Halifax Fire and Burn Injury Lawyers

At NOVA Injury Law, we understand that injuries suffered from a fire can have lasting physical and emotional impacts, and we are ready to help you get compensation. Our law firm is the only one in the region with an in-house doctor, so we can equip you with the evidence you need for your case. Contact our lawyers in Halifax for a free consultation for your fire and burn injury claim.

Common Causes of Fire and Burn Injuries

There are many reasons why people get burned, whether at home, at work, or elsewhere. Here are some of the common causes of fire and burn injuries in which someone else may be at fault:

• Chemical exposure
• Contact with electrical current
• Commercial property fires
• Defective products
• Motor vehicle accidents
• Radiation exposure

Types of Burns

Regardless of how you were burned, doctors categorize burns based on their severity:

• First-degree burn: This type of burn only affects the outer skin layer (epidermis). A common example is a mild sunburn. Typically, there is no lasting damage.
• Second-degree burn: A burn that partially affects the middle skin layer (dermis) may appear red and blistered. A second-degree, or partial-thickness burn, may be painful, but if it’s isolated to a small area, it may not be serious. However, partial-thickness burns that affect more than 10% of the body typically require special treatment.
• Third-degree burn: This is a very serious burn that destroys both the outer and middle layers of skin. It may even damage the muscles, tendons, or bones beneath the skin. The nerve endings are also damaged, so you might not feel pain where the burn is. The skin is charred and may appear black or white and ashen. 

Complications Caused by Burns

Serious burns can cause numerous complications and require specialized medical treatment. Depending on where the burn is located, you could lose a limb, have decreased mobility, have reduced ability to fight infections, or be permanently disfigured. Even after your hospital stay, you might need rehabilitation that could include pain management, physical therapy, and skin grafting or reconstruction. For many people, the fire or incident that caused the burn is also a traumatic event, and they may require help dealing with the complex emotions and grief that follow.

How To File a Claim for Fire and Burn Injuries

Typically for any personal injury case in Nova Scotia, including burn injuries, you have two years from the date of the incident to file your claim. However, there are some exceptions to this general limitation period and the timeline to file a claim may be shorter or longer depending on your circumstances. This is why it’s important to contact a personal injury lawyer. 

Once you are no longer in danger, take photos of your injuries and make notes about what happened to help you remember later. If there were any witnesses, you may want to ask them for their personal information in case they are able to provide testimony. 

Call Our Fire and Burn Injury Lawyers in Halifax Today!

At NOVA Injury Law, our personal injury lawyers will use our legal and medical expertise to help you with your fire and burn injury claim. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation review of your case.