Burn Injury Attorney
Legal Help After a Serious Burn
Serious burns can change every part of life in an instant. You may be facing surgeries, painful treatments, time away from work, and questions about how you will pay for all of it. In the middle of that, trying to untangle insurance forms or legal issues on your own can feel overwhelming.
At Pierce, Sloan, Kennedy & Early LLC, our trial lawyers represent people who have suffered severe burns and their families. We focus on handling the complex legal and financial aspects of a burn injury claim so you can focus on medical care and day to day life. Our team serves clients in the Charleston area and across this part of South Carolina.
We are a litigation focused firm that takes a thoughtful, diligent, and comprehensive approach to serious cases. When you contact us, we work to answer your questions, calm your concerns, and provide a clear path forward.
To discuss your situation, Call (843) 968-0886 to speak with our Charleston burn injury lawyers and schedule a free consultation.
Why Burn Victims Choose Our Firm
Burn injury cases are often complex and fact-intensive. There may be questions about how a fire or explosion started, whether safety standards were followed, and which parties may be legally responsible. Our attorneys regularly handle catastrophic injury cases and are prepared to manage disputes involving multiple parties and significant damages.
We take a comprehensive approach to every serious injury matter. This includes focusing on both the major themes of a case and the smaller details that can influence responsibility and the value of a claim. In burn cases, those details can involve building conditions, product warnings, work procedures, or the way medical care is documented.
Cost and risk are real concerns after a life changing injury. Our firm is known for using creative, low risk legal strategies that are designed to be cost effective while still protecting our clients’ rights and interests. We work to choose paths that fit your situation rather than forcing a single approach.
Cost and risk are real concerns after a life-changing injury. Our firm uses carefully considered legal strategies designed to remain cost-effective while still protecting clients’ rights. We aim to select approaches that fit each client’s situation rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all solution.
Serious Burn Injuries & Their Impact
Burn injuries are different from many other trauma related conditions. Even after the initial emergency has passed, recovery can involve long hospital stays, skin grafts, repeated procedures, and a long period of rehabilitation. The pain, limited movement, and risk of infection can affect nearly every daily activity.
Different degrees of burns affect the body in different ways. First degree burns usually damage only the outer layer of skin, while second and third degree burns can reach deeper tissue, nerves, and muscles. More severe burns can lead to permanent scarring, contractures that limit movement, and long term nerve issues.
The emotional and social impact can be just as serious. Visible scarring or disfigurement may change how you feel about your appearance, which can affect work, relationships, and daily confidence. Many burn survivors also grapple with anxiety, sleep problems, or memories of the fire or incident itself.
All of this can create a heavy financial burden. Hospitalization, surgery, medications, rehabilitation, counseling, and adaptive equipment can add up quickly. Time away from work or the need to change jobs can reduce household income at the very moment expenses are rising.
Common categories of loss in burn cases include:
- Medical treatment and hospitalization, including future care needs
- Lost income, reduced hours, or diminished earning ability
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress related to the injury
- Scarring, disfigurement, and their impact on daily life
- Assistance with daily tasks or long term care support
When we evaluate a burn injury claim, we look beyond immediate bills. Our goal is to understand how the injury affects your life now and how it may continue to affect you in the future.
Common Causes & Liability For Burns
Burn injuries in Charleston occur in many settings. Some involve residential or apartment fires. Others result from workplace burn accidents , exposure to chemicals, electrical hazards, or vehicle-related fires following car accidents. Defective products or unsafe equipment may also play a role.
Determining liability can be complicated. A property owner may be responsible for unsafe wiring or missing fire safety measures. Employers or contractors may face responsibility for failing to follow safety procedures. Manufacturers can be held accountable when products are unreasonably dangerous.
Our attorneys regularly handle personal injury claims in Charleston County courts. When evaluating a burn injury case, we review incident reports, photographs, medical records, and applicable safety standards to determine which parties may share responsibility.
