Charles Bryan Alred, PC

Severe burn injuries require extensive — and often costly — medical treatment. The injury may initially be treated with a variety of creams, ointments, wound dressings and medications. But sometimes more intensive procedures are required. Examples include:

• Skin grafts: A skin graft is a surgical procedure where doctors replace the scar tissue caused by deep burns with pieces of your own healthy skin. Donor skin can also be used.
• Plastic surgery: If your burn injury leaves a lot of scarring, skin reconstruction is an option. This both improves the appearance of your skin and improves joint flexibility.
• Breathing assistance: Burns on the face or neck may cause your throat to swell, making it difficult to breathe. In that case, your doctor will insert a tube down your throat to supply oxygen to your lungs.
• Tube feeding: It takes a lot of energy for your body to heal a burn injury. To ensure your body is being nourished properly your doctor may put a feeding tube in your nose leading to your stomach.

A car accident victim should not be left to foot the bill for these expensive treatments. Our personal injury attorneys will help you receive the compensation that you deserve.

What Do I Do If I Suffer Burn Injuries in a Car Accident?

You have a right to compensation for your medical expenses, including medication, surgery, and physical therapy, but only if you are less than 50 percent at fault for the accident. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you prove that the accident was not your fault.

Also, keep in mind that personal injury claims are time-sensitive. Your personal injury lawsuit must be brought within two years of the accident.

While Oklahoma does not cap what you can recover for medical expenses, the law does place a $350,000 cap on what you can recover for pain and suffering and other noneconomic damages.