Burns are some of the most complicated injuries because of how severe and impactful they can be. While it is hard to say what the average burn injury settlement is based on this, many people can expect to recover thousands of dollars in medical bills and, in some cases, millions of dollars in other losses. At Rand Spear – The Accident Lawyer, our Pennsylvania and New Jersey burn injury lawyers are committed to providing our clients with the ability to file the maximum claim possible in every situation.
What Can You Expect from a Burn Settlement Case?
Our burn injury attorneys will negotiate the highest possible settlement for your claim. Every case is unique. We seek out compensation based on the tangible and hard-to-value losses you have incurred.
When you meet with our burn injury attorney, we will discuss the factors that impact your case. This includes what occurred and what steps can be taken to help you recover. We need to know all of the details.
Often, during a free consultation, we can provide an estimate of what your injury settlement may be worth. We can look at other cases like your own and discuss the impact of the burn injury will have to calculate this figure. Most importantly, we can tell you how to maximize your compensation in a case like this.
What Factors Contribute to the Amount of the Average Burn Settlement?
Numerous factors impact how much you could receive in a burn settlement. Our attorneys will work exhaustively to determine all of your losses and present them to the insurance company. Some of the factors that could influence the amount of compensation received include the following:
- The degree of the burn. This often provides insight into the severity of the incident and the length of the recovery. A second-degree burn will likely bring a higher level of compensation than a first-degree burn, but not as much as a third-degree burn.
- Where the burn occurred. Burns that are second-degree or higher often result in some type of lasting impact. This could impact your ability to walk if it is on your legs or your ability to communicate if you have burns in your mouth.
- How they happened. If there is gross negligence that caused your burn, that is a factor to consider. In situations of intentional injury, that could also play a role.
- Recovery expected. Our attorneys will speak to your medical doctors and use medical experts to help determine how much recovery you can expect and what the limitations on your future will be as a result.
- Pain and suffering. Many people suffering burns struggle with pain and suffering not just in that moment but for years to come. Chronic pain development and the worsening of your mental health as a result are all factors that matter here.
- The complexity of your care. Some people with burns need multiple procedures and treatments to help them improve and to save their life. Others need reconstruction surgery to reduce the scarring. Still others have complications from infections. These all play a role in what you can expect.
- Your earning capacity. After a serious burn, you may struggle to do the same type of work.
These are some of the factors that could play a role in how much compensation you receive. We look at all factors that impact you right now as well as those that could impact you in the future. Then, we seek out compensation that is fitting to these losses, so call Rand Spear today.
Can You Get Pain and Suffering Damages After a Burn Injury?
Pain and suffering can be an ongoing problem for survivors of different types of burn injuries, especially if they have long-term nerve damage to the area. This often results in chronic pain development, which impacts quality of life and medical needs. You may be able to get compensation for pain and suffering at the level you are experiencing.
Will a Burn Injury Settlement Cover Reconstructive Surgeries?
Whether for functional or cosmetic needs, it is possible for the burn injury attorney to seek compensation for ongoing procedures. A burn victim may need procedures to improve the way their body’s tissues and muscles work and the way they look. Because these are impactful losses, we often encourage you to seek additional support through compensation for reconstructive procedures.
Can I Recover Punitive Damages in a Burn Injury Case?
Punitive damages are typically awarded in situations where a person suffers serious losses due to negligence, intentional acts, or particularly heinous actions by another person. If these types of situations occur to put you at risk, we will encourage you to seek punitive damages. The court will decide if these are applicable in your case.
How Do You Prove Losses in a Burn Injury Settlement?
To get you the largest settlement possible, your burn injury attorneys will develop a legal strategy that often involves gathering as much information and evidence as possible about your injury and the impact it has. To prove your case is worth more, we need to consider all aspects of your life. Some examples of this include:
- Using photos and video to demonstrate your injuries and disfigurement
- Discuss your emotional well-being and mental health with family and friends
- Factor in the cause of the injury, such as if it was due to intentional acts or recklessness
- Consider the long-term implications of your ability to work or to enjoy life based on past success you have had
- Consider what happens to other burn victims with the same health challenges you have
Exhaustive evidence-gathering is the mark of a successful legal strategy. You can count on our attorneys to work with you to uncover what all of your losses are. We work to prove that you have the right to full and fair compensation.
Schedule a Free Consultation with Our Burn Injury Attorney Now
At Rand Spear – The Accident Lawyer – we fight to protect our client’s rights to compensation and work hard to maximize their recovery. The average burn injury settlement may not be anywhere near what you are owed. Set up a free case evaluation to learn more by calling our office.
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