Burn Injuries
Fighting for injured workers throughout Mississippi
Burns are among the most serious types of on-the-job injuries. They can be extremely painful and disfiguring, and they can have a significant impact on workers’ ability to earn a living. When workers suffer burns on the job, they deserve workers’ compensation benefits. An experienced attorney at Tabor Law Firm, P.A. can help. We serve injured workers in Ridgeland, Jackson and all of Mississippi.
There are different degrees of burns, sorted by severity. The most common types are:
- First degree – the least serious type, in which the outer layer of skin is affected
- Second degree – burns extend to the next layer of skin, and scarring may occur
- Third degree – all three layers of skin are damaged; skin grafts may be necessary
Some burns heal within days, while others can take week or months. More serious burns can require extensive treatment and can leave workers with a permanent disability.
Burns can also be caused by different types of heat sources. Thermal burns are caused by open flame, hot stoves, hot liquids or steam. Electrical burns are caused by contact with live electricity. Chemical burns are the result of skin contact with dangerous chemical substances. And radiation burns occur after exposure to sources of radiation.
Workers exposed to sources of heat, electricity, chemicals or radiation are all at risk of burn injuries. These include workers in manufacturing, construction, refineries and restaurants. But burns can happen at any workplace and leave workers with serious injuries. Their medical expenses can add up quickly, and they may suffer a loss of income while unable to work.
Experience that gets results
In Mississippi, workers who suffer burn injuries on the job are eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits while they recover. These benefits include all medical expenses for treating the burn. They also include partial wages during the time the worker is unable to return to the job.
But actually getting those benefits is not always a simple process. Employers can dispute that the injury was work-related. Insurance companies can deny claims and question the extent of your injuries. They may suggest that you are ready to return to work even though you are still recovering.
We fight for you
Employers and insurance companies have lawyers looking out for them. That’s why you need an experienced workers’ compensation attorney to fight for your rights. Attorney Jonathan Tabor knows the laws in Mississippi. He knows the tricks insurance companies use to try to deny benefits to injured workers.
Our firm also knows how to build a strong case that proves you should be receiving workers’ compensation benefits. We can help you navigate the claims process and provide aggressive representation at every step of the appeals process if your claim is denied. Our focus is on getting the best possible results.
Sometimes we are able to negotiate a settlement of your claim with the insurance company. But we are only interested in a settlement that meets your needs. If the insurance company won’t negotiate, we can fight for you in court. We are skilled litigators who have won numerous awards for clients at trial.
If you suffered a burn injury at work, learn more about how we can help during a free consultation with a workers’ compensation attorney at our law firm. Call us.