Rapid City Burn Injury Attorney

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Burn injuries are some of the most severe and life-altering types of injuries a person can suffer. The pain of burn injuries is often magnified by the long-term scarring, disfigurement, and damage to the body's functioning that often results from them. In the worst cases, burn injuries can even lead to death. In these situations, family members can bring a wrongful death claim against the person or entity responsible for causing the burn injury.

At Whiting Hagg & Dorsey LLP, we understand the pain and suffering that burn injuries can cause. If you or a loved one has suffered burn injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. If you have been injured, you can trust our team of personal injury attorneys to represent your interests.

If you've suffered a burn injury, schedule a consultation with our Rapid City burn injury lawyer today; call (605) 519-6136 or contact us online!

What Are the Most Common Causes of Burn Injuries?

Burn injuries can be caused by a wide variety of accidents and incidents. They can be caused by a chemical spill, a fire, a vehicle crash, a defective product, or any other incident that results in severe burns to the body. In many cases, burn injuries are caused by electrical accidents.

The most common causes of electrical burns include:

• Faulty wiring
• Defective appliances
• Defective power tools
• Electrical shock
• Electrical fires

What Are the Long-Term Effects of Burn Injuries?

Burn injuries can cause permanent damage to the body's functions. In some cases, burn injuries can even cause death. The severity of the burn injury can be determined by the depth of the burn and the body part of the victim that is burned. The most severe burn injuries are those that are suffered to the face, neck, hands, and/or feet. These injuries can cause permanent scarring, disfigurement, and damage to the body's functioning.

The long-term effects of severe burn injuries can include:

• Scarring
• Disfigurement
• Blindness
• Loss of body functions

If you or a loved one has suffered burn injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.

How a Burn Injury Lawyer in Rapid City Can Help

At Whiting Hagg & Dorsey LLP, our Rapid City burn injury lawyers are committed to helping people who have suffered burn injuries. We know that the aftermath of a burn injury is often a difficult time for those who have been injured. We can help you seek the maximum compensation you deserve and the justice you are owed.

Contact us online or by calling (605) 519-6136 to discuss your legal options with a burn injury lawyer in Rapid City.