Experienced Lawyers In Louisiana
Second Degree Burn Lawyer in New Orleans
Injured? Get Gordon!
No Fee Unless We Win
I’ll win your case, or you don’t owe me a dime. No costs, no expenses, no fee. Nothing.
Injured? Get a FREE Consult Now!
Best New Orleans Second-Degree Burn Lawyers Near Me
Free Consultation for Second Degree Burn Cases Near Metairie
A second-degree burn, also called a partial-thickness burn, affects the outer layer of skin and part of the underlying skin layer. Treatment and recovery vary based on the depth, size, location, and cause of the burn. If someone else caused your burn anywhere in Orleans Parish, you deserve to understand your legal options and pursue the damages supported by the facts, applicable law, and available insurance coverage. Our New Orleans personal injury lawyers have helped thousands of injured Louisiana families get back on their feet.
With 230+ Million dollar verdicts and settlements and 679+ years of combined legal experience, we bring experience investigating and pursuing complex injury claims, and we do it with no upfront fees. Our office at 3900 Veterans Memorial Blvd in Metairie sits minutes from Causeway Boulevard and the Kenner line, and we back every local case with Gordon McKernan’s statewide burn injury team.
New Orleans Second-Degree Burn Statistics
Fire and burn risk runs high across south Louisiana, where housing stock is old and industrial plant accidents and other workplaces in the New Orleans area can present additional burn and fire risks. Federal reporting data shows Louisiana loses more people per residential fire than the country as a whole.
8.1
deaths per 1,000 residential structure fires in Louisiana (national average: 5.8)
13.1
injuries per 1,000 residential structure fires in Louisiana
85.1%
share of all Louisiana fire deaths that happen in structure fires
Compensation You May Be Entitled To
Burn care is expensive, and insurance companies know it. Just like our New Orleans car accident clients, burn victims often get a fast, low offer before anyone knows the real cost. We push for every dollar. We document the losses supported by the medical evidence and applicable law and pursue available compensation on the client’s behalf.:
- Medical bills, past and future
- Skin grafts, scar revision, and therapy
- Lost income and reduced earning ability
- Pain, disfigurement, and emotional suffering
If a burn injury took your loved one’s life, our wrongful death attorneys in New Orleans can pursue those losses too. If a burn injury resulted in a death, the applicable deadline should be reviewed separately based on the date of injury and date of death.
How New Orleans Second Degree Burn Lawyers Handle Your Case
From the first call to the final verdict, Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys manages every step of your claim. Some of our burn cases start as offshore and maritime injury claims, so we move fast to lock down evidence before a company cleans up the scene. Your free consultation comes first. After that, we begin:
- Photographing your burns as they heal
- Gathering incident reports and medical records
- Interviewing coworkers and witnesses
- Bringing in burn and scar specialists
- Evaluating the appropriate venue and court when litigation becomes necessary, which may include Orleans Parish Civil District Court or the 24th Judicial District Court depending on the circumstances.
If you were injured at work, you may have a workers’ compensation claim and, depending on who caused the accident, a separate claim against a third party. Louisiana workers’ compensation claims have their own prescription rules, which generally require action within one year subject to statutory exceptions. An attorney can evaluate whether both types of claims may apply. You focus on healing.
Understanding New Orleans Second Degree Burn Injury Laws
Louisiana calls its filing deadline the “prescriptive period.” Miss it and your claim disappears, no matter how strong the proof was. Two rules matter most, and both changed recently, including for big rig fuel fire cases where burns are catastrophic.
Louisiana generally provides a two-year prescriptive period for delictual injury claims arising on or after July 1, 2024. Claims arising before that date may be subject to different prescription rules, so the date and circumstances of the injury should be reviewed individually.
Comparative Fault:
For claims governed by Louisiana’s current comparative-fault rule, an injured person’s recovery is barred when their assigned fault reaches 51% or more. If their fault is below 51%, recoverable damages are reduced in proportion to their assigned fault. The applicable rule can depend on when the claim arose, so the date of the injury should be reviewed.
