New Mexico Burn Injury Attorneys

Proven Burn Injury Lawyers in Albuquerque: $20 Billion Won

Chemicals, electricity, heat, fire, and even sun exposure can cause burns that damage the skin and underlying soft tissue. Muscles, nerves, and bones can be affected by severe burns. These catastrophic injuries are painful and often leave survivors facing long roads to recovery, which include expensive medical treatment and reconstructive surgery. 

For burn injury victims and their families, nothing will be the same. At Arnold & Itkin, our Albuquerque burn injury lawyers hold negligent companies responsible for cutting corners and putting profits over safety. Our attorneys have fought for and won billions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for our clients, helping them rebuild and move forward.

Find out how our New Mexico burn injury firm can help you. Call (888) 493-1629 now!

Fighting to Get the Best Results

Play Video

A Track Record of Success with Burn Injury Cases

With so much at stake, your choice in legal representation could not be more important. It is crucial to work with a firm that has extensive trial experience and the resources to overcome whichever obstacles may stand in your way. Through the years, Arnold & Itkin has handled numerous burn injury lawsuits, securing life-changing settlements and verdicts for our clients and their families. For a proven burn injury firm in New Mexico, you need look no further.

We have a history of success representing burn injury survivors and families who have lost loved ones to catastrophic burns, including the following:

  • $222 million record-breaking verdict for the widow of a man who suffered fatal burns in an industrial accident.
  • $177.5 million settlement for several workers burned in an industrial explosion.
  • $164.5 million settlement for the family of a worker burned to death in a fire at an oil and gas facility.
  • $125 million settlement for the widow of a dredge worker who was fatally burned in an offshore explosion.
  • $92.7 million record-setting settlement for a man who was severely burned in a workplace accident.
  • $87 million settlement for a man who suffered life-threatening burn injuries at work.

We cannot guarantee results (and no attorney should) but we can guarantee that, when we take a case, we give it our all. We take the time to get to know our clients and work tirelessly to seek the best possible outcome. 

After a Burn Injury

Seek Immediate Medical Attention  
The first and most important step is to seek immediate medical attention. Burns can cause severe damage not only to the skin but also to underlying tissues and organs. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room for professional medical care. Prompt treatment can prevent complications, reduce pain, and improve the chances of a full recovery.

Document the Incident  
If possible, document the scene of the accident. Take photographs of the location, the cause of the burn (such as a faulty appliance, spilled chemicals, or fire), and your injuries. This documentation can be vital for any future legal claims. Additionally, try to gather contact information from any witnesses who saw the incident occur.

Report the Injury  
Inform your employer, property owner, or any relevant authority about the burn injury, especially if it occurred at work or on someone else's property. Filing an official report creates a record of the incident and can be crucial for workers’ compensation or personal injury claims. When you report the burn injury, keep a copy for your records.

Follow Medical Advice  
Adhere strictly to the medical advice and treatment plan provided by healthcare professionals. This may include wound care, medications, physical therapy, and follow-up appointments. If you are seeing a “company doctor” or facility referred by your employer, remember that you may have the right to seek treatment elsewhere if needed.

Keep Detailed Records  
Maintain detailed records of all medical treatments, expenses, and any time taken off work due to your burn injury. This information will be important for calculating damages if you decide to pursue a legal claim for compensation.

Consult with a New Mexico Burn Injury Attorney  
Consider consulting a personal injury attorney to better understand your legal rights and options—so you can make informed choices about your case. An experienced attorney can help you determine your best course of legal action, identify liable parties, and seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related costs.

By taking these steps after a burn injury, you can protect your health, preserve important evidence, and seek the compensation you deserve for your recovery and future well-being.

Why You Need a Burn Injury Lawyer in New Mexico

Hiring a skilled lawyer can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. Burn injuries often result in extensive medical treatment, long-term rehabilitation, and significant financial burdens. By consulting an attorney early on, you can get a clear understanding of your legal rights and the potential value of your New Mexico burn injury lawsuit. Early legal intervention allows your lawyer to gather crucial evidence, document your injuries, and start building a strong case against all responsible parties before important details are lost or forgotten. 

If our team takes your case, we will manage all aspects, including negotiations with insurance companies and representation in court if necessary. This allows you to focus on your recovery while we work to secure compensation for your losses and future needs. Our experience and dedication increase the likelihood of a favorable settlement or verdict, ensuring that you have the financial resources needed to rebuild your life after a burn injury. With us by your side, you can have peace of mind knowing that experienced professionals are fighting for your best interests.

Causes & Liability: Burns, Fires, & Explosions

Burn injuries can result from a variety of accidents and incidents that put people at risk of being exposed to fire, heat, electricity, radiation, or chemicals. They can occur in any industry to any type of worker, from plant workers to truckers, though some may be at a higher risk than others. They can also occur at home, on the road, or at another's property.

In New Mexico and across the U.S., serious and even fatal burns can occur as a result of:

These incidents are all very different, but they tend to have one thing in common: negligence. Accidental burns are often caused by some form of negligence, which can be defined as a failure to act with reasonable or proper care. For an employer, this may mean properly training workers and providing adequate safety equipment. For drivers, it means obeying traffic laws, paying attention, and taking reasonable measures to stay safe on the road. 

