Philadelphia Burn Injury Attorney

As the second most frequent cause of accidental death across the country, falling only behind motor vehicle crashes, burn injuries happen often and in many different environments. Data from the American Burn Association shows that 486,000 people in the United States sought medical care for burns in a single year, with 40,000 of those patients needing specialized hospital stays to address their wounds. Statistics provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate that a fire-related fatality happens approximately every 169 minutes.

While fires are a major source of these injuries, caustic chemicals, sudden explosions, or radiation exposure also result in deep tissue damage. In many instances, these painful events occur because another party acted carelessly or failed to stop a dangerous situation from developing. When someone else’s negligence leads to permanent scarring, physical pain, or the death of a family member, Pennsylvania and New Jersey laws allow victims to seek financial recovery for their losses.

The legal team at Quinn Law Group represents people and families trying to rebuild their lives after the physical and emotional shock of a severe burn. With over 20 years of trial experience and a reputation for aggressive advocacy, Sean Quinn and his team provide the personalized attention required to handle these high-stakes claims effectively. Our firm maintains a limited caseload to ensure every client receives our full focus while we work toward the results you deserve.

Different Types of Burns We Handle

Burns are physical damage to the skin or underlying tissues, often caused by heat, electrical currents, toxic substances, or intense friction. Medical professionals categorize these injuries into four specific types, and each is further labeled by its level of severity:

• Thermal burns: These happen through direct contact with high-heat sources like open flames, boiling liquids, or hot metal surfaces.
• Chemical burns: Corrosive materials can cause external skin damage or internal harm to the lungs and throat if the fumes are breathed in.
• Electrical burns: Current moving through the body can cause deep burns along with hidden nerve damage or heart rhythm disruptions.
• Radiation burns: While most people think of sunburns, radiation from medical treatments or industrial equipment can also cause serious harm.

Common Reasons for Burn Injuries

Various products and workplace environments can lead to devastating burn injuries, and very often, a lack of safety or proper maintenance is the underlying cause. If a person or company failed to act responsibly, those actions can form the legal basis for a personal injury lawsuit in Philadelphia or throughout the region. Common causes of these incidents include:

• Defective products
• Explosions
• Flammable materials
• Gas Explosions
• Hot liquid burns
• Vehicle fires
• Exposure to toxic chemicals
• Workplace accidents
• Industrial accidents
• Building fires
• Lack of adequate fire safety measures or security
• Household fires

Those who survive these incidents frequently have to live with permanent changes to their bodies and health, such as:

• Disfigurement
• Hearing or sight impairment
• Mobility impairment
• Paralysis

Contact Our Philadelphia Burn Injury Attorney Today

At Quinn Law Group, we are relentless when seeking compensation for those who have gone through catastrophic burn injuries. Sean Quinn has recovered millions of dollars for clients, including notable outcomes of $4.25 million and $2.4 million, and holds a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating. Recognized by Super Lawyers and the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, our firm has the courtroom experience and strategy you can rely on when your future is at stake.

Call (215) 360-3666 to discuss your case.

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