Mistakes to Avoid After a Second-Degree Burn Injury in New Orleans
Certain actions after an injury can make it more difficult to document or pursue a claim. Like the motorcycle riders we represent, burn victims often hurt their own cases without meaning to. Avoid these:
- Treating a partial-thickness burn at home
- Skipping follow-up or wound care visits
- Posting photos or updates on social media
- Giving a recorded statement without a lawyer
- Waiting too long to file
Already did one of these? Do not panic. An attorney can review what has already occurred and explain what options may remain available.
Common Legal Challenges After a Second-Degree Burn in New Orleans
Burn claims turn complicated fast. Like our New Orleans truck accident cases, they often involve several companies pointing fingers at each other. Victims regularly face:
- Denied or lowball settlement offers
- Fights over who caused the fire
- Missing or altered safety records
- Bills that keep coming during recovery
- Employers who discourage reporting
You do not have to face any of that alone.
Contact a Second Degree Burn Attorney Near Kenner Today
Injured in an Accident? Find Legal Help Near You
Wherever your burn happened, from the Warehouse District to Airline Drive in Kenner, we are ready to help. Our team serves clients throughout the New Orleans metropolitan area and handles injury claims involving accidents in Orleans and Jefferson Parishes.
Your consultation is 100% free, and you pay nothing unless we recover money for you. That is the G Guarantee.
Do not let an insurance company decide what your recovery is worth. Call 888.501.7888 today.
Get Gordon. Get It Done.
Common Causes of Second-Degree Burn Injuries in New Orleans
Second degree burns happen in seconds and change everything after. Scalding liquids, grease fires, chemical splashes, faulty wiring, and flash fires along the river all leave partial-thickness wounds that need serious medical care. Our attorneys trace each burn back to its true cause, whoever that points to. Below are the causes we see most often in Orleans and Jefferson Parish.
Don’t Wait — Talk to a New Orleans Second Degree Burn Lawyer Today
At Gordon Mckernan Injury Attorneys, we understand that emotional and physical recovery come hand and hand after an injury or accident. We also know that you may not have the energy or time to fight with an insurance company and the complexities of your personal injury claim.
How It Works
Filing a claim with Gordon Mckernan Injury Attorneys is easy!
Simply follow the steps below.
Get Your Free Consultation
Fill out our quick and easy form to find out if your case qualifies. Our consultations are free and confidential, and we are here to help whether you hire us or not!
Hear From An Attorney
Our team will evaluate your case and decide on the best course of action. One of our lawyers will get back to you promptly and begin the process of winning your case!
Get Gordon!
Get It Done!
Once your case has been evaluated and deemed a good fit for our firm, our team will go to work immediately on gathering evidence, building your case, and getting you the compensation that you deserve.
Excellent
Settlements & Verdicts
Frequent Answered
Questions
- How Can a Catastrophic Injury Lawyer Help?
- What is the Most Common Type of Lift Truck Accident?
- When to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
- How to Preserve Evidence For Your Personal Injury Case in Louisiana?
- What is the Difference Between Bodily Injury and Personal Injury?
- How Is Injury Compensation Calculated?
- What is a Catastrophic Injury?
- What is Considered a Catastrophic Injury?
- How Are Personal Injury Settlements Paid Out?
- Will My Personal Injury Case Go To Trial?
- How Do I Pay For A Personal Injury Lawyer?
- Do I Need a Lawyer If I’ve Suffered a Personal Injury?
Second Degree Burn Lawyer in New Orleans Blog Posts
Injured? Get a FREE Consult Now!
Let Our Team Fight For You!
If you or a loved one has been injured, don't wait— contact Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys today for a free consultation. Our team is ready to fight for you and secure the compensation you deserve.
With over 30 years of experience, a proven track record of success, and a commitment to client care, we are the best personal injury attorneys in Louisiana to handle your case.
Call us now or fill out our online form. No Fee Unless We Win!
Your Case Matters—Let's Get It Done!
Office Locations
Denham Springs Office
163 Del Orleans Ave., Denham Springs, LA 70726
Gonzales Office
220 S. Burnside Ave. Gonzales, LA 70737
New Orleans Office
3900 Veterans Memorial Blvd. STE 300 Metairie, LA 70002
Zachary Office
4361 Main St. Zachary, LA 70791
© 2026 Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys.
