San Diego
Burn Injury
Attorney
Burn injuries are exceptionally painful due to a combination of nerve damage, inflammation, swelling, release of pain-inducing chemicals, and psychological factors. These injuries can lead to an immense physical, emotional, and financial toll upon victims and their families.
Don’t handle this alone. Our experienced attorneys are committed to providing the highest level of legal representation. If you or a loved one has suffered a burn injury, contact us today for a free consultation and let us help you navigate the legal process with care and confidence.
Approximately 450,000 patients receive hospital and emergency room treatment for burns each year.*
Our Approach
Throughout the process, we keep you informed, answer any questions you may have, and provide ongoing support. We limit the number of cases we take on so that we can dedicate the time and attention needed for each case.
With the Hulburt Law Firm by your side, you can focus on your recovery while knowing that your legal claims are being taken care of. If you or a loved one has been involved in a burn injury accident, contact us today for a free case review.
Navigate the Law
Understand and manage the complexities of your case with an expert legal team on your side.
Gather Crucial Evidence
Our legal team collects crucial evidence to present a compelling case.
Negotiate Settlements
We handle negotiations with insurance companies and opposing parties in order to achieve the highest settlements possible.
Representation in Court
Our experienced attorneys provide skilled representation if your case goes to trial.
Case Results
Our attorneys have a proven track record of achieving extraordinary results.
An improperly installed gate fell on a construction worker, killing him.
A defective vehicle design caused a driveshaft failure and fire. The driver suffered third-degree burns.
A lithium ion battery exploded in a man’s pocket, severely burning his leg.
How It Works
Free Case Review
During your free case review, we listen to your story, collect preliminary information, and provide an honest evaluation of your case’s strengths and potential challenges.
Detailed Investigation
Once the scope of work is signed, our team gets to work conducting a thorough investigation to build a strong foundation for your case by examining the accident scene, reviewing medical records and other documents, interviewing witnesses, and inspecting products, if applicable.
Expert Collaboration
To strengthen your case, our firm collaborates with experts, including burn injury specialists, medical professionals, safety analysts, and economists in order to recreate the accident scenario, provide detailed assessments of your injuries and necessary treatments, and calculate the full extent of your financial losses.
Comprehensive Legal Strategy
Based on our investigation and expert collaboration, we develop a tailored legal strategy involving identifying all liable parties, determining claims, and calculating damages.
Settlement Negotiation
Our goal is to ensure you receive full and fair compensation for all your losses. We thoroughly assess the damages you have suffered, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and loss of consortium (compensation for the impact of your injuries on your relationship with your spouse or family).
Litigation & Trial Representation
If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we take your case to court. Our trial attorneys have extensive courtroom experience and are skilled at telling your story, presenting evidence and expert testimony, cross-examining witnesses, and making compelling arguments to the judge and jury.
California Burn Injury Law
California law provides legal avenues for burn injury victims to seek compensation for their injuries when they result from another party’s negligence. See several key points below:
Fault-Based System
Legal Theories for Burn Injury Claims
Statute of Limitations
Damages in Burn Injury Cases
The Hulburt Law Difference
In-Depth Investigations
Forget surface-level research and mediocre inquiries. We dive deep to conduct extensive investigations and gather evidence in order to build your strongest case.
Tech-Forward Approach
We use technology to your advantage. By using video and photography, scene recreations, and graphics, we tell your story in a visually-compelling way that other law firms cannot match.
Maximum Compensation
Defense attorneys and insurance companies know us and respect us. We assess the full extent of your damages and pursue all responsible parties in order to maximize the compensation you deserve.
The Right Experience
Catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases are rarely simple. We have taken on the largest corporations, insurance companies, and defense firms in the country and won.
Genuine Care
We understand how important it is to have a compassionate and considerate lawyer. From providing regular case updates to ensuring clients are adequately prepared for each step of the case, we continually demonstrate our care for all of our clients.
Burn Injury
FAQs
How do I know if I have a valid case for my burn injury?
Who can be held liable for my burn injury?
What types of compensation can I seek in a burn injury lawsuit?
How long do I have to file a burn injury lawsuit?
What evidence is important in a burn injury case?
How long does a burn injury lawsuit take to resolve?
Do I need an attorney to pursue a burn injury lawsuit?
How much will it cost to hire an attorney for my burn injury case?
What should I expect during the legal process?
How do burn injuries affect a person's life?
What are the different degrees of burns?
Why are burn injuries so painful?
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Request a Free Case Review
Simply fill out the form or call 619.821.0500 to receive a free case review. We’ll evaluate what happened, your injuries, and potential defendants to determine how we can best help you.
The Hulburt Law Firm specializes in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases in San Diego, California.
