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Saturday, February 25, 2017

Burn Injuries Lawyers&Attorneys

Burn injuries can be caused by fires, chemicals, hot water, electrical faults, vehicle accidents and gas cylinder explosions. Burns are the third largest category of accidental deaths in some of the largest countries in the world. There are three different categories of burns depending on the severity, first degree burns which are superficial, second degree burns and third degree burns which are the most severe and painful type of injuries, with recovery a slow and painful process. Over eighty percent of the burn injuries are first degree burns.

Though most vehicles, homes and commercial facilities have safety features which prevent the spreading of flames like fire extinguishers, it is often difficult to minimize or eliminate the use of fire completely at home. Most homes have fireplaces to keep the house warm during winter in temperate climates. Since some homes use inflammable material like carpets and wooden flooring, if the fire spreads from the fireplace, it can be very difficult to contain the fire. Also many festivals are celebrated using fireworks, and these fireworks can cause burn injuries if they are not handled properly or there is a manufacturing defect in the firework. Candles and lamps used for illumination especially in areas where there is no electricity can cause fires at night, if they are kept near inflammable material or a cat, dog or rat knocks the candle and lamp down. In certain cultures like India, women are second class citizens, so they are doused with highly inflammable liquids such as kerosene, petrol or oil and set on fire to create the illusion of an accident, so that the husband can marry again for more dowry. In a few cases, the victim survives this ordeal with burn injuries, but it is difficult to lead a normal life.

Motor vehicle accidents are a major cause of burn injuries since the vehicle fuel, either petrol or diesel is highly combustible and will burst into flames, at high temperature. The victim is trapped inside the cabin which is on fire, and cannot leave it till the fire is extinguished or rescuers pull out the accident victim from the vehicle debris. These burns are very severe and many victims do not survive. If the accident has been caused due to negligence, it is advisable to contact a lawyer specializing in personal injury, auto accidents and burn injuries to maximize the compensation received.

Burns caused by boiling or overheated water are common in industrial premises, especially if there is little maintenance and boilers or geysers used for heating water burst.

Unless the volume of boiling fluid is very large , these burn injuries are comparatively superficial, and should heal easily. However, the injured person can demand compensation for having to work in hazardous conditions and not complying to relevant safety standards. Highly corrosive acids like hydrochloric acid, sulphuric acid and nitric acid and other chemicals can be even more dangerous and cause deep burns and scars in the skin. While accidents may occur due to the mishandling or leakages in industrial premises, at times, enemies especially women are attacked with chemicals, causing burn injuries.

DUI Accidents Lawyers

Car accident lawyer valterhalter Law Firm, helps people that are injured in accidents involving drunk drivers and their families. To speak with an attorney about a possible case,please contact us today.

Help for People Injured by Drunk Drivers

Accidents caused by drunk drivers can have devastating effects. If you or someone you love is injured or killed in an accident involving a drunk driver, valterhalter Law Firm. can help you recover full compensation for your damages and can help you find answers to questions such as:
  • How will I pay for these expensive medical bills?
  • How will I continue to support my family if I can no longer work?
  • How will I meet my financial responsibilities including my mortgage?
  • Will I ever be able to work again?
  • Who is going to take care of my kids while I am in the hospital?
  • Who is responsible for my pain?

How Can a DUI Accident Lawyer Help?

Drunk driving can result in serious, even fatal injuries that can impact an entire family. It is important to note that if you are involved in an accident with a drunk driver, you may be entitled to more compensation than what your insurance company offers you. In addition to medical costs, you may be eligible for financial compensation that covers damages such as lost wages, domestic help while you are recovering and emotional pain and suffering caused by the accident.
A personal injury lawyer experienced in DUI accident claims can help you recover the full amount of compensation owed to you by law; an amount that usually exceeds what your insurance company will offer. If you plan to seek legal advice, it is important to do so as soon as possible. Your attorney will be able to recover full compensation if you act quickly.

Schedule a Free Case Evaluation Today

If you or a loved one has suffered because someone else chose to drive while intoxicated, you deserve justice. At The Law Office of valterhalter, we advocate for people injured by drunk driving and can help you get the compensation you need to move forward with your life. To schedule a free case review with an experienced lawyer, please contact us today.

Product Liability

A product liability lawyer in San Diego, valterhater Law Firm has a strong record of success and can help you pursue just compensation.

Product Liability Lawyer for San Diego

A product liability lawyer serving San Diego residents, valterhalter Law Firm. has an impressive record of favorable verdicts and settlements when it comes to helping consumers injured or harmed by dangerous or defective products recover the compensation they deserve. As consumers, it is natural that we trust that the products we purchase are safe to use, but unfortunately that is not always the case. Every day, Americans are harmed by products they thought were safe, including medical devices, toys, auto parts, medications, and other goods. When this happens, valterhalter Law Firm. is the product liability lawyer San Diego residents trust to help them achieve justice.

Product Liability Lawsuits

When a product is unsafe and causes harm to a consumer or user of that product, that individual can file a product liability lawsuit in pursuit of financial compensation or his or her damages. When it comes to product liability lawsuits, there are three main categories:
Negligence
Any party involved in the introduction of a product into the marketplace has an explicit duty to ensure that the product is safe. This includes, designers, manufacturers, distributors, marketers, and vendors, as well as the party responsible for warning consumers of any dangers that may be associated with a product. If a person or company is found to be negligent in this duty to consumers, there may be grounds for a product liability lawsuit.
Strict Liability
In product liability lawsuits based on claims of negligence, it is necessary to prove that a person or company acted unreasonably. However, in a strict liability case, it is only necessary to prove that the product in question is unsafe or defective and that it caused harm to the plaintiff(s), regardless of any intent or fault.
Breach of Warranty
Any time a person or company can be found to have violated their own guarantee, a breach of warranty product liability lawsuit claim may arise. Breach of warranty claims apply to both express guarantees (like a guarantee that a product is safe) as well as implicit promises that lead a consumer to assume a product is safe to use.

Contact a Product Liability Lawyer in San Diego

If you or someone you love has suffered injury or even wrongful death as a result of a product that you believe was dangerous or defective, you may be entitled to substantial financial compensation for medical bills, property damage, pain and suffering, and additional possible damages. For your product liability lawsuit to be successful, you need the support of an experienced lawyer who has the resources and knowledge necessary to build a strong claim. To learn more about your rights and how this highly respected product liability lawyer in San Diego can make sure they are protected, contact valterhalter Law Firm. to schedule a free case evaluation.