Fires have the ability to appear without warning, and they tend to strike fear to those within the range of their damage potential. If you are a person who was unfortunate enough to be trapped in a fire and were injured as a result of it, you are keenly cognizant of the fact that the external scars, while painful and enduring, does not compare to the internal scarring it causes. However, you should be compensated for both of these injuries if someone acted negligently is the cause of the fire that resulted in your injuries. Unfortunately, most victims are unaware of where to start in the process of recovering damages for their burn injuries. This is especially true for the person who has never gone through litigation before. There are numerous questions that burn victims have, and we have added some FAQ’s below that address the most common concerns burn victims. However, it is always more advantageous to speak directly with a qualified and experienced attorney here at The Doan Law Office. If you are the victim of burn injuries, do not wait, call us today.
What are the facts about burn injuries?
If someone is responsible for starting a fire that inevitably injured you, you may have a case, depending on the nature of the lawsuit that is filed. The complicated nature of fires, the key will be located the culpable party. This is primarily due to the fact that there will usually be a lot of finger pointing going on, or they will claim that it was an act of God. You will need clear and distinct proof that it was the defendant’s fault in order to have a valid claim. Additionally, if there is contributory negligence on your part, you may be barred from filing a claim. Generally, if you are more than 50 percent responsible, you will not be able to seek damages.
The manner in which your burn injury cases is built will depend heavily on the type of lawsuit that is filed. Here are some examples of the types of lawsuits that will most likely be filed for fire-related injuries.
Who am I able to sue in a lawsuit involving a burn injury?
You are able to bring a claim against any person or entity that can be held responsible for the cause of the fire, or for not taking reasonable action to ensure you’re safe.
This can apply to:
Because of the uniqueness of the type of harm caused by fire, the compensation that can be collected due to harm caused by fire may be dissimilar to other injury compensations settlements or awards. Briefly, here are some types of recovery that you can look for when seeking compensation for your fire-related injuries.
Generally, you have a maximum of two years to file your case to claim compensation for your injuries, meaning that if someone starts a fire that causes you injury, you have two years to file a claim in the form of a lawsuit. This two-year window does not begin to close until you have identified that you have sustained an injury.
Working with an experienced burn injury lawyer at The Doan Law Firm means that you will have some representing your best interest that will fight for every dollar that you deserve. We will handle everything from the onset, allowing you to focus on getting better, and returning to some sense of normalcy in your life.
If you have suffered a burn injury, contact our office for your initial free consultation, and you will be able to speak with one of our attorneys about the facts of your case.
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