Burn Injuries
Our team of experienced truck accident lawyers is here to fight for the fair compensation you deserve for your burn injuries.
You don't have to face the legal battle for your burn injuries alone. Our team of compassionate and experienced truck accident attorneys is here to provide support and fight for the fair compensation you deserve.
Truck Accident Burn Injury Attorneys: Proven Expertise
In 2021 alone, a staggering 174,000+ highway vehicle fires were reported in the United States. This alarming statistic serves as a powerful reminder of how prevalent burn injuries related to vehicle crashes can be.
When these vehicle crashes involve large trucks, the impact is even more profound, leaving truck crash victims with severe burn injuries, that will have lifelong physical, psychological, and financial consequences for truck crash victims and their families.
If you find yourself or a loved one navigating the pain and suffering that accompanies burn injury caused by a truck accident, you don’t have to face this uphill battle alone. Partnering with an experienced truck accident lawyer at The Law Firm for Truck Safety can make all the difference in your case compensation, well-being, and future.
Truck Accident Attorneys Seeking Justice for Burn Injury Claims
Hiring the right truck injury lawyers is essential to your burn injury case. Our team of highly skilled burn injury attorneys is strategically located throughout the country, ready to leverage their extensive knowledge and vast network to ensure you receive the justice you seek.
The Law Firm for Truck Safety’s attorneys have a successful track record of securing multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts for clients, including those with plegia. These results have helped our clients maintain independent and fulfilling lives.
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Involved in a Crash?
No other law firm knows trucks quite like us. Our trucking law expertise and trial experience allow us to win multi-million-dollar results year after year.
Our team of truck accident attorneys works tirelessly to help your family find justice in the wake of a catastrophic truck crash.
Referrals & Co-Counsel
No other law firm knows trucks quite like us. Our trucking law expertise and trial experience allow us to win multi-million-dollar results year after year.
Involved in a Crash?
Our team of truck accident attorneys works tirelessly to help your family find justice in the wake of a catastrophic truck crash.
What Sets Our Truck Accident Attorneys Apart?
Lawyers NBTA Certified in Truck Crash Law
Lawyers with
Class A CDLs
Settlements and Verdicts
$1 Million and over
Largest Truck Crash Verdict
in Ohio History
When you choose the Law Firm for Truck Safety, you are not just hiring legal representation; you are gaining a dedicated ally who will fiercely advocate for your rights and champion your story.
Our commitment to our clients extends beyond simply securing compensation for truck accident victims. We understand the profound impact that a burn injury has on someone’s life, both physically and emotionally. With this understanding, we are steadfast in our commitment to treat each client with the utmost care and compassion, supporting them through their burn injury case and beyond.
Mr. Leizerman’s expertise in trucking accidents and strong advocacy for safety were crucial for our case. His deep understanding of wrongful death cases and compassionate support led to justice for my son and provided comfort to our family. His dedication during this traumatic time was truly unparalleled.
Michael and his team helped my family after [my husband's death]. They were very professional and were aware of and sensitive to the emotional turmoil I was under. I cannot recommend them enough.
If I could, I’d give them 10 out of 5 stars.
Matt is a fantastic attorney, and he also became my friend. I couldn’t be happier about the outcome of my case.
After being involved in a semi-truck accident, I needed a law team nothing short of THE BEST.
Andy and Amy proved this to be true. Highly recommend!!!!!!!!!
I could not be more confident in these attorneys and their ability to competently and compassionately prosecute cases on behalf of their clients.
I highly recommend Michael Leizerman. Michael is very knowledgeable about every aspect of trucking law and fought back repeated appeals from the defendant's attorneys all the way up to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Michael was supportive and achieved great results beyond my expectations. He gave me the personal attention that I needed, answered all my calls and emails and responded at all hours. He had a great mission to accomplish and he did it!
I had never dealt with attorneys before, they were my first and I have to honestly say that it was the best experience I have ever had. They are honest, up front, kind and not do not try and deceive you. They are easy to work with and easy to find.
They are amazing people with huge hearts and went above and beyond every step of the way. I would recommend this firm to everybody needing help.
