Tampa Burn Injury Attorney

Serious Burn Injuries Demand Focused Legal Help

Severe burns can change every part of your life in a matter of minutes. You may be in the burn unit at a hospital in the Tampa Bay area, facing surgeries, skin grafts, infection risks, and months of rehabilitation. At the same time, bills arrive, work stops, and your family is trying to keep up with decisions that feel overwhelming.

When a fire, explosion, electrical hazard, or chemical incident is caused by someone’s carelessness, you should not have to carry those costs alone. Our Tampa burn injury attorney can investigate what happened, identify potential sources of compensation, and help you protect your future. Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers represents people across this region after life-changing injuries and works to bring structure and clarity to a very difficult time.

Our firm has stood up for injury victims here since 1955. We focus our practice on personal injury and wrongful death cases, and we have recovered more than $675 million for clients. 

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious burn, we encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. You will not pay any attorney fees unless we secure a financial recovery for you.

What is a Burn Injury?

A burn injury occurs when the skin or underlying tissue is damaged due to heat, chemicals, electricity, radiation, or friction. Burns range in severity from minor injuries that heal with minimal treatment to catastrophic injuries that cause permanent disfigurement or disability.

Medical professionals typically classify burn injuries by degree:

• First-degree burns affect only the outer layer of skin and may cause redness and pain.
• Second-degree burns damage deeper layers of skin and often cause blistering, swelling, and severe pain.
• Third-degree burns destroy all layers of the skin and may affect nerves, muscles, and bones.
• Fourth-degree burns extend into muscle and bone and are often life-threatening.

Severe burn injuries frequently require specialized treatment at burn centers and can result in lifelong complications.

Common Types of Burn Injuries

Burn injuries can occur in many ways, especially in busy urban areas like Tampa. Some of the most common types of burn injuries include:

Thermal Burns

These burns result from contact with flames, hot surfaces, steam, or scalding liquids. House fires, workplace accidents, and vehicle fires are frequent causes of thermal burns.

Chemical Burns

Chemical burns occur when harsh substances damage the skin or eyes. These injuries often happen in industrial workplaces, laboratories, or due to improperly labeled or stored chemicals.

Electrical Burns

Electrical burns are caused by contact with exposed wiring, faulty electrical systems, or power lines. These injuries can be deceptive, as internal damage may be far more severe than what is visible on the skin.

Radiation Burns

Radiation burns may occur from prolonged exposure to radiation, including medical radiation errors or industrial accidents.

Friction Burns

Friction burns happen when skin is scraped against a hard surface, such as in motorcycle accidents or pedestrian crashes.

Common Causes of Burn Injuries in Tampa

Burn injuries often occur due to negligence or unsafe conditions. Common causes include:

• Residential or commercial fires
• Explosions and gas leaks
• Defective products or appliances
• Car, truck, or motorcycle accidents
• Workplace accidents and construction site injuries
• Electrical hazards and code violations
• Scalding injuries in restaurants or nursing homes

Our Tampa burn injury lawyer can investigate the cause of your injury and identify all responsible parties.

The Life-Changing Impact of a Burn Injury

Burn injuries can affect every aspect of a victim’s life. Beyond the immediate pain, many burn survivors face long-term challenges, including:

• Permanent scarring and disfigurement
• Chronic pain and nerve damage
• Loss of mobility or function
• Emotional trauma, anxiety, and depression
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Inability to return to work or reduced earning capacity

The financial burden can be overwhelming, with costs for surgeries, skin grafts, rehabilitation, prescription medications, and long-term care. At Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers, we understand these challenges and work aggressively to pursue compensation that reflects the full impact of your injuries.

Compensation Available in a Burn Injury Claim

A successful burn injury claim may provide compensation for both economic and non-economic damages, including:

• Current and future medical expenses
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress and mental anguish
• Disfigurement and permanent disability
• Rehabilitation and long-term care costs

In cases involving extreme negligence or misconduct, punitive damages may also be available under Florida law.

Burn Injury Claim FAQs

How long do I have to file a burn injury lawsuit in Florida?

In most cases, Florida law sets a statute of limitations of two years from the date of the injury. However, exceptions may apply, so it’s important to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.

What if my burn injury happened at work?

You may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, but you could also have a third-party personal injury claim depending on how the accident occurred.

Can I still recover compensation if I was partially at fault?

Yes. Florida follows a comparative negligence system, which means your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault, but you may still recover damages.

How much is my burn injury case worth?

Every case is different. The value depends on the severity of the burn, medical costs, long-term impact, and available insurance coverage.

Do I need a lawyer for a burn injury claim?

While not required, having an experienced burn injury lawyer significantly increases your chances of recovering full and fair compensation.

Why Tampa Burn Survivors Turn To Our Firm

When you look for a burn injury lawyer in this area, you are not just choosing a name on a website. You are choosing who will speak for you when you cannot, who will stand between you and large insurers, and who will plan for the long-term needs that often come with severe burns. Clients come to Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers because they want a firm with deep roots and a steady record of handling high-stakes injury claims.

Our firm has represented families throughout the Tampa Bay area since 1955. We built our practice by concentrating on personal injury and wrongful death cases, including catastrophic injuries that require careful preparation and persistence. We were the first law firm in Pinellas County to limit its practice to personal injury, and that history shows how committed we are to people whose lives have been turned upside down by preventable harm.

Over the years, our attorneys have helped clients recover more than $675 million. Those results reflect that we have the resources to pursue substantial outcomes in cases involving extensive medical treatment, permanent scarring, and long-term disability. Every case is different, and no past result can predict a future outcome, but this history shows that we are comfortable stepping into complicated, serious matters.

Several of our attorneys are Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, a distinction earned by fewer than 2 percent of Florida lawyers. Board Certification signals significant training and courtroom experience, which is especially important in burn cases where insurers often fight over the value of pain, disfigurement, and future care. We build every claim as if it may go to court, and we are prepared to try a case when a fair resolution is not offered.

Clients also choose us because they know they will work directly with a lawyer. We intentionally limit delegation so that an attorney remains deeply involved, accessible, and responsible for the overall strategy. If you are unable to travel because of your injuries, we can visit you at home, in the hospital, or at your workplace in the Tampa Bay area. Our goal is to meet you where you are and to move your case forward in a way that respects what you are going through.

To speak with an attorney about a serious burn injury, call (727) 591-3354 or contact us online today.