Causes of Burn Injuries
Although the body can handle a fair share of wear and tear, there are certain limits in terms of temperature that skin and deeper tissue can withstand. If a source of heat that exceeds this limit comes close enough or in direct contact with the skin, the resulting burn can prove extremely painful and may require urgent medical care. Considering that the American Burn Association estimated a total of 500,000 burn injuries in 2009, burn injuries are a major concern.
If you have sustained a burn due to another party’s negligent behavior, contact the Houston personal injury lawyers of Williams Kherkher by calling 832-369-8296 for more information regarding your legal options.
Sources of Extreme Heat
Burns can develop from a wide range of possible accidents or manufacturing errors. Although many people associate burns with fire-related incidents, burn injuries only require the presence of extreme heat or a chemical reaction that simulates this heat. This means that burns may be caused by any of the following:
- Fire
- Electricity
- Chemicals
- Friction
- Radiation
- Steam or other gases
There are many accidents that can bring these sources of burns into contact with unprotected individuals. A faulty plug or poor wiring job can cause electrical burns. A defective product may melt, revealing hazardous and extremely hot materials. Car accidents and other major incidents may start fires or cause serious friction burns. With each of these problems, medical treatment should be provided as quickly as possible to reduce the possibility of infection.
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If you have been injured by a defective product or suffered harm in an accident, you may have grounds for legal action. To learn more about your legal options, contact the Houston personal injury attorneys of Williams Kherkher today at 832-369-8296.