BURN INJURY LAWYERS
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a North Carolina fire-related accident or other accident resulting in a serious burn, you may need the help of a North Carolina fire and burn injury lawyer. Skilled at handling these types of cases, the personal injury lawyers of HensonFuerst can help you navigate the legal system and fight for your rights.
Basics of Burns
Common causes of North Carolina burn injuries and deaths include careless smoking, disrepair and misuse of heating equipment, and cooking accidents. Use of alternate heat sources such as space heaters or electric blankets increases the chances of starting a fire, especially if these items are not maintained or operated properly.
A North Carolina burn injury can be caused by a variety of agents, such as heat, chemicals, electricity, or sunlight. Scalds, building fires, flammable liquids, and gases cause the most serious burns.
Burns are classified based upon severity of damage to the skin and divided into three different categories:
- First-degree burns affect only the outer layer (called the epidermis) of the skin.
- Second-degree burns damage the epidermis and the layer beneath it (called the dermis).
- Third-degree burns involve damage or destruction of all layers of skin and damage to underlying tissues. People who experience such burns often require skin grafting.
The swelling and blistering associated with burns is caused by the loss of fluid from damaged blood vessels. In severe cases this fluid loss can cause shock, requiring the burn victim to have an immediate blood or salt solution transfusion to restore adequate fluid levels in order to maintain blood pressure.
How a Lawyer May Help
If you or someone you love has suffered irreplaceable property loss or been the victim of a serious burn injury, contacting a lawyer may be the last thing on your mind. But we may be able to help you during this trying time.
If a negligent product manufacturer or property owner caused your damage or injury, you may be entitled to compensation for your loss. Fire and burn litigation is extremely complex. You need a lawyer who is sharp and compassionate. Some of the critical steps necessary in a fire or burn injury case include:
- Pinpointing the cause and origin of the fire
- Gathering and analyzing the evidence
- Testing the products and materials involved in the fire
- Identifying the responsible parties in a timely manner
Free Consultation
If you've been injured, contact a Raleigh, North Carolina personal injury lawyer at HensonFuerst today. We have offices located in Raleigh, Rocky Mount, and Boone, North Carolina, so we are uniquely situated to advocate for clients throughout the state, from the mountains to the coast, including Durham, Greenville, Chapel Hill, Goldsboro, and Fayetteville. Complete a FREE consultation form online or call us today.
HensonFuerst handles the following types of personal injury cases: auto accident, brain injury, drug injuries, defective products, fire and burn injury, medical malpractice, motorcycle accident, nursing home abuse, Social Security Disability, truck accident, workers' compensation, and wrongful death.
