Burnsville Burn Injury Lawyer
Last updated on April 23, 2025
Burns are catastrophic injuries that can be fatal if they are severe enough and if they affect a large portion of the body. If you or a family member suffered burn injuries due to another party’s negligence, you may be able to get damages for your losses.
At Otten Law Offices, in Burnsville, we represent burn victims and their families in personal injury and wrongful death claims in Minnesota. Attorney Paul Otten has been helping injured people seek compensation for more than 35 years. You can rely on his experience and compassion in these difficult situations. Call us at 952-303-0702 today to set up a free consultation with him.
Why Are Burn Injuries So Dangerous?
Burns can lead to infections that can be fatal. They can also cause organ failure, low blood volume, severe scarring and an increase in some types of cancer. In addition, if you suffer smoke inhalation injuries, you can develop serious breathing issues.
Suffering burn injuries may also cause emotional trauma such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety. The pain and the long period of medical treatments alone are enough to cause these mental conditions. However, in serious burn cases, the person often has visible scarring on the face, neck, arms and hands. This can also be a factor in feeling extremely depressed or withdrawn.
How We Can Provide The Legal Help You Need
One of the hallmarks of our representation is that attorney Otten meets directly with our clients. Your access to your lawyer is an important part of building a successful case. By getting to know you and your family, your lawyer will understand what is most important to you. They will also know the details of the accident, your medical treatment and how to provide the support you need.
Another thing that we take very seriously is being timely in our representation. We get to work immediately on your case, finding evidence before it disappears and determining liability for the accident.
Burn Injury FAQ
What are the common causes of burn injuries?
There are many causes of burn injuries, such as:
- Fires
- Explosions
- Car and truck accidents
- Chemical accidents
- Electrical accidents
- Extremely hot water or steam
- Exposure to radiation
If there was someone whose negligence caused your accident, a fire accident attorney can hold them accountable for your injuries.
How can a lawyer assist with a burn injury claim?
We will examine what happened to cause your injuries, working with investigators to uncover evidence and identify witnesses. We will also help you find medical care specific to burn injuries as well as professionals who can assist you with depression, PTSD and more.
We’ll take care of filing the paperwork and working with the insurance companies to get the compensation you need. If they won’t negotiate fairly, we can take them to court.
What compensation is available for burn victims?
Depending on the case, you may be able to collect compensation for your medical bills, lost income and benefits, loss of enjoyment of life, and pain and suffering. If you lost a family member, you may be able to recover compensation for wrongful death, including funeral and burial expenses, as well as the loss of their contributions to the household.
Speak With Us About Your Burn Compensation Claim Today. Your Consultation Is Free.
Call our law office in Burnsville at 952-303-0702 or send a message to us online. We do not collect any legal fees unless we get damages for you.