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Long Island Burn Injury Lawyer

Burns Are Catastrophic Injuries

Catastrophic injuries are defined as those that are serious enough that the ramifications can either prove fatal or that the damage may never be fully recovered from. These can be suffered through a number of means and a catastrophic injury may remain with the victims for life. One form of a catastrophic injury that can come in varying levels is known as a burn injury. These can be extremely harmful and lead to thousands of deaths on a yearly basis. It is actually one of the leading causes of fatal home injuries and one study that was done, found that the U.S. ranked eighth out of 25 countries that had readily available statistics. A Long Island burn injury lawyer can help you file a claim when someone else is responsible for your burns.

How a Burn Is Caused

Fires can come out of nowhere and the victims can be left with serious damage. It was estimated that in 2012, there was on death every 169 minutes as the result of fire. This leaves many families suffering without their loved ones as the result of another person’s negligence. It can also leave the families suffering financially when they have funeral costs to cover, the relied on the individual as the main income provider in the family, they are left with hospital bills from prior to their loved one passing. Most incidents occur in the home, with about 85 percent being reported in 2009. Of this, there are a number of factors that can be involved and reasons that can be behind the spark igniting.

A large portion of victims die from the actual inhalation of smoke in their lungs. Without getting enough oxygen, they quickly lose consciousness and are unable to get out of the way of danger. Burns themselves can result from a number of sources. One of these is through direct contact with heat. It may touching the fire with skin and this can easily begin to make its way through the different layers of skin. A chemical burn may be caused by spilling a corrosive chemical on oneself that the skin is unable to hold up against. Scalding is caused by hot liquids, such as a boiling pot. Radiation may come from too much exposure, including a tanning booth or those that undergo some type of radiation treatment. Electrical burns can give a painful and destroying shock that can penetrate through the body. Some individuals may breath in hot steams that allow the burning substance to enter into their lungs and cause damage internally.

Types of Burns

Burns can come in four degrees, with the fourth being the most serious form that will require immediate medical attention. A first degree will mainly influence the outer layer of skin, known as the epidermis. This can be shown through a reddening and drying of the area. It is painful and will typically only last for around a week. Topical treatments can be applied to speed up the healing process. Second degree burns can come in two parts. A superficial partial thickness burn will generally be characterized through swelling, reddening and a blotchy look to the skin. This burn will go to the superficial regions of the dermis.

The skin will appear most, and while it is painful, it should be healed in up to three weeks. It is important to treat them correctly since failing to do so may result in an infection. If the burned area is larger than three inches and it is on a more significant area, then it should be treated more seriously. Second degree deep partial thickness burns will move down into the deeper layers of the dermis. This will be evidenced by bloody blisters and some blanching of the skin. The skin will appear moist and can lead to scarring. It will often heal in a matter of weeks but can worsen to a third degree burn if not treated correctly. These forms may also need a skin graft.

Third degree burns move entirely through the dermis layer of the skin and may effects the muscle, fat and bone below. They can result in permanent damage and should be treated by a professional. They can make the skin look charred or a dry, leathery and white. The nerves will likely be damaged at this point so pain may not be felt. Excision will be necessary and sometimes amputation. Fourth degree burns are the most serious and the damage moves all the way through, to the bone below. The skin will be charred looking and excision will be necessary. Amputation, loss of functioning and gangrene are all possible outcomes.

Compensating Victims and Families for Burn Injuries

Burns and other injuries from a fire can require the need for medical attention or other costs for those that are killed. A victim may need surgery or ongoing treatment. They can be permanently disabled and have to make adaptations for life. This can also put them out of work and leave them without an income to rely on. With many people across the nation suffering these injuries, those responsible should be held accountable for the damage that is caused, including the emotional trauma that victims are put through. Call our office as soon as possible if you deal with a burn injury. A Long Island burn injury lawyer can begin reviewing your case and provide a professional evaluation. We have more than 80 years of experience amongst our team and have received thousands of positive verdicts and settlements during that time. Don’t wait, call today.