Various parties may be held legally responsible for burn injuries:

  • Property owners and landlords for failing to maintain a safe environment or neglecting safety measures.
  • Employers for failing to provide proper training or safety equipment, or to maintain safe working conditions.
  • Construction companies for negligence or failing to adhere to safety regulations.
  • Manufacturers for product or design defects, or for failing to provide adequate warnings or instructions.
  • Maintenance contractors for failing to properly maintain equipment or premises, resulting in unsafe conditions.
  • Utility companies for accidents involving gas leaks, electrical malfunctions, or other utility-related incidents.
  • Plant and refinery owners for failing to maintain equipment or adhere to hazardous material regulations.
  • Trucking companies for negligent hiring or training practices, or for violating federal trucking regulations.
  • Event organizers and promoters for failing to take adequate safety measures at a public event. 

Identifying responsible parties is a crucial step in pursuing a claim. Our New Mexico burn injury firm has the resources and experience to investigate the circumstances surrounding your injury to effectively determine liability.

Types of Burn Injury Compensation

The party (or parties) responsible for causing you harm should be made to pay for what they have done, and a personal injury lawsuit can help you accomplish just that. It offers you the opportunity to recoup your losses and ensure your future is taken care of, through the recovery of economic and non-economic damages. 

A New Mexico burn injury settlement or award may include compensation for:

  • Medical care
  • Medication and medical supplies
  • Ongoing care
  • In-home modifications
  • Assistive devices
  • Medical travel costs
  • Lost earnings
  • Loss of potential wages
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional trauma

In some cases, punitive damages may apply. These are rare and are typically awarded when the defendant (at-fault party) is found to have acted with extreme disregard for the safety of others. Intentional wrongdoing may also result in the award of punitive damages. These penalize the defendant and discourage similar conduct.

Determining the fair and full value of your case is one of the key aspects of providing effective legal counsel. By working with investigators, medical experts, economists, and professionals in various fields, our burn injury attorneys in Albuquerque build compelling cases that maximize our clients' recoveries. It's the only way to move forward.

Contact an Albuquerque Burn Injury Attorney Today

When negligence, overlooked safety standards, and defective products cause harm, our New Mexico burn injury attorneys at Arnold & Itkin are prepared to seek justice for the injured. In an ideal world, it should be easy to recover a fair settlement from your insurance company. Your employer should treat you fairly and put your safety first at work. You should receive the complete compensation it takes for you to rebuild after a serious burn injury. 

Unfortunately, this is not how it works for victims and their families.

That’s why they need advocates who have the experience and resources to go up against large companies and their teams of attorneys and investigators. At Arnold & Itkin, we level the playing field between the injured and negligent corporations. Clients and defendants alike know our burn injury lawyers in Albuquerque will do whatever it takes to help.

For a free consultation, call (888) 493-1629. Our burn injury firm in New Mexico stands ready to fight for your rights.

Common Questions

  • Who Can Be Held Responsible for a Burn Injury In Albuquerque, New Mexico?

    Any individual or business entity can be held legally responsible for medical bills and other losses and expenses resulting from burn injuries. These cases are handled in civil court, where the burden of proof is on the plaintiff (injured party) to prove that the defendant (at-fault party) caused quantifiable harm. This could be a drunk driver, the manufacturer of a defective product, an employer who overlooks safety standards, or even a person who causes intentional harm. If you suffered any type of burn injury from any cause, there is a path to justice. You can find it with the help of our experienced New Mexico burn injury lawyers.

  • What Happens After a Work-Related Burn Injury?

    If you were injured at work, you need to inform your employer within 15 days. Failure to do so could negatively impact your right to workers’ compensation benefits, which are provided to injured workers on a no-fault basis. New Mexico employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, and reporting your injury and seeking medical attention are the first two steps you should take. After that, involve an attorney who can help push your claim through to a successful result. An attorney can even talk to you about your right to additional compensation through a third-party personal injury lawsuit.

  • What Are Typical Treatments for Burn Injuries?

    First- and second-degree burns typically will heal with no scarring. Treatment will include keeping the area clean and infection-free. With third-degree burns, treatment is far more extensive. These severe burns affect deeper layers of the skin, muscle, nerves, and even bones and organs. Patients with serious burn injuries may require medication, surgery, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and assisted care for life.

    The treatment and ongoing care for burn injuries will be expensive. What’s more, a victim of severe burns may be unable to return to work in the same field or may be unable to work at all. The accident itself, plus any resulting scarring and disfigurement, can lead to significant psychological trauma that affects the victim in countless ways. Our Albuquerque burn injury attorneys take all these factors into consideration and relentlessly pursue the compensation our clients need for their treatment, care, and support–for life.

Contact Us

Get Started with a Free Consultation

  • Please enter your first name.
  • Please enter your last name.
  • This isn't a valid email address.
    Please enter your email address.
  • This isn't a valid phone number.
    Please enter your phone number.
  • Please make a selection.
  • Please make a selection.
  • Please enter a message.