Andy was an instrumental help during the entire process. He was not only able to explain the concepts in layman's terms, but he also provided me with an insurmountable amount of knowledge that allowed me to reach a fair settlement. I would work with Andy again, and I believe that he's one of the best.
You guys are the best! Andy, Amy, and the rest of the team were able to get me more than double what I was expecting!
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When The Law Firm for Truck Safety represents your burn injury case, you will receive the support of truck accident lawyers who:
Consistently win multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts for their clients.
Every client, every story, we fight hard to help our truck crash victims receive results that mitigate or eliminate the financial burdens associated with truck crash injuries. Our commitment to our clients and our resolve to hold negligent trucking companies accountable has allowed us to win multi-million-dollar results for our clients year after year.
Keep a small case load.
We limit our practice to exclusively represent family members of those who have lost a loved one in a truck crash and those who have sustained serious, life-altering injuries as a result of a collision with a large truck. Being selective in this way allows our truck crash attorneys to dedicate the time, attention, and resources needed to drill down into the facts of those cases and build a customized case strategy for our clients. This focused approach to litigation and commitment to our clients regularly translates to maximum results in the courtroom.
Build a case strategy around your specific needs.
In addition to receiving maximum compensation for your case, you most likely will want answers, accountability, and assurances that what happened to you or your loved one doesn’t happen to someone else.
Our firm’s ultimate goal is to help you heal. One of the ways we do this by making your goals for litigation priorities in your overall case strategy. We strive to understand your goals for litigation and we will lend our support and knowledge to help you achieve those goals — even when those efforts take us beyond the courtroom.
Hold Trucking Companies Accountable.
No one deserves to have their autonomy, sense of self, or life plans stolen from as a result of their a trucking accident burn injuries. At the core, many of the truck crashes that cause in severe burns, and the subsequent injuries, are due to systemic safety failures within the trucking industry.
Inside the courtroom, it is our firm’s mission to hold accountable these negligent drivers and motor carriers for the harm they have caused you and your family. Outside the courtroom, we work with safety and advocacy groups that are committed to rebuilding the trucking industry, so that these dangerous drivers and trucking companies never again see the asphalt of a US road.
When we make the trucking industry safer, we make our roads and our communities safer as well.
Setting you up and helping you maintain success.
As you begin to move forward from your truck accident, you may find that the impact of your burn injuries impacts your life in ways you did not initially anticipate. We want to be there for you when this happens.
Whether it’s helping you financially plan for the future, championing your story, supporting your endeavors to become advocate for truck safety reform, or something else, know that the support you receive from our team will be available long after your case comes to a close.
We have successfully settled claims against more than 300 trucking companies and recovered some of the largest trucking verdicts and settlements in US history.
Our Truck Accident Attorneys
Time and time again, our experienced truck accident lawyers have fought for truck accident victims’ rights and helped them obtain the truck accident compensation they deserved. When it comes to navigating your case and seeking the justice and compensation you rightfully deserve for your burn injuries, put your case in the care of the experienced truck accident lawyers at The Law Firm for Truck Safety.
What sets our truck accident attorneys apart is their intimate understanding of the trucking industry. Equipped with Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDL), they possess unparalleled insight into the intricacies of truck operations.
This unique perspective, coupled with their profound understanding of the law, allows us to delve into the intricate details of your case, leaving no stone unturned. Additionally, our resources and technology allow us to locate the necessary experts to help maximize your truck accident case compensation.
Take the first step on your path to justice.
The Law Firm for Truck Safety’s truck accident attorneys are here to help you find answers, pursue justice, and receive the compensation you deserve.
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What Are the Different Types of Burn Injuries in Truck Accidents?
Burn injuries are an all too common consequence of truck accidents. Fuel, engines, and other high-temperature vehicle parts -- in addition to the truck’s cargo -- make burns one of the most common truck accident injuries. Depending on the severity of the accident along with the size and weight of the truck, there are four different types of burn injuries that you could encounter.
Fourth-Degree Burns
Many assume that third-degree burns are the highest degree of burn injury. However, burns can, in fact, be categorized at fourth degree, or even higher. These life-threatening burns, fourth degree burns damage every layer of skin, with some even affecting muscle, tendons, tissue, and bone. The difference between a third and fourth-degree burn can only be determined by a medical professional, which is why it’s essential to seek medical attention, regardless of your pain or own opinions on the injury.
