Many people suffer Jacksonville burn injuries each year, and many require hospitalization or even die as a result of their burns. The four most common forms of burns are:
Thermal burns – Caused by intense heat. Thermal burns are often caused by exposure to flame or fire, scalding liquids, hot metals (welding), or steam.
Radiation burns – Caused by exposure to harmful nuclear radiation or ultraviolet rays, such as sunlight or tanning beds.
Electrical burns – Caused by electricity running through the body. Electrical burns can occur as the result of faulty wiring or exposed electrical lines.
Chemical burns – Caused by exposing the skin to caustic substances. Chemical burns occur when chemicals come in contact with the skin.
There are three degrees of burn injury. First-degree burn injuries are the least severe, usually only resulting in red skin that is irritated and turns white when pressed. Burn injury claims are usually only filed when the burn injury involves second degree burns or worse.
Second-degree burn injuries cause damage to the underlying layer of skin, and can cause blistering and scars. Third-degree burns completely destroy most of the skin in the burn area, and are usually treated by removing the damaged skin and replacing it via skin graft. If you or a loved one have been the victim of a Jacksonville burn accident call the Law Offices of Henry E. Gare at (904) 387-6101