Suffering from a burns injury can impact your daily life, limiting your ability to work, engage in routine activities and affecting your self-confidence. Beyond the immediate physical pain, the emotional trauma and concerns about future scarring, medical expenses and potential loss of income can be overwhelming. If your burns were as a result of someone else's negligence or direct actions, you might be entitled to claim compensation to address your suffering and any financial setbacks it has caused.

At Switalskis, we understand the challenges you may be facing due to your burn injury. Our specialist solicitors stand ready to guide and support you throughout the compensation process. Our dedicated team offers compassionate, clear and concise advice, making sure you're informed every step of the way.

Whether your injury was the result of an accident at work, happened in a public place or under any other circumstances where someone else was at fault, we're here to assist you. We take pride in making the legal process as simple as possible for our clients, providing clarity and understanding at each turn. Choosing Switalskis means more than just legal representation - it means aligning with a team genuinely committed to securing you the best possible outcome.

Burns can vary significantly in their cause, severity and the long-term impact they can have on your life. Here are some examples of types of burns for which you may be able to seek compensation:

• Thermal burns: these are caused by direct contact with open flames, hot liquids, steam, or heated objects. They're common in workplace accidents, especially in environments where hot machinery or substances are used.
• Chemical burns: Resulting from contact with corrosive substances or chemicals, these burns can happen in various settings, from industrial workplaces to household accidents involving cleaning products.
• Electrical burns: Caused by electrical currents, these burns can be deceptive as the external injury might appear minor but the internal damage can be extensive.
• Radiation burns: Often associated with prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light or other radiation sources, these can arise from medical treatments or sunburns that result from inadequate protection. 
• Friction burns: These are caused by the skin rubbing against a hard surface, often seen in road traffic accidents when a pedestrian or cyclist is dragged or slides along the road.
• Cold burns (frostbite): Prolonged exposure to freezing temperatures without adequate protection can cause burns, leading to skin and tissue damage.
• Smoke inhalation: Breathing in smoke can cause long-term lung damage

If you've experienced a burn and believe it was due to someone else's negligence or a deliberate act, seek legal advice. We approach each case with understanding and compassion, recognising the physical and emotional pain that burns can inflict. 

Personal injury compensation is calculated depending on two different categories:

• General damages: Address the physical pain and psychological trauma resulting from your burns injury. The more severe these are, the more compensation you'll be able to claim. Burn injuries can have a huge impact, very often leaving extensive physical disfigurement and scarring.
• Special damages: Account for any financial setbacks you've experienced due to your burns, including medical expenses, lost wages from time off work and any other costs directly related to your injury.

The compensation amount you might receive depends on the severity of your burns and the injury’s impact on your life.

Prioritising your health and wellbeing is the most important thing to do following any type of accident. If you've sustained a burn due to an accident or negligence, there are several steps you can take to improve your chances of getting the support and compensation you need:

• Seek medical attention: Visiting a doctor or hospital is important. Documentation backed up by medical professionals stands as strong evidence in a compensation claim.
• Report the incident: If the burn happened at work or in a public setting, you should notify the relevant authorities or management. By doing so, you not only create a record of the incident but also potentially prevent similar accidents from happening to others in the future.
• Take photographs: Capturing clear images of the burn and the cause, if possible, can be invaluable. These photographs can serve as undeniable evidence, strengthening your claim.

Working with Switalskis is a step towards securing the necessary support structures, helping you navigate the path to recovery with confidence.