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Burn Injury Attorney in Columbus, Ohio

A serious burn injury can lead to long hospital stays, surgeries, and time away from work. Our Columbus burn injury lawyers help you pursue compensation for medical care, lost income, and future needs while we investigate fault and deal with the insurer. 

Since 2000, our Columbus burn injury attorneys at Oliver Law Office have been putting the needs of Ohio residents first because being taken care of is what it is all about. No matter where you live or work in Ohio, if your life has been impacted by negligence, we want to help.
Our law firm founder and managing attorney, Jami S. Oliver, has been voted 2024 Lawyer of the Year in Columbus, Ohio, for Product Liability and named to the Best Lawyers 2024 list in multiple practice areas. Allow our skilled team, led by one of Ohio’s best, to review your personal injury or wrongful death claim during a free consultation today so you can start making informed decisions about your case and future.

We Handle All Ohio Injury Cases on a Contingency Basis

Oliver Law Office was built to prioritize and support you through unparalleled communication and commitment to your individualized needs.
We pledge to:
  • Provide unique solutions through compassionate service.
  • Approach challenges with confidence, courage, and determination.
  • Remain engaged and dedicated to learning, growing, and excelling as people and professionals.
At Oliver Law Office, our Ohio personal injury attorneys and team have successfully represented clients for nearly 30 years. We have intimate knowledge of Ohio’s personal injury laws and how to obtain maximum compensation from all insurance coverages and policies for each client’s unique recovery needs.
What we do differently is ensure our clients know how important they are to us. You are not simply another case. You are not a number. You have gone through a physically and emotionally traumatic experience, and you deserve our full attention.
We handle all injury cases on a contingency basis, which means we advance all the costs necessary to pursue your claim, and we only charge you a fee if and when there is a successful result.
Our burn injury lawyers in Columbus provide our clients with the time and legal precision they deserve by communicating effectively, providing thorough explanations about the legal process, and delivering results that leave no detail to chance.

Your complete recovery is essential, and you are worth the fight. Getting your life back on track means not giving up on the process. We won’t either. Contact us today to learn more.

What are the Common Types of Burn Injuries That Occur in Columbus, Ohio Accidents?

According to the American Burn Association, 486,000 burn injuries require medical treatment each year. Among those, 40,000 people are hospitalized because of their burn injuries, including 30,000 who are admitted to hospital burn centers. Unfortunately, another party’s negligent actions cause most burn injuries in Columbus and nationwide annually.

Negligence can cause many types of burns, but some are more common.
They include:
  • Apartment complex fires.
  • Burns and smoke inhalation caused by blocked fire exits.
  • Chemical burns.
  • Construction accident burns.
  • Electrical burns.
  • Explosion accidents.
  • Fires caused by defective products, such as furnaces, stoves, and other appliances.
  • Fires caused by motor vehicle accidents.
  • Thermal burns, usually caused by scalding liquids such as hot water.
Regardless of the type of burn injury sustained, it can result in permanent scarring, disfigurement, and nerve damage. Severe burn injuries can also result in a temporary or permanent disability, which can prevent an accident victim from going back to work or enjoying the hobbies and activities they once loved.
If you are undergoing extensive burn injury treatments caused by another person’s negligence, we want to hear your story so we can provide the legal guidance you need to pursue the liable party for your complete damages. Contact our skilled burn injury attorneys in Columbus today for help.

Treatment for Burn Injuries in Ohio Can Be Physically, Emotionally, and Financially Overwhelming

No one knows what to expect from their burn injuries. How long will the medical treatment take? When can you go back to work? Will there be scarring or disfigurement that impacts your quality of life? If you have been in an accident that caused burn injuries, you need compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, and more. Our Columbus burn injury lawyer can help you obtain the fair settlement you are entitled to.
Burn injuries are classified into different degrees based on the severity of the damage to the skin and underlying tissues. The degrees of burn injuries are generally categorized into three main types: first-degree, second-degree, and third-degree burns. A fourth category, known as fourth-degree burns, is sometimes used to describe burns that extend into deeper tissues, including muscles and bones.
First-Degree Burns (Superficial Burns)
  • Characteristics: These burns only affect the skin’s outer layer (epidermis).
  • Symptoms: Symptoms include redness, mild swelling, and pain. The skin may be dry and may peel as it heals.
  • Healing Time: Typically heals within a week without scarring.
  • Examples: Mild sunburns and brief contact with hot surfaces.
Second-Degree Burns (Partial-Thickness Burns)
  • Characteristics: These burns affect both the outer layer (epidermis) and part of the skin’s underlying layer (dermis).
  • Symptoms: The skin appears red, blistered, swollen, and may be painful. Blisters may rupture, and the wound can be wet.
  • Healing Time: Healing time is longer than first-degree burns, and scarring may occur.
  • Examples: Scald injuries, severe sunburns, and contact with hot liquids or objects.
Third-Degree Burns (Full-Thickness Burns)
  • Characteristics: These burns extend through all layers of the skin, damaging or destroying the entire thickness of the skin.
  • Symptoms: The skin may appear white, charred, or leathery. Third-degree burns are often less painful because nerve endings are damaged.
  • Healing Time: Third-degree burns require medical attention, and skin grafts are often necessary for proper healing. Scarring is significant.
  • Examples: Flames, prolonged contact with hot surfaces, and electrical burns.