Compensation in Burn Injury Cases
After a serious burn, financial concerns often extend far beyond initial medical bills. A well-prepared claim considers both immediate and long-term losses.
Economic damages may include emergency care, surgeries, medications, rehabilitation, and future treatment needs, as well as lost income or reduced earning ability. Non-economic damages may involve pain, emotional distress, and the impact of scarring or disfigurement on daily life. In the most severe cases, compensation may also involve wrongful death claims when a burn injury proves fatal.
Our role is to help clients understand the full scope of their losses and pursue compensation that reflects how the injury affects their lives now and in the future.
Potential sources of legal responsibility can include:
- Property owners or managers who fail to address fire or electrical hazards
- Employers or contractors who do not follow reasonable safety procedures
- Manufacturers or distributors of defective products or equipment
- Companies involved in installing or maintaining electrical systems
- Drivers or vehicle owners when a crash leads to fire related injuries
Many burn injury situations involve more than one potentially responsible party. A burn injury attorney from our firm can examine how each entity’s choices may have contributed to what happened and then develop a strategy that reflects that reality.
How We Guide Your Burn Claim
Reaching out to a lawyer after a serious burn can feel like one more difficult step. We work to make that process straightforward. During an initial consultation, we listen carefully, gather information, and explain potential legal options.
If we move forward together, our team handles communication with insurance companies, tracks deadlines, and manages the legal process while keeping clients informed. Some cases resolve through negotiation, while others require preparation for litigation in South Carolina courts. In either situation, we focus on thoughtful strategy and clear communication.
If you are thinking about contacting a burn injury lawyer, these steps can help:
- Seek all recommended medical care and follow up with your providers
- Keep copies of bills, records, and photographs related to your injuries
- Avoid signing releases or accepting quick payments without legal guidance
- Write down what you remember about how the incident occurred
- Contact our firm to discuss your situation and legal options
By taking these steps and working with a burn injury attorney Charleston residents trust, you give yourself a better opportunity to protect your rights and focus your energy on healing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have a case if my burns are severe?
You may have a case if another person or company’s actions contributed to your burns. The severity of the injury, how it happened, and what safety rules applied all matter. We review these factors with you and then explain whether legal claims may be available in your situation.
How does your firm handle legal costs?
We aim to provide burn injury representation in a way that is cost effective and low risk for our clients. During your consultation, we explain how fees work and what you can expect. Our goal is to give you clear information so you can make decisions with confidence.
What will your team do after I call?
After you call, we schedule a time to learn about your injuries and how they occurred. We then evaluate potential legal options and discuss next steps with you. If we move forward together, our attorneys begin gathering information and handling legal tasks so you can concentrate on recovery.
How long can a burn injury claim take?
The length of a burn injury claim depends on factors such as medical recovery, the number of parties involved, and how disputes are resolved. Some matters end through negotiation, while others proceed through litigation in Charleston County courts. We discuss likely timelines with you as we learn more about your case.
Can you help if my loved one is hospitalized?
Yes. We often speak with family members when a burn survivor is in the hospital or unable to handle legal matters alone. We can gather initial information, discuss options, and explain what authority may be needed to move forward. Our team works to make that process as manageable as possible.
Talk With Our Burn Injury Team
If you or someone close to you has suffered serious burns in or around Charleston, you do not have to face the legal and financial questions alone. The trial lawyers at Pierce, Sloan, Kennedy & Early LLC handle complex burn injury matters and work to protect clients’ rights while they focus on medical care and family.
When you contact us, you can expect a clear conversation about what happened, your concerns, and possible legal paths. We draw on our litigation experience, comprehensive case approach, and cost conscious strategies to guide you through each step. Speaking with us can help you understand your options and decide how to move forward with a burn injury lawyer Charleston residents can depend on.
Call (843) 968-0886 or contact us online to speak with a burn injury attorney serving Charleston and surrounding communities.
