Florida Burn Injury Lawyers

Burn injuries are among the most painful and devastating injuries a person can suffer. In Florida, they often result from coffee and hot liquid spills, defective household products, industrial accidents, vehicle crashes, and unsafe property conditions. Victims may face long hospital stays, surgeries, permanent scarring, and emotional trauma.

If you or a loved one suffered a burn injury in Florida, you may have the right to pursue a personal injury or product liability lawsuit. The Law Offices of Jason Turchin helps burn victims statewide, including residents and tourists injured in Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, and beyond.

👉 Call 800-337-7755 today or start a live chat for a free consultation. You won’t pay any fees or costs unless we win or settle your case.

Common Causes of Burn Injuries in Florida

Burns can happen in a variety of everyday settings. Some of the most common causes we see include:

• Coffee and hot liquid spills – Starbucks, McDonald’s, Dunkin’, and other restaurants serving liquids at dangerously high temperatures.
• Defective products – Pressure cookers, air fryers, fire pits, heating blankets, heating pads, hair tools, and faulty batteries in e-scooters or electronics.
• Restaurant and kitchen accidents – Scalding water, grease fires, and food service mishaps.
• Workplace accidents – Industrial fires, chemical burns, and construction site explosions.
• Vehicle crashes – Gasoline fires or airbag deployment burns.
• Property hazards – Unsafe apartments, hotels, or vacation rentals lacking fire safety measures.

Types of Burns Recognized in Florida Claims

Doctors classify burns by severity, and compensation often depends on the degree:

• First-degree burns – Redness and pain, usually minor.
• Second-degree burns – Blistering, swelling, and significant pain.
• Third-degree burns – Deep tissue damage, requiring grafts and long recovery.
• Chemical and electrical burns – Often involving industrial or product liability claims.

Injuries and Complications from Burns

Burn injuries often cause long-term complications, including:

• Severe pain requiring prescription management.
• Permanent scarring and disfigurement.
• Infections requiring extended hospitalization.
• Limited mobility from scar tissue.
• Psychological trauma, including PTSD and depression.
• Financial stress from medical bills and lost wages.

Who May Be Liable for a Burn Injury in Florida?

Determining liability is key to recovering compensation. Possible responsible parties could include:

• Product manufacturers and sellers – For defective or unsafe products (pressure cookers, air fryers, heating blankets, etc.).
• Restaurants and coffee shops – For serving drinks at unsafe temperatures or using faulty lids.
• Drivers – For accidents causing vehicle fires or explosions.
• Employers – For workplace safety violations leading to burns.
• Property owners – For unsafe premises, lack of fire suppression systems, or code violations.

Compensation Available in Florida Burn Injury Lawsuits

Victims may recover damages for:

• Emergency medical treatment and hospitalization.
• Skin grafts, reconstructive surgeries, and rehabilitation.
• Lost wages and reduced earning capacity.
• Pain and suffering.
• Emotional trauma and diminished quality of life.
• Wrongful death damages for surviving families.

Where Burn Injury Cases Are Filed in Florida

Depending on the circumstances, cases may be filed in:

• Florida Circuit Courts – In counties like Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Orange, Hillsborough, and Duval.
• U.S. District Courts in Florida – For federal cases involving out-of-state manufacturers or corporations.

Florida’s Statute of Limitations for Burn Claims

Florida law generally gives victims two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury or product liability lawsuit. Wrongful death claims also typically must be filed within two years.

What To Do After a Burn Injury in Florida

1. Seek immediate medical care. Burns can worsen without treatment.
2. Preserve evidence. Keep defective products, packaging, or clothing.
3. Take photos and videos. Document your injuries over time.
4. Report the incident. Notify employers, restaurants, or product manufacturers.
5. Contact a Florida burn injury lawyer. Before speaking to insurers or companies, get legal advice.

Why Hire the Law Offices of Jason Turchin

Our firm has handled thousands of accident and defective product cases across Florida. For burn victims, we may:

• Investigate whether negligence or a defective product caused your injury.
• Work with medical and engineering experts to support your case.
• File lawsuits in state and federal courts across Florida.
• Handle wrongful death cases for grieving families.
• Fight for maximum compensation for your injuries and losses.

Most importantly, you won’t pay any fees or costs unless we win or settle your case.

FAQs – Florida Burn Injury Claims

Can I sue Starbucks, McDonald’s, or Dunkin’ if their coffee burned me?
Yes. Restaurants may be liable if drinks are served dangerously hot or lids are unsafe.

What if a defective product caused my burn?
You may bring a product liability claim against the manufacturer and seller.

Can tourists file burn injury claims in Florida?
Yes. Tourists injured in Florida may bring lawsuits in Florida courts.

How long do I have to file a burn lawsuit in Florida?
Generally two years from the accident, and wrongful death claims also have a two-year limit.

What if the burn caused permanent scarring?
You may be entitled to additional damages for disfigurement, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life.

Contact Our Florida Burn Injury Lawyers

If you or someone you love suffered a burn injury in Florida, the Law Offices of Jason Turchin may be able to help. We can investigate your case, preserve evidence, and fight for maximum compensation.

📞 Call 800-337-7755 today, start a live chat, or complete our online form for a free consultation.
You won’t pay any fees or costs unless we win or settle your case.