On the outset, they may not seem like a big deal, but do not be fooled–burns of any degree are serious injuries. A burn scar lasts forever and not only disfigures one’s appearance, but can sometimes create a permanent feeling of increased pain and sensitivity. The residual damage can cause a significant amount of emotional distress. Although money will not cause a burn or scar to disappear, the law has created a system to compensate you for the damages these injuries have caused.

Jerome Foreman & Associates, P.C,. is a Chicago Metro Area law firm that specializes in personal injury claims, including burn injuries. Our firm is able to provide a personal, one-on-one commitment only found in midsize firms. We offer home and hospital visits, Spanish translators, and we work on a contingency fee basis. This means that if no recovery is made on your behalf, we do not collect attorney fees. At Jerome Foreman & Associates, P.C., our clients are always first.

Calculating Damages in Illinois Burn Injuries

The amount of money you collect in compensation for your burn injury is referred to as damages. Various types of damages are allowed for under the law of personal injury. Common types of damages awarded include personal injury, property damage and punitive damages, among others. When one suffers from a burn injury, the judge or jury calculating damages will consider such factors as total medical expenses, loss of earnings and earning potential, pain and suffering, future pain and suffering and emotional damages, to name just a few. A common example of how a burn scar or cut can lead to a loss in earning potential is when someone who makes a living from modeling suffers a scarring injury.

The legal services provided by Jerome Foreman & Associates, P.C, is a highly personalized and attentive approach to the law that can only be found at a law firm with over 30 years of experience in representing injured plaintiffs. Call us today and schedule your free initial consultation.