Third-Degree Burns
Third-degree burns are commonly seen in catastrophic truck accidents. They affect every layer of the skin (the epidermis, dermis, and the underlying fat called the hypodermis).
These burns are characterized by a charred or black appearance, and the skin may feel dry or waxy.
Although easily identifiable by its appearance, victims may not realize the extent of damage to the skin; this is because third-degree burns are so severe that they destroy the nerves –and the ability to feel pain -- in the affected area.
A third-degree burn could result in amputation or fatality if the affected area is large enough. Doctors may attempt skin grafts or reconstructive surgery to repair the area.
Referrals & Co-Counsel
Involved in a Crash?
No other law firm knows trucks quite like us. Our trucking law expertise and trial experience allow us to win multi-million-dollar results year after year.
Our team of truck accident attorneys works tirelessly to help your family find justice in the wake of a catastrophic truck crash.
Referrals & Co-Counsel
No other law firm knows trucks quite like us. Our trucking law expertise and trial experience allow us to win multi-million-dollar results year after year.
Involved in a Crash?
Our team of truck accident attorneys works tirelessly to help your family find justice in the wake of a catastrophic truck crash.
Second-degree Burns
Second-degree burns are a step down in severity from third-degree burns, but that does not mean they should not be taken seriously. Second-degree burns affect both the first and second layers of skin (the epidermis and dermis), and damage to them can cause extreme pain, swelling, blistering, and scarring.
Second-degree burns are characterized by bright red or even white skin that looks wet and shiny. Additionally, the skin is typically painful to the touch, with an irregular or splotchy pattern to it.
Immediate medical attention and prompt treatment are imperative to mitigate the severity of second-degree burns. Even though second-degree burns are less severe than third-degree burns, the risk of infection is still high. Depending on the size and severity of the affected skin, second-degree burns can lead to amputation.
To ensure proper healing, most second-degree burns require bandages and consistent wound care for 7-21 days.
In the case of catastrophic truck crash victims with second-degree burns, it is not uncommon for them to spend a portion or the entirety of this healing period in the hospital. The extent of their injuries often necessitates medical professionals to administer specialized wound care, making hospitalization a crucial part of their recovery journey.
First-Degree Burns
First-degree burns, also known as superficial burns, are the mildest type of burn injury. They typically affect only the top layer of skin and are characterized by redness, pain, and some swelling. Fortunately, most first-degree burns are quick to heal with no permanent damage or scarring.
Aftercare may include over-the-counter painkillers such as ibuprofen, cool compresses to reduce swelling and inflammation, daily petroleum jelly use, or other topical treatment over the affected area.
While a first-degree burn may not be classified as a catastrophic injury on its own, it is important to note that truck crash victims who have sustained severe orthopedic injuries, traumatic brain injuries(TBI), a spinal cord injury(SCI), or other catastrophic injuries often sustain lesser burns due to the intense heat emitted by large trucks.
This is why you should always seek medical attention after a truck accident injury, no matter how minor you may think your burn is.
Crash. Not Accident.
The word “accident” is often used to describe devastating truck crashes. Many people in need of legal help will search for a “truck accident lawyer near me” or the “best truck accident attorney”. We even use "accident" in our site name.
However, most truck “accidents” are not accidents at all.
Truck crashes are often caused by distracted, fatigued, poorly trained, or downright dangerous truck drivers and/or the unsafe business practices of the trucking companies and brokers that hired them. Every semi-truck accident lawyer at The Law Firm for Truck Safety is committed to helping those who have been irreparably harmed in commercial vehicle crashes and providing education to the public that crashes are not accidents.
Who Can Be Held Liable in My Burn Injury Claim?
Typically, your truck accident attorney will first investigate and seek compensation from the truck driver and their insurance company following your accident.
However, any individual or business, including trucking companies, may be liable for damages, too. If the trucking company or other responsible parties are found liable for your injuries, you may also be able to obtain punitive damages for the harm caused.
Punitive damages serve to punish negligent parties for their dangerous or irresponsible behavior.
