What are my rights?
Burn Injuries - FAQ
- Can I get money now to help pay for the medical care I’ll need in the future to take care of my burn injury?
- If a defective product caused my burn injury, who do I make a claim against?
- How do I know if someone else is at fault for my burn injury?
Can I get money now to help pay for the medical care I’ll need in the future to take care of my burn injury?
Burn injuries can leave victims with lifelong disabilities that require ongoing medical attention. If a court decides that someone else is at fault for your burn injury, the guilty party will most likely be asked to reimburse you for all your past medical expenses as well as those you are likely to have in the future.
In addition to medical expenses, you may receive compensation for pain and suffering, wages lost due to your inability to work, as well as wages you potentially could have earned in the future if your injury prevents you from returning to your previous occupation.
If a defective product caused my burn injury, who do I make a claim against?
You may make a claim against the manufacturer of the product, and in some instances the retailer or distributor of the product. If there had been changes made to the product or repairs, the individuals or entities involved in changing the product or making the repairs may also have some responsibility, depending upon what was done and when.
How do I know if someone else is at fault for my burn injury?
You may not know for sure if someone else’s actions contributed to your burn injury. As humans we are quick to blame ourselves, but it’s important to step back and look at all the circumstances surrounding your injury. By scheduling a free consultation with one of our personal injury attorneys we can review all the facts surrounding your burn injury and protect your rights
Sources:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burn
http://www.burnsurvivor.com/medical.html
