''I suffered second-degree burns due to the fact that the glass coffee pot exploded right in front of me, and all that boiling, burning-hot coffee landed on my lap. I was rushed to the hospital, and when we left the hospital, I didn't know who to turn to.''
Trusting a Skilled Personal Injury Lawyer to Protect Your Rights After Sustaining a Serious Burn Injury
R.C. and his wife were having breakfast at a popular pancake house chain when suddenly, the glass coffee pot on their table exploded. Except for the bottom part, the pot shattered into bits. The hot, scalding coffee splashed onto R.C.'s lap. As a result, it burned through his skin's epidermis (outermost layer) and the dermis (second layer). R.C. was rushed to the hospital, and doctors took care of his burn injury. However, R.C.'s family faced another problem. They needed funds to afford the costs of treating and caring for his burn wounds.
Second-degree burns are more serious than first-degree. They generally require urgent medical attention, especially in cases like that of R.C., where they have affected a wide area of his lap. The boiling coffee tore the top two layers of his skin, causing his skin to peel and exposing the shiny, moist inner layer to dust and bacteria. The burns also caused discoloration and several visible blisters.
For patients who have suffered burns, immediate medical attention may include surgery, skin grafting, and debridement of the injured skin and tissue. Even in cases where a burn victim has health insurance, these are expensive medical procedures. Burn injuries not only require costly initial care, but they also heal slowly and are prone to infection.
Treating burn wounds, particularly those that need hospitalization, costs hundreds of dollars. Studies show that, on average, burn victims in America have to pay a total of $1,489 in direct medical costs to have the wounds treated.
When R.C. and his wife left the hospital, they had nowhere to turn to. So they started looking for help until a friend referred them to Sean M. Cleary, whom they contacted right away.
While the office told them the attorney was out of town, Sean did not hesitate to reach out to R.C. "Well, not even 5 minutes went by that Sean called me", said R.C.
Sean and his team took great care of R.C. and his family. They gave clear advice and guided them closely in taking the proper steps. Sean also checked on R.C. daily, giving him assurance and peace of mind during this crucial period of his life. At last, R.C. and his family got the support and guidance they needed to overcome their problems.
Let the Offices of Sean M. Cleary Help You in Personal Injury Cases
Burn injuries often come from minor accidents at home, but R.C.'s case showed that they can also result from negligence. Burn wounds, particularly those that need hospital care, can cause physical pain and even financial distress. Because treating these wounds requires specialized care, burn victims have to pay for expensive medical services. If you face a similar situation, it is best to seek help from an experienced personal injury lawyer like Sean M. Cleary, who can help you find the right solutions.