Burn Injuries

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Burn injuries can be among the most severe injuries a person can sustain, resulting in scarring, pain, loss of function, and emotional trauma.

If you have been burned due to the negligence or carelessness of another party, the law offices of Ramsey Smathers, Esq. can help you receive the compensation you deserve. If the burn injury is severe, you might incur medical expenses for years, possibly even a lifetime.

It is important that your settlement adequately covers these expenses so that you do not experience any unnecessary financial hardship as a result of your injury. Attorney Ramsey Smathers, Esq. will evaluate your case and advise you on the amount of compensation to which you are entitled for medical expenses, loss of earnings, or the effect on your day-to-day activities.

Types of Burn Injuries

Burn injuries can be among the most severe injuries a person can sustain, resulting in scarring, pain, loss of function, and emotional trauma.

Burns are classified into four different categories:

• thermal burns – caused by contact with flames, steam, hot liquids and other sources of intense heat LIGHT burns – caused by contact with sunlight or other sources of ultraviolet light
• Chemical Burns – caused by contact with an acid or an alkali
• Radiation burns – contact with nuclear radiation or ultraviolet light

If you or a loved one has suffered a burn injury due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, please contact Attorney Ramsey Smathers, Esq. today to schedule your free initial consultation.