Whats my case worth?

Indianapolis Burn Accident Attorneys

Hensley Legal Group, PC is here to help you.

Burn Accident & Fire Statistics

  • 50% of all burn accidents can be prevented.
  • 2.4 million burn injuries are reported each year in the United States.
  • About 1 million burn victims’ injuries will result in permanent disabilities.
  • Cooking is the leading cause of home structure fires and home fire injuries.
  • Leaving cooking unattended is the leading cause of home cooking fires.
  • Children playing with fire are responsible for 1 out of every 13 structure fire deaths in the U.S.
  • Nearly 2 out of 3 child-play fires and 3 out of 4 fire deaths & injuries involved matches or lighters.
  • Kitchens cause the most burn injuries in the home for children ages 0-4.
  • Scalds in the home are the leading cause of accidental deaths for children 0-4.
  • The leading cause of civilian home fire deaths is smoking.
  • The most expensive injuries to treat are burns.
  • Severe burns require significant sums of money for repeated reconstructive surgery and rehabilitation.

Types of Burns

First Degree Burns

First-degree burns cause minimal tissue damage and they affect the epidermis or surface of the skin. First degree burns cause pain, redness and swelling on the outer layers of the skin. A sunburn is a first-degree burn.

Second Degree Burns

Second-degree burns affect the epidermis and the dermis causing pain, redness, swelling and blisters. Pain levels vary depending on the level of nerve involvement. Sweat glands and hair follicles could be affected.

Third Degree Burns

Third-degree burns cause charring of the skin and produce eschars. The epidermis, dermis and hypodermis are all affected. These burns usually cause extensive scarring and long healing times. Third degree burns are painless due to destroyed nerve endings, but the second degree burns that accompany them do cause significant pain.

Inhalation Injuries

There are three kinds of Inhalation Injuries: Damage from Heat Inhalation, Damage from Systemic Toxins & Damage from Smoke Inhalation.

Compensation Burn Victims May Be Entitled To:

Hensley Legal Group, PC is Here to Help

The Hensley Legal Group understands the catastrophic circumstances that surround burn accidents. Our only goal is to help burn victims as much as possible. We understand the money that will be needed for current and future medical treatment. If you or a loved one is a victim of a burn accident please Contact Us and let us guide you through your legal options. We  will try and help you obtain the compensation you deserve from insurance companies and those responsible for your injuries. We offer a Free Evaluation of your claim and we are here to fight for your rights. The Hensley Legal Group- Here for the People.

Informational Links- Fire Safety & Support for Victims

The Hensley Legal Group, PC
1.888.505.8232
Local - 317.472.3333
Fax- 317.472.3340

Hensley Legal Group, PC
426 East New York Street
Indianapolis, Indiana
 46202

Copyright 2008 Hensley Legal Group, PC - 426 East New York Street Indianapolis, IN 46202
Indianapolis Personal Injury Lawyers Disclaimer: This website is for general information only about personal injury. Use of this site does not constitute a client/attorney relationship. If you believe that you are entitled to personal injury compensation contact an experienced Indiana Personal Injury attorney at Hensley Legal Group, PC.
Website design and programming by CityMind - Sitemap