Burns are extremely painful and often life-altering. The Birmingham burn injury attorney at our firm can identify the party who caused your injury and fight for the money you need to pay medical bills, support your family, and start putting your life back together again.
With 30 years of experience, our Birmingham catastrophic injury lawyer knows how to handle even the most complex of cases. Call the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown today to get started. We charge no attorneys’ fees until you win your case.
How to Get Compensation for a Burn Injury
Dwayne L. Brown and our entire legal team can help you pursue damages by:
- Collecting evidence to show how serious your burns are
- Collecting evidence to prove the at-fault party’s liability
- Reaching out to the liable party’s insurance company to open negotiations
- Fighting hard against any false or unfair accusations made by the insurer
- Taking your case to trial at Tenth Judicial Circuit Court or another court if necessary
- Educating you about your rights and options
- Keeping you updated about what is going on with your case
By taking these and other timely legal actions, our burn injury lawyer in Birmingham can fight for damages like pain and suffering, scarring, reduced quality of life, medical expenses, loss of wages and earning capacity, and property damage.
Our former clients frequently describe what a “great experience” they had with our firm, and how our Birmingham lawyer “puts his clients first” while providing “highly competent,” “wonderful service” during a confusing and difficult time. Call now to find out how the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown can provide comfort and support to your family.
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What to Do After a Burn Accident
Burns are potentially serious injuries that require immediate care and treatment in order to minimize pain, scarring, and long-term effects on your life. Protect yourself by:
Getting Away From the Source of the Burn
You do not want to sustain any further injuries. Get as far away from the burn source as possible, whether it is a hot or cold object, open flames, or a caustic chemical.
You can also apply basic first aid for burns, which may include removing items that can get stuck if the injury area swells up (e.g., removing a bracelet from a burned arm) and covering the area with a clean cloth. Call 911 immediately for professional medical help.
Collecting Evidence of What Caused Your Burn Injury
Accident scenes can change quickly, so if you can do anything to preserve the scene as it was right after your injury, this can help our personal injury attorney prove your case. Evidence might include the at-fault party’s contact and insurance information, as well as contact information from anyone who witnessed the accident.
You can also use your phone to take photos of your injuries and the object or environment that caused the burn. This way, even if the source of the burn is later removed, you can still prove it existed.
Finally, keep copies of all relevant paperwork, such as medical bills, and write down a summary of all conversations you have with your doctors, the insurance adjuster, and other involved parties.
Consulting a Burn Injury Lawyer
The insurance company may try to reduce your payout by unfairly blaming you for the accident, downplaying how serious your burn is, or simply refusing to respond to your claim in a timely manner. It is in your best interests to get legal advice as soon as possible so the insurer does not succeed in underpaying your claim.
Before you agree to the insurer’s requests or sign any settlement agreements, let our burn lawyer review your situation, inform you about your rights, and make sure that the settlement offers you receive are appropriate.
Get a Free Consultation From Our Law Firm
A personal injury deserves personal attention. When you call the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown, we will take the time to fully understand what happened to you and craft a legal strategy that can help you meet your goals and move toward the future you want. Call today to get started with a free, confidential case review.
Common Questions About Burn Injuries
For information specific to your situation, we encourage you to reach out to our attorney in Birmingham. Below is general information that may help guide your thought process and decision-making until you speak with our team.
Can You File a Lawsuit for a Burn Injury?
If you can prove that someone else’s negligence caused your injury, then yes, you can sue them. However, filing a lawsuit is not always necessary.
Our legal team is often able to settle cases out of court. This process is typically much faster than going to trial and would involve negotiating with the liable party’s insurance company until they agreed to pay a fair settlement.
If we do end up filing a lawsuit in your case, our personal injury lawyer would handle all of the details, from selecting jury members to presenting evidence and witnesses in the courtroom.
What Is the Statute of Limitations on Burn Injuries in Alabama?
In most cases, you will have only two years to file a lawsuit. Once the deadline passes, it could be much more difficult to recover any compensation for your losses, so it is a good idea to contact an attorney as soon as you are medically stable.
What Burn Centers Are There Near Birmingham?
Local burn centers include NIA Health and UAB Russell Clinic. Check with the American Burn Association for a full list of burn centers in your area. You can also consult the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown, as we are familiar with local medical providers and would be happy to recommend someone if you need treatment or want a second opinion.
