Rockford, IL Burn Injury Attorneys

Personal Injury Lawyers Representing Victims of Severe Burns in Winnebago County

According to the National Safety Council, burns are the second leading cause of accidental death in the United States. Each year, tens of thousands are severely injured, and thousands die from burn-related incidents. Burn injuries are especially traumatic, because they not only cause serious physical pain, they often leave lasting emotional scars as well. If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic burn injury in which another party was at fault, you deserve to be fully compensated for your injuries.

At Mannarino & Brasfield, A Division of Schwartz Injury Law, we understand the major physical, emotional, and financial toll burn injuries have on victims and their families, and we do everything possible to make the legal process smooth and stress-free. For over 20 years, we have successfully represented burn injury victims and victims of other severe personal injuries in Rockford, Chicago, and throughout Illinois. Our attorneys have extensive knowledge of this area of the law, and we work tirelessly to provide the skilled and personalized representation our clients deserve.

What Causes Burn Injuries?

Burn accident injuries can happen just about anywhere. Some of the most common ways these types of injuries occur include:

• Motor vehicle accidents (e.g., car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents)
• Electrical accidents
• Workplace accidents
• Restaurant, store, and mall accidents
• Household accidents
• Construction accidents
• Defective product accidents

Burn accident injuries can vary widely in severity. The three general categories are:

• First-Degree: The mildest of all burn injuries, first-degree burns are typically characterized by some redness, pain, and swelling. Usually, the effects of the injury go away in a relatively short period of time.
• Second-Degree: With this type of injury, the burn has penetrated into the second layer of the skin, known as the dermis. This is characterized by more serious symptoms, such as severe redness, pain and swelling, and blisters.
• Third-Degree: The most severe type of burn injury, a third-degree burn penetrates into the third layer of the skin, known as the subcutaneous. This is characterized by skin that appears white, blackened, charred, or with a leather-like texture. Numbness is another common symptom. Third-degree burns have the potential to cause permanent nerve damage and other severe health conditions.

Burn accident injuries are sometimes caused by the negligence or recklessness of another party. When severe and life-altering health conditions result, you need to work with a skilled attorney who is committed to holding those responsible for your condition fully accountable.

Speak with a Seasoned Winnebago County Burn Injury Lawyer

At Mannarino & Brasfield, A Division of Schwartz Injury Law, we have the knowledge, resources, and dedication to aggressively pursue just compensation on behalf of each client we serve. Our consultations are free, and we take each personal injury case on a contingency basis, so you only pay attorney fees if we win your case. To schedule your free, no-obligation consultation with a Rockford burn injury attorney, contact us today at 815-215-7561. We serve clients in Rockford, Winnebago County, Freeport, Belvidere, Winnebago, Loves Park, Byron, Rochelle, Oregon, Boone County, Stephenson County, Ogle County, and throughout Illinois.