Woodbury Burn Injury Lawyer
If you suffer a burn injury, let the exceptional legal team at Tyroler Leonard Injury Law help you today. Our Woodbury burn injury lawyer can help you determine the value of your case and help you navigate the complexities of the claims process.
Why Choose Us
We have been in practice for over a decade, earning more than $50 million in case settlements and awards. Our team takes the time to learn about you and your burn injury case. We will do what we can to help you achieve your desired case result.
How We Can Help
Our Woodbury personal injury lawyers listen to you, working in lockstep with you at each stage of your litigation. We understand the immediate and long-term impact of your burn injury. This gives us the insights we need to file your claim and help you pursue the maximum amount of damages.
Burn Injury Cost
According to research, hospital costs for a direct acute burn may total nearly $126,000 per patient. If you suffer a burn, your injury may affect you for many years to come. It may affect your movement and appearance for the rest of your life.
To calculate your burn injury costs, you may want to partner with attorneys. From here, your lawyers can evaluate your economic and non-economic losses. They may encourage you to pursue damages for many reasons, such as:
- Emotional distress
- Loss of income
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering.
Woodbury burn injury attorneys will look for ways to help you get the best case results. They may help you file a claim in accordance with the statute of limitations of Minnesota or Wisconsin.
When to File a Claim
Per Minnesota Statutes section 541.05, you may have up to six years to seek damages based on a burn injury. This applies to injury claims in Minnesota. After six years, you may be ineligible to pursue compensation from a liable party.
Based on Wisconsin Statutes section 893.54, you may have a maximum of three years to submit your claim. As an example, you may suffer a burn injury due to a faulty product. If you want to pursue compensation from an at-fault party, you may have up to three years from the date of your injury to do so.
Filing a claim does not guarantee you will get damages. You are responsible for providing enough proof to show a judge or jury that an at-fault party was negligent. If you succeed, you may be able to get 100% of the damages you request.
Who is Responsible for a Burn Injury
Who the at-fault party is may dictate the type of injury claim you file. One or more parties may be at fault for your injury, such as:
- A business owner
- Your employer
- The landlord or property owner
- A motorist
- A product manufacturer.
If you suffer a burn injury at a mall, grocery store, or another business venue, you may have grounds for a premises liability claim. Much in the same vein, you may request damages if you get hurt at someone’s home. In either of these situations, attorneys may help you pursue compensation from a liable party or their insurance provider.
Alternatively, if you are burned at work, you may be eligible for a workers’ compensation claim. In the best-case scenario, your claim may be approved and provide compensation you can use to recover from your injury. There are situations where a claim for work benefits may be denied, even if you got burned on the job. Lawyers can explain what to do if you receive a workers’ compensation claim denial. They can help you appeal the denial or seek compensation through an injury lawsuit.
The auto insurance basics of Minnesota include a no-fault coverage requirement for all drivers. If you are involved in a car accident that leaves you with a burn, you may file an insurance claim. Since no-fault insurance is in effect, your insurer should cover your claim, regardless of who is at fault for your accident.
Wisconsin has minimum insurance requirements for motorists. Unlike Minnesota, Wisconsin is classified as an “at-fault” insurance state. If someone crashes their car into yours and causes you to suffer a burn or any other injury, you may request compensation through the other driver’s insurance carrier.
If a product manufacturer is liable for your burn injury, you may ask for compensation directly from the company or through filing an injury lawsuit, presenting evidence to support your request. If your lawsuit is successful, you may get compensation that serves you well now and in the future.
How Comparative Negligence Applies to a Burn Injury Case
According to Minnesota Statutes section 604.01, your percentage of fault can hurt your chances of getting damages. If you are primarily responsible for your injury, you may not be entitled to compensation. Conversely, if you are found to be less than 50% liable, the court may award you damages that are reduced by the percentage of fault you bear. For instance, a judge or jury may say you are 20% liable for your injury. If this happens, the defendant is 80% at fault. Therefore, they may have to pay 80% of your damages.
Wisconsin has a contributory negligence statute relating to injury claims. It is very similar to the one in place in Minnesota. If you suffer an injury and are found to be more at fault than the other party, you may not get any damages. When you are less than 50% responsible, you may get only a fraction of the damages you sought in the first place.
Your attorneys will work diligently to craft an argument that resonates with a judge or jury, searching for ways to show you are in no way liable for your injury. In addition, they may prepare a body of proof that makes it difficult for the defendant to contest your claim.
Proving Negligence in a Burn Injury Case
You may wonder how to prove negligence in an injury case. Attorneys can work with you to gather evidence that shows an at-fault party was negligent, using many forms of proof in their argument, such as:
- Medical records
- Photos of your injury
- Testimony from experts
- Witness statements.
With evidence, your attorneys will attempt to show that there was a reasonable expectation for the other party to meet a standard of care; that the party violated this standard, which contributed to your injury; and that you are dealing with quantifiable and subjective losses as a result of the party’s actions.
If you have an abundance of evidence, it may be clear to a judge or jury that you deserve damages. At the same time, your proof may overwhelm the defendant. It may prompt them to propose a settlement that meets your requirements.
Burn Injury Case Settlement
In terms of understanding insurance settlements, there is a lot to consider. If you get a settlement offer, you should review the proposal with your lawyers. This allows you to get your attorneys’ insights into the offer and could help you negotiate a fair settlement.
An at-fault party or their insurer may pressure you to accept the first settlement offer you get. You do not have to agree to it. By going over an offer with your attorneys, you can weigh its pros and cons.
If you decline a settlement, litigation will proceed. Your lawyers will continue to work with you to build a strong argument. On your trial date, you will get the opportunity to explain to a judge or jury why you deserve damages.
Get Help with Your Burn Injury Claim
If you are uncertain about what to do with your burn injury claim, help is available. At Tyroler Leonard Injury Law, we are available 24/7 to discuss your case. When you work with us, you can focus on treating your injury while we work on getting you compensation. To get started, contact us today.
FAQs
You may have questions as you decide how to proceed with your burn injury claim. Check out our answers to common questions we get about injury cases. Call us today at 651-259-1113 or contact us online to schedule a free case evaluation.
How much compensation will I get for a burn injury?
Since every burn injury is different, there is no set amount of compensation you will get for your injury. Attorneys can review your case in detail to determine your losses and help you request compensation to cover them.
Does insurance cover a burn?
It depends on where your injury happened. A business, employer, or property owner may have insurance to cover your injury. At other times, your own insurance company may cover your losses. If insurance is not available, you may have to seek compensation for your burn directly from the at-fault party.
How is my settlement determined?
The severity of your injury and other factors will impact your settlement amount. Lawyers will consider all of these factors to help you get a reasonable settlement.
Attorney Rachel Sperling Leonard
A partner of Tyroler Leonard Injury Law, Ms. Sperling Leonard practices exclusively in personal injury and wrongful death claims. Specifically, she specializes in car accidents, motorcycle accidents, boating accidents, dog bites, dog attacks, slip and falls, trip and falls, sexual assaults/abuse and other assaults. Some representative cases of Ms. Sperling Leonard’s in the last few years include: a $1 million settlement for an individual injured in a car crash, a $750,000.00 for a man injured when he slipped and fell, a $455,000.00 settlement for an individual injured after falling, and multiple $250,000.00 settlements for individuals injured in motorcycle and auto accidents, among many others. She frequently turns insurance company denials into fair-value offers.
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