A burn injury can be caused by heat, electricity, chemicals or radiation. Heat burns such as those associated with fire, boiling water/oil or steam are most common. Radiation burns such as those associated with sunburn are also extremely common.

    The severity of a given burn injury is determined by a variety of factors, some of which include:

• Depth of the burned area
• Size of the burn
• Age & health of the burn victim
• Location of the burn
• Cause of the burn

    Critical burn injuries require immediate medical attention in order to prevent patient death. When in combination with other injuries such as broken bones or profuse bleeding, moderate burn injuries can also be viewed as critical.

    Even with proper care, the damage can ultimately lead to premature death. The psychological effects of a burn injury, which include suicidal depression and post-traumatic stress syndrome, are equally devastating.

    When you or a family member has been the victim of a fire, explosion, or chemical burn, you need experienced, respected and trusted attorney.