Fourth-Degree Burns

  • Characteristics: These burns extend beyond the skin layers into deeper tissues, affecting muscles, tendons, and bones.
  • Symptoms: Severe damage to tissues and structures beneath the skin. The affected area may appear charred or blackened.
  • Healing Time: Extensive medical intervention is required, including surgery and grafting. Healing is slow, and scarring is severe.
  • Examples: These burns are often associated with high-energy trauma, such as electrical injuries or severe flame burns.
The costs associated with traumatic burn injuries can vary widely depending on factors such as the severity of the burn, the extent of the affected body surface area, and the duration of treatment.
The various costs associated with traumatic burn injuries include:
  • Medical Care: These high costs may include the initial emergency medical care and transportation to the hospital, expenses associated with the extended hospital stay, including intensive care unit (ICU) admission, and surgical interventions for skin grafting, wound debridement, and other necessary procedures.
  • Medications: Prescription drugs for pain management, infection control, and other medical needs.
  • Rehabilitative Care: Burn injury patients may require physical therapy to improve mobility and functionality, occupational therapy to aid in daily living activities, and psychological and emotional counseling to address the mental health impact of burn injuries.
  • Assistive Devices and Aids: Burn injury patients often require the provision of specialized equipment and aids, such as pressure garments and splints.
  • Home Modifications: Adaptations to the home environment to accommodate the individual’s needs, such as ramps, railings, or bathroom modifications.
  • Lost Income and Productivity: The substantial time it takes for burn injuries to heal can lead to lost wages due to time off work during recovery and reduced earning potential if the burn injuries result in long-term disabilities.
  • Long-Term Care: Many patients require ongoing medical and rehabilitative care, especially for severe burns that require extensive healing to monitor healing and address any complications.
These costs can be substantial, particularly for severe burns that require extensive medical interventions and long-term care. The impact on the individual’s quality of life and overall well-being should also be considered when building a solid personal injury claim against the liable party. Injured individuals can file a claim for their medical expenses, pain and suffering, and any other loss related to the accident, and we can help ensure it is taken seriously by the insurance company the first time around.

Our burn injury attorneys at Oliver Law Office listen to each client’s stories to ensure we understand how their accident and injuries have impacted their daily activities and overall quality of life so we can build their cases accordingly, leaving no detail to chance. Your burn injuries do not have to dictate how your future unfolds. We can help you change the narrative and move forward with confidence. Contact us today to learn more.

Compensation for Burn Injuries in Ohio

Claims may include costs for surgeries and grafts, rehabilitation, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, scarring and disfigurement, and pain and suffering.

Contact Our Skilled Burn Injury Attorneys in Columbus, Ohio Today

If you have burn injuries from an accident caused by negligence in Ohio, contact our dedicated Columbus burn injury attorneys today by calling us at 614-220-9100. There is never a charge to speak with an attorney or any upfront or out-of-pocket costs to associate with our law firm in an injury or death matter.

Oliver Law Office is a client-focused law firm emphasizing the individualized needs of each client: Confidence, Courage, and Determination. Let’s get started on your claim today.

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JAMI S. OLIVER

When Jami Oliver launched her own firm in 2000, she did so with one simple idea in mind: to seek justice for those who have been hurt, injured, or wronged due to the negligence of others. While she’s won numerous awards and accolades in the years since, her philosophy hasn’t changed. If you need an attorney who can advocate for you after an accident, product recall, or other tragedy, the Oliver Law Office should be your first choice.
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Burn Injury FAQs

Liable parties typically include property owners, employers, manufacturers, contractors, or drivers, depending on how the injury occurred.

Long-term needs can be included as future medical expenses and life-care plans supported by expert evaluations. Our firm can help guide you through a needs assessment to support your burn injury case.

Many burn injury cases settle out of court, however if a fair offer is not made by the defendant, litigation may be recommended, which would be settled in court.