Each year approximately 1.25 million Americans suffer burn injuries. Of these, 45,000 are hospitalized and 4,500 die. Burns are the third-largest cause of accidental deaths in the United States and frequently result in severe long-term physical, psychological and economic consequences. Victims of severe burns face a long road to recovery that may include painful skin grafts and surgeries with many months of rehabilitation. Though we typically think of heat from fires or explosions as causing burns, there are actually many types of burn injuries. These include electrical burns, chemical burns and radiation burns, among others. While electrical, construction and industrial workers are especially at risk for burn injuries, many burn victims are injured in residential fires, by fireworks or in motor vehicle accidents.

If you or a loved one has suffered a severe burn, it is crucial to consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Our skilled trial lawyers can help you secure all of the compensation to which you may be entitled. This may include compensation for pain and suffering, financial loss, emotional distress and past, current and future medical expenses. In some cases, you may also be entitled to punitive damages for another party’s wrongdoing. Our dedicated personal injury attorneys can also help you deal with your insurance company, as well as the insurer of the other party or parties. The insurance companies have lawyers working hard to minimize their payouts; you need a lawyer who will work just as hard for you.

At Feldman Shepherd, we are committed to helping our clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey obtain the best possible recovery as expeditiously as possible. We are here to serve you with hard work, attention to detail and a caring approach tailored to your individual needs. If we may be of assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us today.