There is no average burn injury settlement in Florida because each case is different. The amount of damages in a claim varies from case to case. That amount is dependent on factors such as the severity of the burn injury, the circumstances of the accident, and the individual’s situation.
No one knows better than you what you have been through and what your burn injury has cost you. You can fight for damages that you have incurred because of your accident. If you have suffered a burn injury and are not sure what you should do next, our Florida burn injury lawyers can help guide you.
Burn Injury Settlements Are Different for Each Case
Your life is unique to you. So is your burn injury case. There are many factors that go into determining the value of damages in a personal injury settlement in Florida. It is important to consider all aspects of your case when filing an insurance claim for your burn injury.
The Type of Burn You Suffered Helps Determine Your Settlement
A major factor in your case is the severity of your injuries. Burn injuries are not just one injury: they range in severity. According to the Cleveland Clinic, there are three main types of burns:
- First-degree burns are the least severe. These affect just the top layer of skin, or the epidermis.
- Second-degree burns are more severe and also affect the second layer of skin, or the dermis.
- Third-degree burns are the most severe. They affect every layer of the skin.
As a general rule, the more serious the burn, the more money you may need to ask for in a legal action. However, severity is just one part of a large picture when it comes to your case.
Medical Costs and Your Burn Injury Settlement
Burn injuries require treatment. The more severe the injury, the more intensive—and, potentially, expensive—the treatment. The total amount of a settlement could include such costs as:
- Prescription medication
- Medical equipment
- Specialist visits at one of Florida’s burn centers, such as the Warden Burn Center in Orlando or the HCA Florida Kendall Hospital in Miami
- Home modifications
- Surgeries, such as skin grafts
- Transportation to doctor visits
- Psychological care
- Physical or occupational therapy
There are many things to consider when establishing a compensation amount for a case. Our burn injury attorneys can help navigate this complicated situation.
Other Factors That Will Affect Your Burn Injury Settlement
Damages are monetary compensation for the hardships, both economic and non-economic, that have fallen on a victim after an injury, including a burn. Physical, financial, and mental suffering are all considered when putting together a case and fighting for everything the victim is owed.
These can include:
- Medical treatment: As previously mentioned, you can be reimbursed for your medical costs, and these costs will depend on where and how badly you were burned.
- Emotional distress: Suffering a burn can be deeply traumatizing and cause many mental health problems, such as anxiety, insomnia, or difficulty socializing.
- Physical pain: Burns can be excruciating and cause temporary or permanent disabilities. You may also be left with painful scars that affect how others treat you and how you think of yourself.
- Occupation: Your occupation at the time of the accident will play a significant role in determining your full compensation amount. Damages in a case include the wages that the victim lost at the time of the accident and its aftermath. In addition, if the victim is no longer able to return to their normal line of work, or if the victim no longer has the same earning potential, damages can include their diminished earning capacity.
- Accident circumstances: The details of what actually happened to cause the burn injury will of course be considered in a case. If there is liability on the part of a driver, a business owner, or anyone else, that will affect how a case plays out. Additionally, an insurance company may want details to determine if they are actually liable.
Determining Your Total Burn Injury Settlement
These are not all the factors that go into a burn injury settlement. There is no average settlement amount in Florida, so it is very important that you have a good understanding of your case and how much money you qualify for.
Our Florida personal injury attorneys can assist in gathering all the necessary evidence and putting together a case for compensation. Your burn injuries were not your fault, and you should not have to pay the price.
Burn Injury Cases Are Subject to the Statute of Limitations
An insurance claim is the first step to recovering compensation after suffering a burn injury. Depending on the circumstances of your case, a lawsuit may be in order, too. However, it is important to remember that Florida has a statute of limitations for burn injury lawsuits. You have two years from the time of your accident to file a lawsuit, according to Florida Statutes § 95.11(4)(a).
You do not want to wait to begin your case. It is a good idea to start your burn injury case right away to keep your options open. If you pass the two-year limit after your accident, you may be left with no options.
Call Our Burn Injury Law Firm for a Consultation About Your Case
There is no average burn injury settlement in Florida because there is no average victim. You can call Ged Lawyers now for a free consultation about your case. We will not charge you any fee unless we win. We can work for you to get every dime you are owed.
Your settlement is about you, not an average. We treat each client as an individual, and we want to stand by you in your fight. Call us now to see what our team of Florida personal injury lawyers can do in your burn injury case.
