September 16, 2025 | Personal injury

Excruciatingly painful and deeply traumatizing, burn injuries are amongst the worst in type of injury. Many times a burn injury will leave a permanent scar. In severe cases, burn injuries can be life altering.  Whether burn injuries are caused by direct flames, hazardous chemicals or electrical accidents, they can leave lasting physical and emotional scars. They can also put a strain on you economically. Below, we take a look at different types of burn injuries that can occur in the workplace. We also look at why having professional burn injury representation is important.

Types of Workplace Burn Injuries

Burn injuries can occur in many different ways within the workplace environment. Below are some of the most common types of burn injuries we encounter in personal injury cases.

• Thermal burns (exposure to heat or fire)

These are the most common types of burn injuries. They occur when the skin comes into contact with a heat source such as an open flame, boiling liquid, steam or hot surface. These types of injuries occur where heat sources are available such as in restaurants, construction sites and manufacturing environments. However, these injuries can occur in any work environment for example, in the case of a fire in an office block. Exposure to heat sources results in severe damage to the body’s tissues. These injuries often result in permanent scaring and require extensive medical treatment.

• Chemical burns

These burns are the result of exposure to caustic or corrosive substances such as acids and solvents. These burns may occur as a result of coming into direct contact with the corrosive substance or indirect contact, such as in the case of inhalation. Chemical burns often affect employees working in environments such as laboratories and manufacturing plants. Many cleaning agents contain corrosive substances thus putting people in various other work environments at risk of exposure. These types of injuries are particularly dangerous because damage to tissue may continue even after initial contact if appropriate action is not taken to neutralize the substance. Quick medical attention is therefore essential.

• Electrical burns

These burns occur as a result of electrical current passing through the body. The electrical current damages tissues including nerves and internal organs as it passes through the body. While surface damage may occur due to exposure to electric current, these burns can be particularly deceptive because the external injuries may be minor while internal damage is severe. Workers such as construction workers, utility workers and electricians are at high risk of suffering these types of burns.

• Radiation burns

These burns occur as a result of prolonged exposure to radiation. This includes different types of radiation such as x-rays, nuclear radiation and ultraviolet rays. Exposure to radiation can result in surface burns and tissue damage. It can also result in the development of long-term illnesses and complications such as cancer. Workers in healthcare, research labs, nuclear power stations, imaging facilities and outdoor environments face high risk of suffering this type of injury.

• Friction burns

These burns occur as a result of the skin rubbing against a rough or hard surface. The burns are a result of a combination of heat and abrasion. These types of injuries are common in construction, warehousing and roadwork environments. They are often caused by machinery, high-speed accidents and ropes.

• Scalding

These burns are the result of coming into contact with hot liquids or steam. They are particularly severe because they can occur quickly and cover a large surface of the skin. Workers in industries such as food service, manufacturing, energy and construction industries are at high risk.

Why You Need Professional Burn Injury Representation

Burn injuries are not only painful and psychologically devastating but can also put a strain on your finances. They often result in high medical costs, long recovery times and loss of income. Victims may also suffer permanent scarring, disfigurement or disability. All these factors make it even more important to seek compensation. Working with an experienced attorney offers many advantages including:

• Identifying liability

Burn case injuries often involve multiple parties including employers, equipment manufacturers and property owners. An experienced attorney can investigate your case thoroughly and determine liability.

• Maximizing compensation

Medical care for burn injuries often involves surgeries, skin grafts, rehabilitation and long-term therapy. Working with an attorney will help ensure you receive compensation that covers both immediate and future expenses.

• Fighting insurance companies

Insurance companies may try to minimize payouts or deny claims. Your attorney will advocate for your rights and negotiate aggressively on your behalf.

• Peace of mind during recovery

When you’re focused on healing, you shouldn’t have to worry about legal battles. Hiring a lawyer allows you to prioritize recovery while they handle the complex leg work.

If you or a loved one has suffered a workplace burn injury, contact us at High & Younes LLC. You don’t have to face the aftermath alone.

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