Hamilton County Burn Injury Lawyer

Legal Support for Severe Burn Victims in Chattanooga and Across Hamilton County

Burn injuries are among the most painful and traumatic injuries a person can experience. They often require extensive medical care, leave lasting physical and emotional scars, and impact nearly every area of life. If your burn was caused by someone else’s negligence, such as in a car crash, workplace accident, or property hazard, you deserve justice.

At Pritchard Injury Firm, we help burn injury victims in Chattanooga, Red Bank, East Ridge, Hixson, and across Hamilton County seek compensation for the harm they've endured. Our team knows how to navigate complex burn injury cases, and we’re here to fight for the full recovery you’re entitled to.

Why Hire Pritchard Injury Firm After a Burn Injury?

Burn cases require more than just legal skill; they require compassion, long-term planning, and the ability to demonstrate damages that aren’t always visible. From permanent scarring to PTSD, the true cost of a burn injury is often far greater than it seems.

Here’s how we help:

• Access to burn specialists and plastic surgeons to document your injuries
• Partnerships with life care planners and economists to project long-term costs
• Experience in handling catastrophic and high-value injury claims
• Proven ability to negotiate and litigate against insurance companies
• No upfront fees. We only get paid if we win your case

You’ve suffered enough. Let us handle the legal fight.

Types of Burn Injuries We Handle

Burn injuries are categorized by severity and source. The most common types we see in personal injury cases include:

• Thermal burns – caused by fire, hot surfaces, boiling liquids, or steam
• Electrical burns – from contact with live wires, faulty appliances, or exposed circuits
• Chemical burns – due to hazardous substances like cleaning agents, acids, or industrial chemicals
• Radiation burns – from medical procedures or overexposure to UV or X-ray radiation
• Friction burns – common in motorcycle or vehicle accidents (often called “road rash”)

These injuries are further classified by degree:

• First-degree: Affects only the outer skin; usually mild and treatable at home
• Second-degree: Damages both the outer layer and underlying dermis; often requires medical attention
• Third-degree and beyond: Destroys full layers of skin and tissue; may require surgery or skin grafts and often results in permanent scarring or disfigurement

We work to hold the responsible party accountable — whether it’s a negligent landlord, careless driver, manufacturer, or employer.

Common Causes of Burn Injuries in Hamilton County

Severe burns can occur in many environments, often when someone else fails to act safely. We routinely handle burn cases caused by:

• Motor vehicle accidents, including car and truck collisions that lead to fires or fuel explosions
• Workplace incidents, especially in construction, manufacturing, and electrical work
• Apartment fires caused by faulty wiring, lack of smoke detectors, or building code violations
• Defective products, such as faulty batteries, kitchen appliances, or heating equipment
• Restaurant and kitchen accidents, where boiling liquids or grease cause serious harm
• Chemical exposure in labs, schools, or industrial sites
• Hot water burns in residential or elder care facilities lacking proper temperature controls

No matter how the burn occurred, we’ll conduct a thorough investigation to determine fault and build your case for recovery.

What Compensation Can You Recover in a Burn Injury Case?

Burn injuries result in some of the most significant and lasting damages — physically, emotionally, and financially. At Pritchard Injury Firm, we fight to secure every dollar you’re owed, including compensation for:

• Emergency treatment and hospitalization
• Burn unit care and skin graft surgeries
• Long-term wound management and rehabilitation
• Reconstructive or cosmetic surgery
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma, PTSD, and loss of confidence
• Lost income and diminished future earnings
• Adaptive equipment and home modifications
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Wrongful death compensation, if applicable

We work with top medical and financial experts to calculate the full lifetime impact of your injuries — not just what the insurance company is willing to offer.

Proving Negligence in a Burn Injury Case

Successfully recovering compensation for a burn injury begins with proving that someone else’s negligence caused the harm. In legal terms, this means showing that the responsible party failed to uphold a reasonable standard of care, and that failure directly led to your injury.

At Pritchard Injury Firm, we start by identifying exactly who had a duty to keep you safe and how that duty was breached. For instance, a landlord might have ignored building code violations that caused an apartment fire, or an employer may have failed to enforce proper safety protocols around chemicals or electrical systems. In auto accidents involving fuel fires, we examine both driver behavior and possible vehicle defects.

Next, we gather key evidence to connect the negligent act to your injury. This might include fire department reports, OSHA safety violations, surveillance footage, witness statements, maintenance records, or product testing data. We also rely on expert testimony to explain how the incident occurred and how the injuries have impacted your life.

By presenting a clear, well-supported narrative, we demonstrate not only who was at fault, but why you deserve full and fair compensation for the pain, losses, and long-term consequences you now face.

FAQ: Burn Injury Cases in Hamilton County

How long do I have to file a burn injury lawsuit in Tennessee?

Tennessee law gives you one year from the date of injury to file most personal injury claims. Delays can hurt your case, so contact a lawyer right away.

Do burn injury cases usually settle or go to court?

Many settle, but insurers may try to lowball you. We prepare each case for trial from day one,  which often results in better settlement offers.

What if the burn happened at work?

You may be entitled to workers’ compensation and possibly a third-party claim if another person or company caused the burn.

Can I get compensation for emotional trauma or disfigurement?

Absolutely. Pain, scarring, and psychological trauma are all valid damages in a burn injury case.

Talk to a Hamilton County Burn Injury Lawyer Today

Burn injuries take more than time to heal; they take resources, support, and justice. At Pritchard Injury Firm, we’ll fight for every bit of compensation you need to move forward. 

Call (470) 828-3363 for your free consultation. We proudly serve burn victims in Chattanooga, Red Bank, East Ridge, Hixson, and all across Hamilton County.