Burn Injury Lawyers Helping People Hurt in Durham

In the Bull City, people are burned at work, play, and at home through no fault of their own far too often.

For example, if you are an employee at one of the state’s many textile or furniture manufacturing plants, you could be vulnerable to chemical and electrical burns. And, unfortunately, whether you are driving to Duke for work or Durham Athletic Park for play, you could be involved in a serious car accident and suffer significant burn injuries. There are also many other instances where you could suffer burn injuries, such as a house fire caused by faulty wiring.

In these situations, you can seek compensation for the harms and losses you have suffered due to the negligence of others. The insurance company, however, will likely try to pay you as little as possible, no matter how severe your burn injuries are.

But you don’t have to take them on alone. The burn injury lawyers at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin have helped injury victims for more than 25 years. Call us today at 1-866-900-7078 to discuss your case and receive a free case evaluation. We are here 24/7 and ready to fight for you.

Were Your Burn Injuries Someone Else’s Fault?

This is an important question to answer when it comes to seeking compensation for a burn personal injury – especially in Durham. North Carolina is one of a handful of states that still follows the doctrine of contributory negligence. Under contributory negligence, if you are found to be responsible for your injuries – even 1% – the insurance company can try to deny you any compensation at all.

This is one of the many reasons why burn victims should consult with an experienced attorney who can build your case and try to demonstrate who was at fault for your burn injuries. If you have been burned due to someone else’s negligence, we can help you seek compensation and counter the insurance company’s tactics.

It’s important to note that if your burn occurred at work, fault is usually not a factor in whether or not you can receive compensation. Most on-the-job burns fall under workers’ compensation laws which are part of a no-fault system. So, even if you were responsible for your burn injury, you could still be eligible for workers’ comp benefits.

As a part of the workers’ comp arrangement, you are not able to sue your employer if they were responsible for the accident. However, if a third party who is not related to your employer, manager, or fellow workers was responsible for your injuries – for example, if you were burned at work by defective machinery – you may be able to file a personal injury claim against the negligent party. 

How Do I Know if I Can File a Burn Injury Compensation Claim?

Burn injuries can be complicated and confusing. We can give you a free professional evaluation of your burn injury compensation claim.

An experienced Durham attorney to help you after your burn injury can be essential because:

• There may be multiple insurance companies involved, all trying to establish who was negligent. Remember: Because North Carolina follows the doctrine of contributory negligence, if they can prove that you were just 1% responsible for your injuries, they may try to deny you compensation completely.
• Burns sustained at work are likely to fall under workers’ compensation laws, rather than personal injury laws. Workers’ comp can provide medical and lost wage benefits but prohibits you from suing your employer or obtaining compensation for pain and suffering. Your attorney can guide you on what steps to take to help protect your interests.
• Burns sustained as part of a defective product claim (such as a mass tort or class action) often fall under different rules, timelines, and procedures. Missing a deadline could jeopardize your opportunity to receive compensation, but an attorney can significantly increase your odds of success.

Call us today at 1-866-900-7078 or contact us online for a free case evaluation of your burn injury claim to help you decide how you want to proceed.

Can I Get Compensation for a Burn at Work?

Yes, you can file a workers’ compensation claim for a burn injury that occurred at work in Durham.

If approved, workers’ compensation generally pays for medical expenses and lost wages related to work injuries, but you are not legally entitled to compensation for pain and suffering under workers’ compensation. A workers’ comp attorney can guide you through the process of filing a workers’ compensation claim and negotiating a potential settlement with your employer or their insurance company.

What Compensation Am I Owed for a Burn Injury?

Our personal injury attorneys can help you seek compensation for damages resulting from a burn injury, including:

• Medical costs (present and future)
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering, where allowed under the law
• Loss of consortium (loss of the benefits from a personal relationship)
• Disability

The amount of compensation you may be owed depends on many factors, including the severity and permanence of your burn injury, the cost of medical treatment you receive and may need in the future, and more. Our burn injury lawyers have helped many burn victims estimate and fight for the damages they have suffered due to the negligence of others, and we can help you, too.

Our Experienced Burn Injury Lawyers Will Handle Your Case So You Can Focus on Getting Better

At the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, our workers’ compensation attorneys and personal injury attorneys have represented many burn accident victims. We care about our clients and know that burn injuries can leave behind devastating physical and emotional scars.

Serious injuries demand serious attention. Don’t leave your future to chance. Take action and tell them you mean business.

Worried about attorney fees? We understand, but there’s no need. Our burn injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means you won’t pay any attorney’s fee unless we recover for you. Guaranteed.²

Don’t delay in contacting an attorney for your free case evaluation. You can visit our Durham office, or we can even come to you. Our team is available 24/7 at 1-866-900-7078, or chat with us right now.