Fire

Fire

We're Here For You After a Catastrophe

Fires can be catastrophic to those involved. All your family memories, belongings, and, occasionally, lives are lost. Most things cannot be revived or fixed once they are exposed to a fire. If you or a loved one has been affected by a fire, then you need to contact the Law Offices of Matthew Brekhus.

Burn Injures from Fire Victims

Many types of injuries can occur from fire accidents. Burn wounds are a serious injury that is common. There are multiple degrees of burn injuries, depending on how serious they are:

  • First degree burns are similar to sunburns. They usually heal in just a few days.
  • Second degree burns extend to more layers of the skin and blisters form. These are painful burns.
  • Third degree burns all layers and makes the skin appear dry and leathery. These are extremely painful burns. Chances of infection are very high for these types of injuries.
  • Fourth degree burns all layers and the muscle tissue and bone are charred. These are considered life-threatening injuries and could require plastic surgery or amputation.

Gas Inhalation Can Cause Injury

Smoke inhalation, carbon monoxide, and other inhaled gases contribute to injuries that happen after fire accidents. With the help of a Northern California personal injury attorney, you may be able to get compensated for some or all of your injuries. Those damages can be used for medical bills, time off work that is spent in recovery, as well as emotional, physical, or psychological support that may be necessary after such a traumatic event. In the case of a wrongful death, funeral expenses may also be covered by damages attained.

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If you or a loved one have been affected by such an accident, you should be contacting the Law Offices of Matthew Brekhus. Attorney Brekhus has years of experience with these cases and wants to help you and your family get the compensation you need to continue with your life. Call the office today to schedule your consultation and discuss the next step you need to take for your case.

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