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A serious burn injury can have financial, emotional, and physical repercussions for years after the original injury. If you’re fighting through the pain of recovery, know that you and your family are not alone.
At Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, our Asheville personal injury lawyers bring compassionate service to every case. We draw from a deep well of experience in pursuing justice and fair compensation for our clients injured through the negligence of others.
Contact us today to schedule your free, no-obligation case review with our legal team. Our Asheville burn injury attorneys believe in excellence in legal representation in every case, with every client, and at every stage.
Empowering Burn Injury Victims in Asheville, the Heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Our legal team at Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC knows North Carolinians. We’ve served more than 10,000 clients with fierce advocacy that translates into a 4.9/5 rating on Google Reviews, based on hundreds of testimonies shared by clients, such as:
- “We would like to thank the Farmer and Morris Law Firm for their incredible professional integrity. We highly recommend each one of them. The excellence they serve you with is [nowhere] to be found but with them. Absolutely wonderful experience!” -Hetty T.
- “I cannot express how much we love Farmer & Morris Law. They treat you like you matter and always make sure you understand what is going on . . . Even after the case was over Hannah still reaches out to us to check on us. This law firm is the best! If we ever need anything else we will definitely be going back to them!” -Jerrica F.
The Unique Challenges of a Burn Injury
Our Asheville personal injury attorneys are skilled in representing burn injury victims. We know the potential for life-long damage caused by catastrophic injuries, and we will fight on your behalf to help you and your family meet the many challenges you face.
Burn injuries caused by another’s negligence may occur in any setting and from any source, including:
- Chemicals
- Electricity
- Fires or other sources of extreme heat
- Explosions
- Defective products
The deeper the burns go, the more they damage and destroy. Some third-degree or fourth-degree burns can work their way through skin, fat, muscle, and bone.
We understand your pain. Our Asheville burn injury lawyers work as a team with decades of collective knowledge on our side, allowing us to operate within the structure of the law as we support your rights in the pursuit of a fair settlement or judgment.
Structuring Your Burn Injury Case in Asheville, NC
Once we take your case, our Asheville burn attorneys at Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC will construct our plans for your case to fit the parameters of your accident and injury. In broad terms, our workflow may include:
- Investigating the incident by collecting documents, official police and medical reports, eyewitness testimonies, CCTV footage, and accident reconstruction if necessary
- Using the evidence acquired during our investigation to identify the at-fault party and file a compensation claim for your losses
- Negotiate with the liable party’s insurance company for the compensation settlement you deserve
- File a personal injury lawsuit
- Represent you in court if negotiations fail
Speak to our burn injury lawyers at Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC for a clear understanding of what legal steps may be involved in your case. We provide legal representation, but we work as partners with you. You and your family will always participate in the decision-making process. Contact us today for your free initial consultation.
Compensable Losses Suffered From a Burn Injury
If your burn injuries are the result of someone else’s negligent action or inaction, you may be eligible to recover financial compensation for your losses. The two primary types of damages we will help you seek are economic and non-economic damages.
Economic damages include financial losses such as:
- Medical bills for emergency room care, surgeries, pain management, rehab, therapy, hospital stays, diagnostics, long-term medical care, and other related expenses
- Estimated future medical expenses
- Income lost while you cannot work
- Loss of future earnings and benefits should you be unable to return to work due to a permanent disability
- Out-of-pocket expenses, such as help with childcare and chores around the home
- Property damage
Non-economic damages include losses that may not have a specific financial value but do have associated subjective costs, such as:
- Physical pain and suffering you experience now and in the future
- Emotional trauma, depression, mental anguish, and anxiety
- Inconvenience associated with a disability or disfigurement
- Loss of quality of life
If you lost a loved one due to catastrophic burn injuries, we can also help you seek wrongful death damages, such as:
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of household income
- Loss of companionship
Your losses are specific to you and your injuries. Our catastrophic injury attorneys will assist you in accounting for all of your losses as we prepare your personal injury claim.
The Deadline for Filing a Burn Injury Lawsuit in Asheville, NC
Most personal injury claims, including burn injury claims, result in a negotiated settlement. However, sometimes insurance adjusters may refuse to negotiate in good faith. If this happens to you, your Asheville burn attorney may recommend filing a personal injury lawsuit.
In North Carolina, you have three years from the date of your burn injury to take legal action, per N.C. Gen. Stat. § 1-52. You must file a wrongful death lawsuit within two years of your loved one’s death, per N.C. Gen. Stat. § 1-53.
If you miss this deadline, the court may not allow you to seek a compensation judgment or verdict for your losses. Your Asheville burn injury attorney will discuss this with you as your case progresses, ensuring you do not miss any deadlines.
Get Help From an Asheville Burn Injury Lawyer Today
Contact Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC today to schedule your free case review and get answers to your questions. If we take on your case, you will pay no fees until we successfully recover a compensation settlement or judgment award for you. Our personal injury law firm is here for you and ready to help.
