Lakeland Burn Injury Lawyer

Millions of Dollars Recovered for Our Clients

Burn injuries are incredibly painful, traumatic, and physically and emotionally scarring. Victims of severe burns will require immediate emergency medical attention, as well as ongoing treatment and care. All too often, these victims sustain these injuries through no fault of their own but due to another person or party’s negligent or wrongful actions.

If you suffered serious burn injuries in a Lakeland Car Accident as a result of unsafe conditions on someone else’s property, or in any way caused by someone else’s negligent actions, reach out to the personal injury team at Dismuke Law. Our Lakeland burn injury lawyers have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of injured victims across Central Florida, including in Tampa, Sebring, and the surrounding areas. We understand what you are going through and the challenges ahead—and we are prepared to fight tirelessly for the maximum compensation you are owed.

Types of Burn Injuries

Burns are categorized according to severity; first-degree burns are the mildest type of burn injury, second-degree burns are considered moderate to severe injuries, and third-degree burns are very serious. Both second- and third-degree burns necessitate medical attention, as they affect both the upper and lower layers of skin (epidermis and dermis, respectively). Some third-degree burns can also affect the surrounding tissue and bone, and both second-and third-degree burns can lead to life-threatening infections if left untreated.

In addition to the different categories of burns, there are several types of burn injuries. These include:

• Thermal Burns: Caused by contact with hot substances/items
• Chemical Burns: Caused by contact with an irritant, such as an acidic substance
• Electrical Burns: Caused by contact with live electrical currents
• Radiation Burns: Caused by exposure to X-rays, radiotherapy, and other radiation
• Friction Burns: Technically, an abrasion caused by forceful opposing movement between the skin and a stationary object (such as asphalt or carpet)

Regardless of the type of burn injury you have sustained, you must seek medical attention right away. Serious burns can lead to significant scarring and, potentially, infection without proper treatment.

Common Causes of Burns

The most common type of burn is a thermal burn, which occurs when a person’s skin comes into contact with a hot material or substance, such as flames or spilled liquids. These types of burn injuries can arise from all types of accidents, including motor vehicle accidents in which cars erupt into flames due to poorly positioned and/or defective fuel tanks.

Other types of burn injuries can also arise from a variety of accidents and incidents; a motorcyclist may be hit by a distracted driver, causing him to suffer severe “road rash,” a type of friction burn. A motorist may be involved in a truck accident with a tanker truck that was transporting hazardous materials, causing the motorist to sustain serious chemical burns. In any case, when burn injuries result from another person or party’s negligence, victims are entitled to seek financial compensation for their losses, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

What Can an Attorney Do for You

Burn injuries can lead to extensive physical, emotional, and financial burdens. If you’ve suffered a burn due to someone else’s negligence, having an experienced burn injury attorney can make a significant difference in your recovery and your ability to seek compensation. Here’s how a burn injury attorney can help you after an accident:

Investigating the Accident

Your attorney will conduct a thorough investigation to determine how the burn occurred and who is responsible. Whether it’s a workplace accident, a faulty product, or another party’s negligence, your lawyer will gather evidence such as accident reports, witness statements, and expert testimony to build a strong case.

Evaluating the Full Extent of Your Damages

Burn injuries often result in long-term medical treatments, rehabilitation, and sometimes permanent disfigurement. A skilled attorney will assess both your current and future medical needs, including surgeries, physical therapy, and ongoing care, to ensure you seek adequate compensation for all damages.

Handling Insurance Companies

Insurance companies may try to minimize your claim or offer a low settlement. Your attorney will negotiate with them on your behalf, ensuring you receive fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and any long-term impact on your quality of life.

Filing a Lawsuit if Necessary

If a fair settlement cannot be reached, your attorney will be prepared to take your case to court. They will file the necessary legal paperwork, represent you during the trial, and work to hold the responsible party accountable for their negligence.

Providing Emotional Support

Beyond legal representation, a burn injury attorney understands the emotional toll these injuries can take. They provide compassionate guidance throughout the legal process, helping you navigate this difficult time while fighting for the justice and compensation you deserve.

By working with a burn injury attorney, you’ll have an advocate who understands the complexity of these cases and who is dedicated to protecting your rights and securing the compensation you need to recover and move forward.

Damages Dismuke Law Can Help You Recover

Burn injuries can have devastating physical, emotional, and financial consequences, often requiring long-term medical care and significant lifestyle changes. At Dismuke Law, we understand the toll these injuries take and are dedicated to helping you pursue full and fair compensation for your losses. Here are the types of damages we can help you recover after a burn injury:

Medical Expenses

Burn injuries often require extensive medical treatment, including surgeries, skin grafts, physical therapy, and ongoing care. We will work to ensure you receive compensation for current and future medical bills, including hospital stays, medications, rehabilitation, and any necessary assistive devices.

Lost Wages and Future Income

Severe burns may prevent you from returning to work temporarily or permanently. Dismuke Law can help you recover compensation for lost wages due to time missed from work and any future income loss if your injuries affect your ability to earn a living.

Pain and Suffering

The physical pain from burn injuries can be intense and long-lasting. In addition to medical expenses, we can pursue compensation for your physical suffering, as well as the emotional distress caused by trauma, disfigurement, or permanent scars.

Emotional and Psychological Trauma

Burn injuries can lead to psychological conditions such as depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We seek damages for the mental and emotional toll these injuries take, ensuring you receive compensation for counseling or therapy if needed.

Disfigurement and Disability

If your burn injuries result in permanent disfigurement or disability, we will work to obtain compensation for the lasting impact on your quality of life. This includes damages for the emotional pain caused by visible scars or functional limitations.

Home Modifications and Assistive Care

In cases where burn injuries result in long-term or permanent disabilities, you may need to make modifications to your home or hire assistive care. Dismuke Law will factor in these costs to ensure you are compensated for any lifestyle changes your injury necessitates.

At Dismuke Law, our goal is to make sure you recover the full compensation you are entitled to, so you can focus on healing and moving forward. We will stand by your side throughout the legal process, fighting for the justice and financial support you deserve.

How We Can Help

At Dismuke Law, we have extensive experience handling Lakeland catastrophic injury claims on behalf of burn victims. We understand the severe nature of these types of cases and the full, lifetime cost of your injuries. Out Lakeland burn injury attorneys are prepared to aggressively advocate for you and your recovery, working to obtain the maximum possible settlement or verdict you are owed. Led by Florida Bar Board Certified Civil Trial Law Attorney David C. Dismuke, our team offers compassionate, client-focused representation as we help you navigate the legal process and work toward a better future.