Las Vegas Burn Injury Attorney

Representing Severely Injured Victims Throughout Nevada

A burn injury is any damage to the skin caused by electricity, heat, chemicals, or radiation. Annually, approximately two million people suffer burn injuries, 6,000 of which result in death. Burn injuries are the third largest cause of accidental death in the United States. Fortunately, continuing advances in medical technology allow people to live even with 90 percent of their body damaged by burn injuries.

If you or someone you love suffered severe burns as a result of another person or party’s negligence, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries and other damages. Bertoldo Carter Smith & Cullen can help you seek the fair recovery you are owed. Our Las Vegas burn injury lawyers are ready to put their extensive experience and record of success on your side. If we don’t win your case, you don’t owe any attorneys’ fees.

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Types of Burn Injuries

Burn injuries can occur from various sources, and they are typically classified based on the cause of the burn. Here are the common types of burn injuries:

• Thermal Burns: A thermal burn can occur when someone accidentally touches a hot stove or is exposed to an open flame, such as from a fire or a candle. Another common scenario is when hot liquids, like boiling water or coffee, are spilled on the skin, causing a scald injury. These incidents result in immediate pain, redness, and in more severe cases, blistering or charring of the skin.
• Chemical Burns: Chemical burns can happen when a person comes into contact with harsh substances like industrial cleaners or strong acids. For instance, spilling bleach on the skin or accidentally splashing sulfuric acid can cause severe irritation and tissue damage. The burn may continue to worsen until the chemical is thoroughly washed away.
• Electrical Burns: Electrical burns may occur if someone touches live electrical wires or is struck by lightning. These injuries often leave entry and exit wounds and can cause severe internal damage that might not be immediately visible. Even a minor electrical shock from a faulty appliance can result in significant tissue damage beneath the skin.
• Radiation Burns: Radiation burns are common after prolonged exposure to the sun, leading to sunburn, which causes redness and pain. Tanning beds can also cause similar burns if used improperly. Additionally, radiation therapy for cancer patients can result in burns on the skin, with symptoms varying from mild redness to severe blistering.
• Friction Burns: Friction burns occur when the skin is rubbed vigorously against a rough surface, generating heat and causing damage. A typical example is road rash, which can happen if a motorcyclist skids across the pavement during an accident. Carpet burns are another common friction injury, often resulting from sliding across a carpeted floor.

Degrees of Burn Injuries

Medical professionals categorize burn injury severity into three degrees:

• First-Degree Burns: A first-degree burn is considered to be the least serious type of burn injury. First-degree burn injuries cause damage to the outermost layer of skin, the epidermis, resulting in pain, redness and swelling.
• Second-Degree Burns: A second-degree burn injury causes damage to the first and second layers of the skin, causing pain, redness, sensitivity, and blistering and may appear to be white and dry. With second-degree burn injuries, scarring may appear and skin grafting may be needed.
• Third-Degree Burns: Third-degree burn injuries are the most severe type of burn. In this injury, all levels of the skin are affected, as well as the underlying tissue. Skin may appear to be blackish-brown and leathery. Ironically, third-degree burn injuries may be the least painful because of the extensive nerve damage caused by the burn. If you have experienced a third-degree burn, surgical grafting or a transplant will be necessary.

Burn Injuries Lead to Serious, Lasting Harm

Suffering a burn injury can be a tremendously painful, stressful, and emotional experience. Many experts argue that burn injuries are the most painful type of catastrophic injury a person can endure. While advanced treatment and rehabilitation options are available, burn injuries bear a lengthy recovering time and hefty medical expenses.

If you believe that another party may be partially or fully responsible for your burn injury, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses, medical bills, emotional distress, and more. Burn injuries may be the result of a work-related accident, a construction accident, a defective product, or unsafe premises. In any of these instances, victims can seek compensation from the at-fault person or party.

Discuss Your Case with Our Team Today

The highly renowned Las Vegas burn injury attorneys at Bertoldo Carter Smith & Cullen are available to discuss your case free of charge. Our goal is to give you the best possible service while helping you obtain the recovery you deserve. If you have suffered burn injuries and you believe someone else is to blame, it is important that you contact a qualified and experienced lawyer to help you maximize your legal interests.

If you need representation or compensation, don’t hesitate any longer. The law firm of Bertoldo Carter Smith & Cullen is here to help! We stand by our clients and will take every step necessary in representing you and your best interests. If you’re unable to leave home or the hospital, we’ll come directly to you.

Our personal injury lawyers in Las Vegas are always available for a consultation, either online or by phone at (702) 505-8115. Get in touch today!