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Who hasn’t heard of the iconic McDonald’s hot coffee lawsuit? While this case was all over the media, you may not know that the victim suffered serious third-degree burns on six percent of her body and even further burning to about 16% of her skin. The media often fails to expand on the severe nature of the victim’s burns.
If you’ve recently experienced a burn injury, then you know first-hand how devastating the impacts are. Not only was the ordeal painful, but you may have an extended recovery period that causes you to miss out on work. When your losses are adding up, it might be necessary to consider your legal options.
A burn injury lawyer in Chicago can help you go over the details of your accident to determine if you have the basis to pursue a compensation claim. In the best case, you’ll discover you’re eligible to pursue a lawsuit to recover from the expenses associated with the burn injury.
Learn more about how our lawyers here at Kermani LLP will help you make an informed decision on how to handle your burn case below.
Types of Burn Injuries
In general, burn injuries are categorized into three groups.
- First-degree burns are the least severe and only impact the outer layer of the skin. These burns will cause redness, swelling, and minor pain.
- Second-degree burns will impact the outer and inner layers of the skin. This can lead to blistering.
- Third-degree burns affect the deepest layers of skin, causing the outer, burnt skin to appear either white or blackened.
Pursuing claims for burn injuries requires that you know what caused it. Typically, if you burned yourself in your own home as a result of your actions, your legal options will be limited. If someone else caused your burn, you might have the basis for a claim.
The Long-Term Effects of Severe Burns
Severe burns can be fatal. Third-degree burns can lead to long-term impacts, including permanent damage and scarring. Some burn victims never fully recover physically or mentally from the trauma of their accident. The physical and emotional effects of burns can manifest as symptoms such as a loss of sense of touch, chronic pain, ghost sensations, stress disorders, insomnia, fear, PTSD, depression, muscle wasting, and infections. Some burns are severe enough to limit a person’s mobility or ability to lead a normal life.
Causes of Burn Injuries in Chicago
There are many sources of burn injuries, but the two most common causes include being exposed to an open fire or flame and cooking. Burn injuries can happen as a result of coming into contact with hot liquids, chemicals, electricity, or hot objects.
Identifying negligence in burn accidents is key to determining your legal options. In general, you’ll only be able to pursue a lawsuit or claim for compensation if another party has a legal duty to provide for your care and fails to do so. A legal duty of care is established in many situations, like when a person gets behind the wheel of a car, opens a business, invites you onto their property, or creates a product for sale. If you’re not sure if negligence played a role in your claim, then it’s best to contact an attorney.
Navigating Your Burn Injury Claim
Do you think you have the basis to file a claim? If so, then your first step should be getting the medical help you need. From there, you’ll want to start collecting proof of your claims. Securing evidence in burn cases means collecting your medical records, documenting all your losses, and finding proof of fault. From there, you’ll want to hire an attorney to guide you through the legal process.
Statute of limitations limits the amount of time you have to file a claim. In general, you’ll only have two years from the date of your accident to pursue a lawsuit.
Compensation for Burn Injury Victims
Your burn injury settlement should accurately reflect the extent of your losses. The damages you’re entitled to will depend on your specific losses. You’ll want to consider things like your medical expenses, lost wages, emotional distress, property damage, and potential long-term losses when valuing your claim.
The Legal Process for Burn Injury Cases
Your first step in seeking out a claim will be to schedule a consultation with a burn injury attorney. Since the legal representation you choose will make a huge impact on your claim, do your research when choosing who to represent you. Once you have an attorney, you’ll identify who might be responsible and work towards valuing your claim. In the best cases, your lawyer can secure financial compensation for burn victims without ever having to step foot inside a courtroom. Instead, they may be able to negotiate a settlement with the other party.
Expert Legal Support for Burn Injury Victims in Chicago
Hiring the right Chicago fire injury attorney is paramount to your success. We know we’re a good fit to represent you in your burn injury situation. Check out our FAQ section if you have more questions about our firm or how the personal injury process works.
Why Choose Kermani LLP for Your Burn Injury Case?
Are you ready to hire expert Chicago burn injury attorneys to help you navigate your case? If so, then look no further. Our team here at Kermani LLP is ready to advocate for you. We want your legal rights to be respected and protected throughout your claim. We also want to ensure that you get the best possible representation that maximizes your claim.
Schedule a call with our team of passionate attorneys now to get started on your pursuit of justice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are typical settlements for fire injuries in Illinois?
When someone seeks out compensation for a burn injury, they’ve usually sustained pretty substantial injuries. For that reason, it makes sense that the average settlement for fire injuries ranges in the $175,000 area. The value of your settlement will depend on your specific injuries and the circumstances of your accident.
Who can be held liable for burn injuries in Chicago?
To pursue a burn injury claim in Chicago, the other party must have been negligent. In other words, they must have had a legal duty to provide for your care and safety. Here are a few of the types of parties that could potentially be held liable in a burn injury case:
- a business owner;
- a product manufacturer;
- a driver who caused a car accident;
- a property owner.
To determine who might be liable in your accident situation, it’s best to consult directly with an attorney. Your lawyer will consider your specific circumstances and the facts surrounding your situation to determine who might be held responsible.
What evidence is crucial for a burn injury lawsuit in Chicago?
A successful burn injury lawsuit requires solid evidence that backs up your claims. That means you’ll need evidence that shows the other person was negligent, and proves the extent of your losses. You’ll need to secure copies of your medical diagnosis and medical bills. You’ll also want to collect evidence that proves other losses, like property repair bills or statements showing how much income you’ve lost. To prove fault, you may need video footage, photographs, witness statements, police reports, or reports from investigators who looked into your accident.
Can I claim for emotional distress from a fire injury in Illinois?
After experiencing a fire injury as a result of someone else’s negligence, you can file a compensation claim. This compensation award should cover damages in the form of both economic and non-economic losses you suffer due to the burn accident. Economic damages will cover the actual financial expenses you endure, like the costs of your medical care or your lost wages. Non-economic damages should cover losses like emotional distress.
How do Chicago laws affect burn injury claims?
Under the law in Chicago, individuals who get harmed during an accident that’s caused by someone else’s negligence have a legal right to pursue a personal injury claim. Negligence, under the law, has all the following elements:
- One party has a legal duty to provide for the care and safety of the second party.
- The first party fails to uphold their duty of care.
- This breach of duty directly causes an accident.
- The accident causes your burn injury and leads to specific losses.
In Illinois, there are no caps on personal injury damages, so you can seek out as much as you think your claim is worth without limit. Illinois does have a modified comparative negligence standard, though, which means your burn injury claim could be impacted if you were partially to blame for the accident.
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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.