Burn Injuries on the Job

When a burn injury occurs at the workplace, medical care is not affected but options to pursue financial compensation change significantly.

Workers' Compensation Claims After a Worksite Burn Injury

Burn victims who sustain their injuries at work — or while engaged in a work-related activity away from the job site — may access the state workers' compensation insurance system for financial compensation. Workers' compensation will cover a percentage of lost wages and medical costs.

Especially in serious burn accident cases, it is wise to seek independent legal advice. Legal protection may be necessary in order to secure high-quality medical care and necessary rehabilitative services. In very serious cases, a legal advocate may be required to prove your inability to return to work.

Private Lawsuits After a Worksite Burn Injury

A common misperception about the workers' compensation insurance system is that it is the only source of financial compensation for a person who is injured on the job. That is not necessarily true — if the incident that resulted in injury was partially caused by a person, company or product separate from your employer.

For example, if you are injured in a gas explosion on the job, you can file a workers' compensation claim. However, what if the gas explosion was caused by the gas company's faulty installation of gas lines? In such a case, you may be able to file a private lawsuit against the gas company for additional financial compensation.

It is advisable to seek a detailed analysis of legal options after a major burn injury — including burn incidents that occur in the workplace. Short-term medical care and long-term rehabilitation services can be extremely costly, and you can get peace of mind if you know that all avenues of financial compensation are being explored by an experienced advocate.

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