Frequently Asked Questions
What types of burn injuries do you handle?
We handle thermal, chemical, electrical, and scald burns across all degrees of severity, including those requiring surgery and skin grafts.
What kinds of accidents cause burn injury claims?
Common causes include vehicle crashes and fires, defective products, workplace incidents, and unsafe property conditions.
How is a burn injury case valued?
Value reflects medical treatment and future surgeries, scarring and disfigurement, long-term care, lost income, and physical and emotional pain.
Who can be held liable for a burn injury?
Depending on the cause, responsibility may fall on a negligent driver, a property owner, an employer, or a product manufacturer.
Why is ongoing documentation important in burn cases?
Burn injuries change over time, so photographs throughout recovery and complete treatment records help show the true extent of the harm.
What if the burn worsened a pre-existing condition?
Under California's eggshell-plaintiff rule, you can recover for the full extent of how the incident worsened a prior condition.
How long do I have to file a burn injury claim in California?
Generally two years from the injury, with shorter deadlines if a government entity is involved.
How much does a burn injury lawyer cost?
Nothing upfront. We work on contingency, so you owe no attorney's fees unless we recover, and the consultation is free.
Do I need a lawyer for a serious burn injury?
Yes. These are complex, high-value cases involving long treatment and expert proof, where experienced counsel matters.
Do you handle catastrophic burn injury cases statewide?
Yes. We represent burn injury victims throughout California.