the most serious injuries causing fatalities. Non-fatal burns can lead to very serious injuries that result in disabilities, permanent disfigurement, and a loss of independence.
Types and Degrees of Burn Injuries: A Legal Perspective
- A first-degree burn.
It is defined as the least severe form of burn injury. These injuries only impact the epidermis or the outer layer of one’s skin. A first-degree burn usually doesn’t require hospitalization or major treatment to recover. That said, your legal options for financial recovery are minimal.
- Second- and third-degree burns.
They are much more serious, require longer recovery periods, and lead to more significant losses. These injuries can, and often do, lead to lawsuits when one party’s negligence caused or contributed to the accident.
The area that gets burned can also impact a person’s legal options. For instance, if the injury leads to permanent scarring on someone’s face, then that would be considered more of a loss than a burn that happened on a less visible body part.
Navigating Georgia’s Statute of Limitations for Burn Injuries
In general, you will have up to two years from the date of your burn accident to file a compensation claim. There are a few exceptions to this law, like if you were a minor when the accident occurred. If you have questions about the statute of limitations in your case, then reach out to our team at Kermani LLP for more details.
Legal Options and Lawsuits for Burn Injury Victims in GA
Patients who experience serious burn injuries with long-term recovery periods should explore their legal options. In some situations, it may be able to file for compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. To determine if that’s a possibility, you’ll need to consider whether anyone had a legal duty to provide for your care and failed to do so. For instance, if your burn injury happened at a business that failed to protect you from the hazard, then you may be able to file for compensation from the business. If your injury occurred at work, then you may be able to file a worker’s compensation claim.
Navigating your recovery while researching your options can be overwhelming, so it’s often best to schedule a free consultation with a law firm that can help you identify your best path forward.
How Kermani LLP Handles Burn Injury Claims in Atlanta
Are you currently searching for a burn injury lawyer in Georgia? Here at Kermani LLP, we take a powerhouse approach to every burn injury claim we handle. We want to research what happened in depth to ensure you fully explore every possible avenue for compensation. We’ll also help you build up the best possible case by proving all your claims with solid evidence and documentation. Once we know we have a great case, we’ll present it to the other party.
When the other party gets presented with such a strong claim, they’re more likely to settle faster. If they aren’t prepared to offer you what you deserve, then we’ll prepare your claim to go to trial.
Kermani LLP’s Commitment to Burn Injury Clients
Here at Kermani LLP, our team understands how traumatic and life-altering a burn injury is and how your losses could impact your life. From being unable to return to work to suffering consequences in your personal relationships, we know that your losses aren’t limited to your medical bills.
We’re committed to pursuing justice in your case and working tirelessly to research and explore every possible legal avenue available to you.
Contact Kermani LLP’s Atlanta Burn Injury Experts
Are you ready to get in touch with a burn injury attorney in Atlanta about your situation? Our team is ready to hear more about your accident and the impact of your burn injury. We will help you determine your options and if we think you have a case, then we’ll assist you throughout your legal claim.
Schedule a meeting with us now to get started.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifies as a burn injury case in Atlanta, Georgia?
A solid burn injury claim in Atlanta has all the following elements:
- One party had a legal duty to provide for the care of the injured party.
- The other party failed to uphold their duty of care.
- This breach in the duty of care led to the accident.
- The accident caused your burn injury and led to specific losses.
A legal duty of care exists in many situations. For instance, all drivers automatically assume a legal duty to provide for the care and safety of everyone else on the road. Business owners, property owners, doctors, product manufacturers, and other parties also have a legal duty to provide for the care of visitors, customers, and patients.
What should I do immediately after sustaining a burn injury in Atlanta?
If you sustain a burn injury, then immediately seek out medical help. Depending on the circumstances, you may need to inform an employee, manager, property owner, doctor, or an authority figure. This person can help clear the scene to ensure it’s safe for others and also begin to file a report about what happened. Get the medical care you need and be sure to save a copy of any medical bill you receive. If your losses are adding up, then your next step should be to consult with an attorney.
What types of compensation can I seek for a burn injury?
After a burn injury, you can seek out compensation that reflects the extent of your losses. Compensation should cover damages like your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. In general, you can seek out economic damages, which are the financial losses you experienced, and non-economic losses, like pain and suffering, that reflect the impact the injury has had on your life. In rare cases, punitive damages are awarded when the other party’s recklessness is extreme.
What is the statute of limitations for filing a burn injury lawsuit in Atlanta, Georgia?
Statute of limitation laws exist to put a time limit on an injured person’s right to file a lawsuit against a negligent party. When it comes to burn injury lawsuits, injured victims have up to two years to pursue compensation in Atlanta.
Are there specific Georgia laws that affect burn injury claims?
Under Georgia’s laws, injured burn victims can pursue compensation when another party’s negligence led to the accident that caused the burn. If the burn injury happens at work, then worker’s compensation laws may kick in to help the worker cover the losses associated with the accident.
How can a burn injury lawyer help me with my case in Atlanta?
A burn injury lawyer will help you identify potentially negligent parties, help you build up your case, pursue evidence, negotiate with the other party, represent you if your case goes to trial, and maximize your overall compensation award. They’ll handle your claim while you focus on healing from your injury.
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Due diligence got me only so far as I went through three seemingly great law firms before finding Kermani LLP right here on yelp. They were fantastic.
When I was hurt in a bike accident last year, a friend recommended I get a lawyer and sent me to Ray Kermani. Ray and his team knew exactly what needed to be done and took care of everything.
Ray is one of the easiest people to work with. His communication is great and he always walks you through the steps. I was little down after my accident. He got me paid quickly and way more than I thought was even possible. He goes the extra mile.
The staff is super friendly, approachable and responsive. They provide one on one attention, unless most law firms that just answer calls and want you money.
They took what was a complicated case that most law firms wouldn't touch, and turned it into a large six figure judgment.
Best law firm. They know how to win a case at trial, unlike most law firms that advertise as such. They will push every button that needs to be done to win your case. I was super satisfied.