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What Is a Burn Injury Claim?
A burn injury claim is the legal process of seeking compensation if you or a loved one suffered burn injuries due to an accident or medical negligence. Burns can cause extreme pain, permanent scarring, psychological trauma, and life-long impact on your health and appearance.
If you have suffered a burn injury within the last three years, LITKRAFT can help you claim compensation and get the support you need for treatment, rehabilitation, and recovery.
Who Can Claim?
You may be entitled to bring a burn injury claim if you are:
• A patient who suffered burns due to medical negligence or unsafe treatment
• An employee injured by burns at work due to lack of safety measures
• An individual injured in a road accident, fire, explosion, or defective product
• A parent or guardian making a claim for a child who suffered burn injuries
• A family member of someone who died from severe burn injuries
Why Choose LITKRAFT?
We understand the devastating effects of serious burn injuries. At LITKRAFT, we make the process clear and supportive:
• We speak your language
• 14 years’ experience – over 21,000 cases, £51M+ recovered
• 93% of clients come through recommendations
• 24/7 new claim helpline
• Free home or hospital visits across the UK
• Work with top UK personal injury and medical negligence solicitors
• Regulated claims management company
• Fast, confidential, stress-free process
Types of Burn Injury Claims We Handle
Workplace Burns – Injuries caused by unsafe machinery, chemicals, or lack of protective equipment.
Medical Negligence Burns – Injuries caused by surgical errors, laser treatments, radiotherapy, or negligence in care.
Road Accident Burns – Burns caused by car or motorcycle accidents involving fire or explosion.
Chemical & Electrical Burns – Exposure to corrosive substances or electrical accidents.
Severe Burns & Scarring – Claims for permanent scarring, disfigurement, and reconstructive surgery needs.
Children’s Burn Injuries – Support for families when a child suffers burns due to negligence.
What Can You Claim For?
• Pain, suffering, and loss of quality of life
• Scarring and permanent disfigurement
• Psychological trauma and PTSD
• Medical treatment, reconstructive surgery, rehabilitation, and ongoing care
• Loss of income and reduced earning capacity
• Care and assistance provided by family members
• Travel costs and out-of-pocket expenses
• Funeral expenses in fatal cases
How Much Compensation Could You Receive?
The amount of compensation depends on:
• Severity of burns and long-term effects (scarring, disability, pain)
• Medical evidence and future treatment needs
• Psychological impact and emotional trauma
• Financial losses, including loss of earnings and care costs
• Impact on daily life and independence
• Future costs of surgery, therapy, and support
Your solicitor will rely on medical reports, expert opinions, financial documents, and Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) to calculate a fair settlement.
Our No Win No Fee Burn Injury Claims Process
Free Consultation – we listen to your case and explain your options
Evidence Gathering – medical records, accident reports, witness statements, expert reports
Medical Assessment – independent medical review of your injuries and future needs
Negotiation – we pursue the maximum possible settlement
Settlement or Court – if liability is denied, we are prepared to take your case to trial
No Win, No Fee – if your claim is unsuccessful and you have been honest and cooperative, you won’t pay your solicitor’s fee.
Time Limits for Burn Injury Claims
• Adults – 3 years from the date of the accident/negligence or when you became aware of harm
• Children – until their 21st birthday
• Fatal cases – 3 years from the date of death or discovery of the cause
• Mental incapacity – no time limit while the injured person lacks capacity
Contact Us for Your FREE Claim Assessment
Call 0208 635 5555, request a callback, or complete our online form.
We’ll confirm within minutes if you may have a valid case.
Home or Hospital Visits – We can visit you anywhere in the UK at no extra cost. We’ll collect evidence, take statements, and guide you through your claim — so you can focus on recovery while we handle the legal process.
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Over 93% of our clients come to us through personal recommendation. With more than £51 million recovered and 15+ years of experience, our results speak for themselves — but we’d rather let our clients speak for us.
I am very impressed with the service provided. Thanks to LITKRAFT assistant I was able to prove my innocence. Third party was denying the damages suffered, but we never gave up, resulting in a settlement of compensation that I was really happy with.
If you had an accident – immediately call LITKRAFT. They are true professionals and it really shows, as they can tell you straight away if you have a case. When I had another accident I emailed all details to them and they called me back within 20 min.
Great company, fantastic staff who are just a phone call away to help. They were very patient in explaining every document received from solicitors or doctors. When we first started the claims process, the other party tried to deny liability, but LITKRAFT solicitor fought my case in court and won it. I was delighted with the process and I couldn’t have asked for anything more from LITKRAFT.
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