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If you’ve suffered burns due to someone else’s negligence, a Campbell burn injury lawyer at Caputo and Van Der Walde can help you fight for the full compensation you need. Our experienced legal team is committed to guiding you through every step of your recovery and legal journey. Contact us for a free consultation today.
Burn injuries are some of the most excruciating and dangerous injuries a person can suffer and, unfortunately, they are very common, especially among children. On occasion, a burn victim will need to undergo multiple surgeries to attempt to repair the damage done and, even then, they may continue to experience pain.
If you have suffered burn injuries due to the negligence of another, whether it is the manufacturer of a defective household appliance, a negligent property manager who failed to maintain an electrical system, or even another’s lack of supervision, you are entitled to pursue compensation through a personal injury lawsuit or claim.
By filing a civil lawsuit, you can ensure that you have the financial compensation necessary to get the treatment and care you need during your recovery. At Caputo and Van Der Walde – Injury & Accident Attorneys, we can help you throughout every step of the process.
Contact our burn injury lawyers in Campbell, CA to schedule a free consultation. Be sure to ask about our contingency fee agreements – you do not pay us unless we win.
Burn injuries can occur under a wide range of circumstances, but, in general, there are five categories of burns, based on their causes:
The circumstances under which these injuries may occur are also varied. An electrical worker may suffer an electrical burn while working with faulty wiring; a cup of excessively hot coffee can spill onto a person’s lap; a stove burner or house fire can burn any person who comes into contact with it; and other occupations can expose workers to dangerous radiation and chemicals, resulting in serious burns.
In many cases, a burn injury victim takes every precaution possible in order to maintain his or her safety, but an accident can still occur if the negligence of others contributes to an unpredictable hazard. It is unfortunate and unacceptable that the negligent or careless actions of others could cause such serious injuries.
The severity of a burn injury is classified under three types: first-degree burns; second-degree burns; and third-degree burns. First-degree burns cause damage to the epidermis, the outermost lawyer of skin. Second-degree burns cause damage to the epidermis, as well as the dermis, or second layer of skin.
And third-degree burns cause damage to both outer layers as well as the third layer of skin, the hypodermis, and the tissues underneath that layer.
Not only can burns cause redness, pain, and sensitivity, but also blistering, swelling, scarring, and, in serious cases, shock and even death. For second- and especially third-degree burns, infection is a serious problem and can lead to death.
As members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum® and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, we have proven our ability to negotiate and litigate on behalf of our clients successfully. Retain us to put our tactical strategies to work for you. These skills are what make our legal team such a formidable opponent in any courtroom or negotiation setting.