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    Irvine Burn Injury Lawyer

    Anyone who has gotten too close to a hot pan or simply stayed out in the sun too long knows how painful and sometimes even debilitating a mild burn can be. However, that pales in comparison to the physical and psychological trauma—not to mention the financial and personal losses—that a high-degree burn stemming from a serious accident can cause, especially when that burn could have been avoided were it not for the negligence of someone else.

    If you suffered a serious burn through another person’s misconduct, you may have grounds for legal action that our Irvine burn injury lawyer could help you pursue. From establishing who is to blame for your injury in legal terms to ensuring you are able to file a comprehensive claim within applicable deadlines, our catastrophic injury attorney could provide irreplaceable assistance through every step of the civil litigation process.

    How Negligence Can Lead to Burn Injuries

    Holding someone else legally liable for a burn injury generally requires proving they were negligent in some way. In practice, this means proving all the following things are true:

    • The person being sued owed a duty of care to the person filing suit, meaning they had an implicit or explicit obligation to act responsibly
    • The person breached their duty of care through a specific reckless, careless, or unlawful act
    • The person’s breach of duty was the main and direct cause of an otherwise preventable accident, which itself was the main and direct cause of the burn injury
    • The person’s burn injury was serious enough to require some form of professional medical care and caused them to suffer compensable losses

    Of course, what qualifies as a duty of care can change a lot depending on the circumstances, especially when it comes to assigning fault for burns caused by incidents like structure fires. Guidance from our Irvine burn accident attorney is key to determining exactly who played what role in causing a particular injury, and then to taking proactive legal action against every culpable party.

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    WE HANDLE A WIDE RANGE OF PERSONAL INJURY CASES, INCLUDING:

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    Filing Suit Within the Statute of Limitations

    Help from skilled legal counsel could also be important to building and filing a strong burn injury claim without missing the deadline set by the statute of limitations. According to California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1, people who get hurt through someone else’s negligence typically have no more than two years to file suit after initially getting hurt, or they will be time-barred from ever receiving civil compensation for that particular injury.

    This is a deceptively short period of time in which to compile a comprehensive lawsuit or settlement proposal, particularly if the claim has to account for years’ worth of future losses that a high-degree burn will likely cause. Fortunately, our lawyer in Irvine has years of experience building burn injury claims efficiently and with an eye toward maximizing civil recovery.

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    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    Personal injury cases are some of the most common civil litigation cases—also known as “tort actions” or “lawsuits”—in the United States. They are filed by individuals who have experienced bodily injury, pain and suffering, and sometimes property damage in an accident caused by a negligent third party. These claims can also be filed for intentional harm or defamation of character by a third party.
    While you are not required to have an attorney to file a claim, having an attorney can make a significant difference in your claim. A personal injury attorney has a deep understanding of the claims process and can help you navigate the complexities of the law. Your attorney can also help you level the playing field with insurers and can tell you whether you are receiving the maximum compensation to which you are legally entitled.
    If you have been injured in an accident that was no fault of your own, there are steps you should take to ensure you are compensated for costs related to the incident. Taking quick action after your accident can profoundly affect your personal injury claim or lawsuit. After being involved in an accident, you should: Seek medical attention for your injuries, even if symptoms are not immediately apparent. Keep a record of your injuries and note any complications that arise because of your injuries. Report the incident as soon as possible after it occurs. Record detailed descriptions and notes about the facts of the incident. Keep receipts of medication and medical care you received Contact an experienced personal injury attorney in Los Angeles who can help you navigate your claim.
    Not all personal injury claims make it to court. In fact, a majority of injury cases are settled without having to litigate. What’s the difference between a settlement and going to trial? What are the pros and cons of each? There are two ways in which compensation can be awarded to you for your claim: through a settlement or by going to trial. There are pros and cons to each. When your claim is settled, the compensation for your claim is decided outside of court, usually through negotiations between lawyers.
    In California, you have two years to file a personal injury claim against an individual or non-government entity. If the injury is not immediately known, you have one year from the date the injury is discovered. If you’ve suffered injuries from an accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you should act quickly to ensure you are able to recover compensation for your losses.

    Notifying Insurance Companies

    You should notify your insurance company and the responsible party’s insurance company as soon as possible after your accident. Most insurance companies request that you file your claim within 24 – 48 hours after your accident. When you file a personal injury insurance claim, you are requesting that the at-fault party’s insurance pay for the losses you suffered as a result of your accident, and the compensation amount is determined during negotiations. Seeking Compensation You can get financial compensation in two ways: filing a personal injury insurance claim or filing a personal injury lawsuit. Generally, compensation can be sought for two types of damages: economic and non-economic. Economic damages are those with a measurable monetary value, such as medical expenses and lost wages. On the other hand, non-economic damages refer to losses that cannot be easily quantified, such as pain and suffering or emotional distress. It is important to understand the types of damages available in your case so that you can seek compensation for all of your related losses. Soon after your accident, contact a knowledgeable personal injury attorney in Los Angeles who can explain the time limits to you and help you get the compensation you deserve.
    Our firm is located in downtown Los Angeles. We can take all personal injury cases based in California.

    Get in Touch with an Irvine Burn Injury Attorney

    High-degree burns can cause permanent scarring and even a loss of sensory and motor function. Even comparatively minor burns can still be extremely painful and debilitating in the short term. In both scenarios, you may be able to demand civil restitution for the harm your injury has caused you, but only if you can prove someone else was directly at fault for causing it.

    That is where our Irvine burn injury lawyer could step in to help. Call today to schedule a consultation and learn more about what we could do to assist with your unique case.

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    If your claim has been denied or your attorney has decided to give up, reach out to our firm for a second opinion.