Burn injuries are painful, difficult to treat, and among the most physically devastating and financially draining outcomes of any accident. At Frischhertz & Impastato, our team of eight attorneys has over 85 years of combined experience handling cases involving exactly the kinds of accidents that result in serious burn injuries: maritime disasters, oilfield and industrial accidents, defective product-related incidents, and more. We don’t assign your case to one overworked attorney. Instead, our clients benefit from a collaborative team working toward the same goal.
We’ve recovered more than $700 million on behalf of injured clients and their families. That track record reflects our willingness to take on powerful opponents, including large employers, vessel operators, and product manufacturers, and see cases through to resolution.
If you or someone you love has suffered a serious burn injury in New Orleans, contact us today for a free consultation. There’s no cost to speak with our team, and you pay nothing unless we recover money for you. Call (504) 276-6962 now.
How Burns Happen & How They’re Classified
Burns are categorized according to type and degree. Thermal burns result from contact with flame or hot surfaces. Chemical burns occur when corrosive substances damage skin and underlying tissue. Electrical burns follow contact with current and can cause internal damage that doesn’t show on the surface. Scald burns from hot liquids are common, both in workplace and residential settings.
Burn severity is measured by how deeply the injury damages tissue. Where a burn falls on this scale affects both treatment needs and the value of a legal claim.
First-degree burns affect only the epidermis, causing redness and pain without blistering.
Second-degree burns penetrate into the dermis beneath the outer skin layer, producing blistering and significant pain, and often require medical intervention.
Third-degree burns destroy all skin layers, damage underlying tissue, and typically result in nerve damage and permanent scarring. Skin grafting and reconstructive surgery are common.
Fourth-degree burns extend into tendons, muscles, or bone. They are life-threatening and require intensive, prolonged care.
Louisiana’s filing deadline for personal injury claims is called the prescriptive period. Under Louisiana Civil Code Article 3493.1, injuries occurring on or after July 1, 2024, carry a two-year prescriptive period from the date of injury. For injuries that occurred before that date, the window is one year. Missing either deadline can bar recovery, so acting promptly helps protect your rights.
Louisiana follows a pure comparative fault system. Your compensation is reduced by your assigned percentage of fault, but you aren’t barred from recovery even if you were majority at fault. A workplace burn may involve a workers’ compensation claim, a third-party liability claim, or both, depending on who caused the accident and under what circumstances. Our team evaluates all available avenues of recovery to help ensure you get every dollar you are owed.
What Compensation Is Available in a Louisiana Burn Injury Case?
Severe burns generate costs that continue long after the initial hospitalization. Compensation in a burn injury claim can include:
Current and future medical expenses including emergency care, surgery, skin grafting, reconstructive procedures, and rehabilitation
Lost wages and diminished earning capacity if injuries prevent you from returning to your prior work
Pain and suffering, as well as ongoing physical limitations
Scarring and disfigurement, which may carry their own recognized damages under Louisiana law
Psychological trauma, including PTSD, depression, and anxiety
We handle all types of personal injury cases and are committed to pursuing the full range of damages available under the law to burn victims and their families.
Steps to Take After a Severe Burn Injury
Immediate medical care is the first priority after any serious burn. Beyond protecting your health, prompt treatment creates the documentation that supports a legal claim. Photograph your injuries, preserve any clothing or equipment involved, and collect witness contact information if circumstances allow. These details become harder to recover as time passes.
University Medical Center New Orleans operates the only American Burn Association-verified burn center between Galveston and Tampa. The facility specializes in surgical, reconstructive, and rehabilitative care, available locally. This intensive focus is often necessary for severe burn injuries, and it also reflects the scale of such injuries, as well as the immense costs they can generate over months or years of treatment.
Early consultation with a burn injury lawyer in New Orleans can help preserve evidence before it disappears. Witness memories fade, surveillance footage gets overwritten, and incident reports become harder to obtain. The sooner our team can begin building your case, the better positioned you may be.
Speak with a New Orleans Burn Injury Attorney at No Cost Today
Our consultations are free, and we work on a contingency basis: you pay nothing unless we recover money on your behalf. With over 85 years of combined experience and more than $700 million recovered, our team is prepared to take on the difficult cases that demand serious advocacy.
Contact Frischhertz & Impastato today to speak with a burn accident attorney about your situation. Call (504) 276-6962 to get started.
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