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Arizona Burn Injury Attorneys
Every year, nearly 400,000 people in the United States suffer from burn injuries – a silent epidemic that leaves victims and their families grappling with physical pain, emotional trauma, and financial hardship. The devastating consequences of severe burns, with a mortality rate reaching as high as 17.8%, underscore the critical need for specialized medical care and unwavering legal support.
At Ramos Law, we understand the profound impact burn injuries can have on every aspect of your life. We’re not just lawyers; we’re compassionate advocates dedicated to fighting for the rights of burn victims. Our experienced team is here to guide you through the complex legal process, ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and the pain and suffering you’ve endured. Don’t face this challenging journey alone. Contact Ramos Law today, and let us help you secure the justice and financial security you need to rebuild your life.
Common Burn Injury Causes
The liable party must be held accountable for negligence, regardless of whether they “meant” to cause harm. Burn injuries often result from the following incidents:
- Vacation accidents
- Residential fires
- Defective products
- Car accidents
- Work accidents
Numerous burn cases are severe. Common causes of these life-threatening and life-altering burn injuries include the following:
- Chemical spills and exposure
- Fire
- Steam
- Electrical shock
- Scalding or boiling liquids or chemicals
Burn Types & Treatments
Burns fall into four main categories: first, second, third, and fourth degree. Severity, pain, and treatment increase with each degree.
First Degree Burns
Victims suffering from first-degree burns typically heal with little medical intervention. Injuries categorized as first-degree only damage the skin’s top layer.
Second Degree Burns
Most second-degree injuries require at least over-the-counter pain relief and treatment. They may take several weeks or even months to heal. In severe cases, second-degree injuries may require grafts to repair the top few layers of skin.
Third Degree Burns
Individuals with third-degree burns suffer debilitating pain. These injuries frequently damage every skin layer and can negatively affect internal tissues and organs. Third-degree burn victims require long-term medical care and even amputation in some cases.
Fourth Degree Burns
Fourth-degree burns necessitate long-term medical care, medications, surgeries, and skin grafts. Victims often lose function in the affected areas because the injury reaches below the subcutaneous skin to the bone and muscle.
United States Burn Incidence Facts
Burn Injuries Receiving Medical Treatment: 398,000
Source: CDC, National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey 2021 (accessed January 2024)
Fire/Smoke Inhalation Deaths: 3,800
- Of these, 3,010 are due to structure fires and 680 are due to motor vehicle fires.
- This equates to one fire-related death every 2 hours and 17 minutes.
Source: National Fire Protection Association, Fire loss in the US trend tables 2021 (accessed January 2024)
National Hospital Burn Admissions Per Year: 29,165
- This represents 88.5 admissions per million lives per year.
- Overall mortality rate for burn admissions is 2.7%.
- 52.4% of admissions are for minor injuries not requiring surgery (mortality rate 0.36%).
- 4.4% of admissions are for extensive burns requiring surgery and prolonged ventilation (mortality rate 17.8%).
- 32% of admissions are for deep burns requiring surgery without prolonged ventilation (mortality rate 2.6%).
- 94 hospitals admit at least 100 burn patients per year, accounting for 81% of all burn admissions.
- Burn admissions are most common from May to August.
- US Census Area 5 (South Atlantic) has the most admissions, while US Census Area 1 (New England) has the fewest.
- 33.3% of burn admissions are female.
- 57.1% are White non-Hispanic, 19.6% are Black non-Hispanic, 14.5% are Hispanic, 2.6% are Asian/Pacific Islander, and 0.8% are Native American.
- For primary payor, 20.1% have Medicare, 33.3% have Medicaid, 26.6% have private insurance, and 10.2% are uninsured/self-pay.
- The median age of injury for children is 3 years, and for adults, it’s 49 years.
Source: 2020 Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP)/National Inpatient Sample (NIS) data (accessed January 2024)
Selected Statistics: 2018-2022 Burn Admissions to Burn Centers
- Survival Rate: 97.7%
- Median Age: 39 years
- Gender: 66% Male, 34% Female
- Ethnicity: 59% Caucasian, 20% African-American, 14% Hispanic, 7% Other
- Admission Cause: 40% Fire/Flame, 32% Scald, 10% Contact, 3% Electrical, 3% Chemical, 9% Other
Source: Burn Injury Summary Report, American Burn Association 2023
Phoenix Burn Injury Attorneys Frequently Asked Questions
You likely have questions about burn injuries and how to pursue compensation. We’ve compiled a list of the top questions we receive and their answers below.
The recovery process for burn injuries varies based on severity. First-degree burns may heal in a few days without treatment, while third-degree burns can take weeks or months.
Treatment typically involves cleansing, bandaging the wound, and administering medication to assist with pain and prevent infection. Surgery like a skin graft procedure may be needed to repair damaged tissue in extreme cases.
If you have a burn injury claim, speaking with our skilled Phoenix personal injury attorneys is essential. We can help you understand your legal rights and advise you on pursuing a lawsuit. Contact Ramos Law today to learn more about how we can help you.
In Arizona, the statute of limitations for filing a burn injury lawsuit is two years from the date of injury. We can help you file within the allotted timeframe.
Photographs, medical records, witness statements, and other documents may be required to prove your burn injury case. Ramos Law’s burn injury attorneys in Phoenix, AZ, can provide comprehensive legal representation to secure fair compensation for burn victims and their families.
Burn Injury Lawyers in Phoenix, AZ, Representing Victims & Their Families
Burn injury victims and their families experience significant challenges from someone else’s actions, behaviors, or negligence. The burn injury lawyers in Phoenix, AZ, of Ramos Law are committed to representing victims and their families.
If you or a loved one endured a severe burn injury due to another party’s mindless actions, you may be entitled to recover damages such as the following:
- Permanent or temporary disability
- Medical expenses
- Physical pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life
- Lost wages
- Disfigurement
- Emotional distress
We can help you determine eligibility and ensure you receive the compensation you’re entitled to. Call us at Ramos Law or complete our online form today for a complimentary consultation.
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