An adult or child who has had the misfortune of suffering a serious burn injury requires both the finest medics to ensure maximum recovery and sound legal protection to ensure their rights. Innocent injured have access to the most specialist solicitors in the marketplace.
Burns Classification
Generally burns are divided into three categories, 1st, 2nd and 3rd degree. First degree burns are superficial and affect only the first layer of skin (the epidermis). Second degree burns injure both the first and second layer of skin (the dermis) and third degree burns destroy the epidermis and the dermis and may damage the tissue underneath the skin as well. Both second and third degree burns require immediate medical attention.
Common Causes of Burns
Burns have a number of causes; the most common types of burns are heat and thermal burns. These particular types of burns are generally caused by fire, steam, hot objects or hot liquids. Electricity, chemical, radiation and friction are the other leading causes of burn injuries. Many burns are avoidable, and are often caused by the negligence of others whether that is an employer, restaurant or other public place..
What should I do if I've been burnt through fault of someone else?
If you or a family member has been burnt in an accident within the last 3 years, you may be eligible to use our special facility.
I’ve been burnt – What can I claim compensation for?
If you have been burnt in an accident that was not your fault due to somebody else’s negligence, Innocent Injured can help you claim compensation for the following:
- Compensation for injuries suffered
- Compensation for pain and suffering caused by the accident
- Loss of income as a result of not being able to work
- Any expenses incurred by you as a result of the accident, this may include medication to help treat your injuries, additional transport costs in the form of taxis and buses and any treatment you may have received for your injuries.
Our expertise can save you time and stress
With many years of experience in dealing with compensation claims on behalf of burns victims, we understand the legal issues but more importantly the human issues involved in making a claim for compensation. We work with fully qualified, specialist personal injury solicitors that have many years of experience in dealing with claims of this nature. We believe that is it a clients right as an accident victim to be dealt with by honest and trustworthy professionals that know the law inside out so that your claim for burn compensation runs as smoothly as possible.
I think I can make a claim – What next?
If you would like to see if you are eligible to make a claim for compensation for your injury and losses resulting from your accident, call our dedicated team today on 0800 810 8040, alternatively you can fill out an online enquiry form by clicking here now.
