Burn Injuries Attorney Serving Houston and Throughout Texas

How soon should I seek legal help after a burn? It’s best to consult promptly to preserve evidence and ensure critical deadlines are met. Early involvement helps gather scene photos, witness information, and records before they are lost. What documentation matters most? Detailed medical records, incident reports, photographs of injuries and the scene, witness statements, and any maintenance or product records are all important in building a strong claim.

You may recover economic losses such as past and future medical expenses, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs. Calculating future medical needs and ongoing therapy is a key part of this assessment. Non-economic damages such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life may also be recoverable depending on the facts and severity of the burn.

In most personal injury cases in Texas, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of injury. Missing the deadline can bar your right to sue, so it’s important to act promptly. There are limited exceptions that may extend the deadline in special circumstances, so discuss your case as soon as possible to understand applicable timelines.

Insurance companies may authorize payment for emergency care and initial treatment, but they often limit ongoing coverage until liability is established. Keep detailed billing records and provide documentation to support continuing care. Consulting with a legal team early can help coordinate with providers and insurers so necessary treatment continues while your claim is being evaluated.

Early offers are frequently low and may not reflect the full cost of future care or losses. Before accepting any offer, evaluate whether it covers long-term medical needs and rehabilitation. A legal review can help you understand the value of your claim and whether an early settlement is in your best interest.

Many claims resolve through negotiation and settlement without a trial, but some cases require filing suit and pursuing litigation to obtain fair compensation. Preparing for trial strengthens negotiation leverage. Your legal team will advise on the likely outcomes and recommend the best path based on the facts and the insurer’s willingness to negotiate.

Settlements consider past and future medical costs, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, and other related losses. Expert opinions and medical cost projections often inform the valuation. Settlement value also depends on the degree of liability, available insurance limits, and the strength of the evidence supporting the claim.

Yes, claims can include compensation for emotional distress, anxiety, depression, and loss of enjoyment of life caused by a burn injury. Documentation from mental health providers and testimony about quality-of-life impacts supports these claims. Courts and insurers evaluate emotional damages alongside physical injuries to determine appropriate compensation.

Workplace burns may be covered by workers’ compensation, which provides certain benefits but can limit the ability to sue your employer. In some situations, you may have a third-party claim against a contractor, manufacturer, or property owner in addition to workers’ compensation benefits. Discuss your case promptly to identify all potential sources of recovery and ensure you meet filing deadlines for both workers’ comp and any civil claims.

We provide case evaluation, help coordinate medical documentation, investigate incidents, and negotiate with insurers to pursue compensation that reflects the full scope of your injuries. Our goal is to reduce stress for clients while advancing their claims. Call (713) 780-1633 to schedule a consultation and learn how we can assist with evidence collection, damages assessment, and pursuing a resolution tailored to your needs.