Damage from a burn injury can stay with you for a lifetime. If you are the victim of someone else’s negligent or reckless act in Lake Worth Beach, a burn injury lawyer will help you meet this challenge by fighting for every dime you deserve.
We understand that no amount of money can undo your pain and suffering. However, securing the compensation you deserve can help you manage the financial burdens and start the healing process. Our Lake Worth Beach personal injury lawyers are highly experienced and well-versed in Florida’s personal injury laws with a proven history of winning. Call for your free case review and take the first step towards securing the compensation you need.
Proving Negligence and Pursuing Compensation for Burn Injuries in Lake Worth Beach
To pursue a financial settlement or judgment for a burn injury in Lake Worth Beach, we must first prove negligence contributed to the accident by showing that:
- The defendant (the responsible party) owed a duty of care to you to act with reasonable care to prevent harm
- The defendant acted or failed to act in a way that was negligent
- That action or inaction resulted in you being injured
- Your injury caused you to suffer damages
The damages that you may recover a settlement for are specific to your accident and injuries but could include:
- Medical care you received at the site of the accident
- Ambulance ride
- Emergency room care
- Hospital stay and treatment
- Surgery
- Medical devices and equipment
- Prescriptions
- Rehab and therapy
- Long-term care
- Transportation to and from medical appointments
- Adaptation of your home to meet your physical needs
- Assistance with childcare, errands, home care, cooking, or other life maintenance activities you previously managed
- Copays, deductibles, or other out-of-pocket expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Trauma and challenges associated with disfigurement or disability
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of or change in relationships
- Loss of income
- Loss of future earnings if you cannot resume work
Speak with a Lake Worth Beach burn injury attorney at Ged Lawyers to understand the scope of your burn injury claim.
We Have Been Dedicated to Justice for Florida Personal Injury Victims Since 1995
Since 1995, our law firm has served the needs of those who have suffered injuries in Florida with personal attention and a relentless passion for justice. When you and your family come to us for help, we:
- Ensure you receive proper medical treatment
- Investigate the accident to determine if negligence was involved and who is liable for damages by collecting eyewitness statements, police and medical records, CCTV footage, and other informative evidence
- Identify the losses you have suffered and assist you in filing a compensation claim with the liable party’s insurance company
- Negotiate for a full and fair compensation settlement
- File a personal injury lawsuit and represent you in court if the insurance company is acting in bad faith
Recent Case Results at Ged Lawyers
Our experienced attorneys provide exceptional service and work hard to get case results for our clients. For example:
- $6,500,000 gas explosion
- $4,500,000 crash accident
- $7,130,000 commercial trucking accident
- $1,200,000 child’s death
Clients like Gerald and Jen represent the positive reviews we get from those we serve:
“Overall great experience with Blanche working my case. Fast response times, great communication, and kept me updated throughout the process of the case. Would recommend GED Law to my friends and family.” – Gerald T.
“YESENIA is the best! I can’t say enough about how she is devoted to her work . . . I would have been lost without her and her unbelievable compassion and kindness during such a hard time for me. I could count on her day or night to answer all my questions and for that level of kindness and support, I am grateful!! GED lawyers really do deserve consideration . . . they won’t disappoint!” – Jen T.
Florida Law Places a Two-Year Deadline for Filing a Burn Injury Lawsuit
With a few exceptions, Florida Statutes § 95.11 gives you two years to file a personal injury lawsuit for your burn injuries. If you do not act within two years from the date of your accident, you may be barred from doing so and lose your chance to recover financial compensation.
Our burn injury attorneys in Lake Worth Beach can explain in more detail how this affects your case.
Our Lake Worth Beach Burn Injury Attorneys Work on a Contingency Fee Basis
At Ged Lawyers, we offer free, no-obligation case evaluations. At the end of that initial meeting, we will have a good understanding of your story and you will receive our best legal advice for the next steps in your case.
If we believe your case does not need the guidance of an attorney, we will tell you so, and if we think we can help you, we will do so on a contingency fee basis. You will pay nothing until we win a compensation settlement or judgment for you. If we do not win your case, you will pay nothing. We do not want finances to stand in the way of you receiving the best possible legal representation for your claim.
Understanding the Different Sources and Burn Injury Classifications
Burns can come from many sources, such as:
- Electrical burns from a live current
- Chemical burns from a substance such as acid or solvent
- Radiation burns from sources such as the ultraviolet rays of the sun or cancer therapy
- Thermal or heat burns from a source of heat like fire or boiling water
Burns are classified as:
- First-degree burn on the top layer (epidermis) of skin like a sunburn with no blisters
- Second-degree burn reaches the middle layer of skin (dermis) and may be blistered and swollen
- Third-degree burn damages the top and middle layers of skin and can be severe
- Fourth-degree burn reaches and burns muscle and bone
Discuss Your Legal Options with a Lake Worth Beach Burn Injury Lawyer Today
Our burn injury attorneys in Lake Worth Beach and staff at Ged Lawyers believe that each case is worth giving everything we have every day we are here.
Take advantage of our free case evaluation today and find out what your legal options are from our knowledgeable and caring team.
