Burns are painful injuries that can lead to lifelong physical limitations and emotional trauma. Whether you were burned in a car accident, a fireworks accident, an accident on a construction site or any other traumatic event, you need to take care of yourself now so that you do not face unnecessary consequences in the future. This means devoting the necessary time to your physical recovery, but it also means taking appropriate legal action to enforce your rights.
If someone else was at fault in the accident, you may be entitled to a significant financial recovery. Severe burns can require extensive and ongoing medical treatment, and the costs of this treatment can far surpass what most people can afford to pay. However, they are also just a fraction of most people’s losses. If you have been unable to work, if you will be unable to work in the future, if you have scars, if you have suffered emotional trauma or will experience chronic pain and suffering, these are all losses for which financial compensation may be available.
Steps to Take to Maximize Your Financial Compensation for Burn Injuries
In order to protect your claim for financial compensation after an accident resulting in severe burns, there are some steps you should try to take as soon as possible. These include:
- Stay on Top of Your Doctor’s Advice – Do you know when your next appointment is? Do you know how you are supposed to dress your burns? Do you know what is okay (and what isn’t okay) to do while you are still in recovery? Following your doctor’s advice (or seeking a second opinion, if necessary) is critical to maximizing your financial compensation.
- Stay Committed to Your Recovery – Being in pain constantly gets old. Staying inside gets boring. We get it, but we also know that you need to stay committed to your recovery. Don’t do anything that could make your injuries take longer to heal (or that could potentially put your compensation claim at risk).
- Learn More about Your Case – The more you know, the better able you will be to make informed decisions about your case. Our blog provides a wealth of information for accident victims in Denver, including information about how to protect your claim for “pain and suffering” damages.
- Speak with a Personal Injury Lawyer – Finally, due to the long-term effects of burn injuries and the complex nature of severe traumatic injury litigation, it is important that you speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. At Levine Law, we have a proven record of success representing accident victims in the Denver area, and we can use this experience to help you receive the compensation you deserve.
Speak With a Denver Personal Injury Lawyer at Levine Law
If you have questions or would like personalized legal advice about seeking financial compensation for burn injuries in Colorado, we encourage you to contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation. To speak with an experienced and compassionate personal injury lawyer at Levine Law, please call 303-333-8000 or request a free consultation online now.
