Explosions and exposure to toxic chemicals can cause burn injuries. Burns are extremely painful and can also cause significant psychological and emotional trauma. Fortunately, modern medicine has come a long way in treating burns and skin grafts are a very effective treatment. However, third degree burns can still cause extensive scarring. Treatment for burns can be excruciating and a very long process. The American Burn Association reports that burn injuries result in approximately 40,000 hospitalizations a year.
The main types of burns in the workplace include:
- Fires
- Scalding injuries
- Electrical burns
- Chemical burns
- Thermal burns
- Inhalation burns
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has created strict standards for workplace safety. In particular, OSHA demands that workers have strict training regarding hazards that employees face in the worksite and handling of hazardous material. OSHA also encourages employers to create a hazard communication plan in which employees must be able to communicate and identify material hazards.
Unfortunately, many employers continue to cut corners and fail to properly train employees. In some instances, employees receive little to no training with regard to handling hazardous material. In other cases, employees are not even aware that they are handling chemicals or transporting chemicals or toxins that could be dangerous.
If you have experienced a burn injury, you may be entitled to the following damages:
- Past medical expenses
- Future medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Physical impairment
- Disfigurement
- Lost wages Past medical expenses
- Future medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Physical impairment
- Disfigurement
- Lost wages
It is important to consider the impact that burn injuries may have on future medical expenses and employment. We have the experience necessary to assist you in your case. We understand that effect that burn injuries may have on your life.