• One of every 13 fire deaths in the U.S. is started by a child.
• More than 1/3 of preschool child deaths by fire are caused by children playing with matches and lighters
• At least 50% of all burn accidents can be prevented.
• Home cooking equipment is the leading cause of home fires and related injuries.
• Most fire related deaths are started by smoking materials such as cigarettes.
• The most common causes of thermal burn injuries among children are hair curlers, curling irons, room heaters, ovens and ranges, irons, gasoline, and fireworks.
• Most scald burns to children are caused by hot foods or liquids spilled in the kitchen, or other areas where food is prepared and served.

What Burn Victims Suffer

• Physical and emotional trauma.
• Constant pain.
• Disfigurement.
• Organ damage.
• Body chemistry damage.
• Sensitivity to temperature change.

The source of the burn, its location, degree of burn, the victim’s medical history, and the age of the victim are all factors to consider when someone has been burned. Some burn injuries can also threaten the:

• Respiratory system. 
• Circulatory system.
• Nervous system.

Burn injury victims also often experience emotional and psychological trauma which can lead to loss of quality life, not to mention the ability to work or function as a “normal” member of society.

You Need an Experienced New York Burn Accident Attorney

This is why burn cases can be so complicated and why you need experienced attorneys that you can trust to protect your rights every step of the way.

If you or someone you know has been the victim of an injury due to a burn accident in New York or New Jersey due to someone else’s negligence, you need knowledgeable and experienced New York burn accident attorneys on your side. The attorneys at Gersowitz, Libo & Korek, P.C. have been winning cases involving people just like you for years. Now, we want to hear your story.

Here’s how to reach us:

–For fastest service, call: 1-800-LAW-9997, or
–Fill out a New York Personal Injury Case Consultation form.

We’re eager to hear your story, answer your questions and lay out all of your available options. All at no risk and no cost to you. That’s right. Our consultations are completely FREE. So call us now at 1-800-LAW-9997.

We handle personal injury cases in New York and New Jersey.