At The Law Firm for Truck Safety, we are dedicated to ensuring that negligent truck drivers and all other responsible parties face the consequences of their actions. We strive to protect innocent everyday drivers by holding all parties accountable. Some examples of the reckless behaviors that negligent parties can be held accountable for include:
- Mismanagement of cargo or chemicals
- Improper or inadequate driver training
- Driver fatigue
- Oversized loads/ improper load securement
- Improper vehicle maintenance
- Speeding
What Causes a Tractor-Trailer Fire?
It is disheartening that Americans have come to accept catastrophic truck crashes as a normal part of life in the United States. However, at The Law Firm for Truck Safety, we firmly believe that every truck crash on our roads can be prevented.
When adequate vehicle care, driver training, and other safety precautions are neglected, the risk of a catastrophic truck crash resulting in severe burn injuries or burn-related fatalities soar.
If a commercial motor vehicle fire has caused a devastating outcome for your family, one or more of the following factors have probably played a role:
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Trucking is a 24/7 industry, but truck drivers cannot drive 24/7. In 2020, there were an estimated 633 deaths in the United States from fatigued-driving-related crashes. Falling asleep at the wheel is a major concern for multiple US agencies, including the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), the Food & Drug Administration (FDA), the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
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According to NHTSA, In 2020, an estimated 3,142 people died in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers – and thousands more were injured. Any activity that takes your hands, mind, or eyes off of driving is a distraction. Cell phones are one of the most problematic distractions. Because heavy semi-trucks take longer to stop than passenger vehicles, truck drivers are even more at risk of accidents caused by distraction
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Inadequately trained truck drivers are more likely to cause accidents than experienced truck drivers.
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Unsecure and imbalanced cargo loads make semi-trucks harder to stop and maneuver, putting those around the tractor-trailer in danger of being hit by debris or components of the commercial motor vehicle itself.
On Average, How Much Truck Accident Compensation Does a Victim Receive for Their Burn Injuries?
Each truck accident crash and the subsequent claim is different, and no calculation for an average burn injury claim exists. However, through a trucking injury claim, truck crash victims can receive compensation for the various areas of their life that have been adversely affected by their crashes, including lost wages and medical care.
Burn-injured truck crash victims are entitled to seek compensation for the various ways their truck crash has affected their lives. This compensation encompasses both financial and non-financial impacts, which include:
- Cost of current and future medical care
- Lost income
- Disfigurement and scarring
- Mental distress and suffering
- Loss of normal life
- Loss of consortium
Common Types of Commercial Motor Vehicles that Cause Severe Burn Injuries
Choosing the Best Truck Accident Lawyer for Your Burn Injury Case
After your crash, it may be tough to consider, but hiring an experienced truck accident attorney is vital for your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Instead of worrying about paperwork, lost wages, future medical expenses, and battling with insurance companies, our team at The Law Firm for Truck Safety handles all the case-building on your behalf. This way, you can focus on what matters most: taking the time you need to heal.
The future of your burn injury case is in your hands, and it is critical to find the best personal injury attorney for your specific needs. However, it is crucial to recognize that the expertise, support, and industry experience our trucking lawyers possess are not easily found
Their knowledge and understanding of the legal landscape surrounding truck accidents can be an invaluable asset to your claim. From the moment of your accident, through the close of your case and beyond, our team provides a solid support system that puts your needs –and your future -- first.
We believe in the healing power of litigation.
Explore how The Law Firm for Truck Safety has helped truck crash victims champion their stories for justice -- inside and outside of the courtroom.
Explore how our firm helps truck crash victims find justice inside and outside of the courtroom.
Explore how The Law Firm for Truck Safety has helped truck crash victims champion their stories for justice -- inside and outside of the courtroom.
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The path to justice begins with the decision to seek the support of experienced attorneys who will advocate for your future and your rights.
Let us stand by your side and fight tirelessly to ensure your well-being, and future are protected.
If you or a loved one has had their life changed by a severe burn injury from a truck accident, it is of utmost importance to seek the support of a dedicated legal team that is ready to fight relentlessly for your case and your future.
Contact The Law Firm for Truck Safety today and schedule your free trucking case consultation with an experienced truck accident attorney near you.
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