Healing from a serious burn is one of the hardest things a person can go through. The pain is real. The bills are real. The worry about what comes next is real. At Christensen Law, our Troy burn injury lawyers help families across Oakland County turn that worry into a plan, and that plan into results.
Since 1991, we have been the voice for Michiganders whose lives were changed by someone else’s careless or dangerous conduct.
You did not choose this chapter of your life, but you do get to choose who walks through it with you. Our Troy team brings courtroom experience, top-tier recognition, and a promise we live by every day: listen, protect, win.
Reach out today and let us show you what that promise can do for your family.
Why Choose Our Troy Burn Injury Lawyers?
Burn cases involve complicated medical evidence, long-term care planning, and insurance companies that often try to settle quickly for far less than a case is worth. We bring a different approach.
Here is what sets us apart for Troy burn injury clients:
- Trial-tested advocacy. We are members of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), and we prepare every case as if it will be tried before a jury.
- No fees unless we win. We take on the costs of your case, and you pay nothing until we recover compensation for you.
- Personal attention. We keep you informed at every stage and answer your questions in plain language, not legal jargon.
- Local knowledge. From our Troy office, we understand the courts, the roads, and the communities of Oakland County.
- Proven results. Our attorneys have secured record-setting settlements and verdicts for accident victims throughout Michigan.
When you are facing painful treatments and an uncertain future, you need a team that listens, protects, and wins. Reach out today to learn how we can help your family move forward.
Our Track Record in Burn and Catastrophic Injury Cases
Burn injuries fall within a broader category of catastrophic injuries, the area where our firm has built its reputation. We have a long history of recovering substantial verdicts and settlements for clients with life-changing injuries, including multimillion-dollar results in motor vehicle and personal injury matters.
Some representative recoveries from our firm include $17.8 million for a motor vehicle accident, $9.5 million for a motorcycle accident, and $4.55 million in a personal injury case.
Past results do not guarantee a particular outcome in your case, because every claim turns on its own facts. What our results do show is that we know how to build powerful cases, work with top medical and economic experts, and stand up to large insurance companies and corporate defendants.
When you bring your burn injury case to our Troy team, we will spare no resource to pursue the full value of your claim.
What Are the Common Causes of Burn Injuries in Troy?
Burn injuries can happen in countless ways, and many of them trace back to someone else’s negligence. Troy is a busy hub for commerce, dining, and travel, and that activity comes with real risks.
Whether the harm happened on I-75, at an industrial site off Stephenson Highway, or in an apartment near Oakland Mall, you may have a claim if another party’s careless conduct caused your injury.
Some of the most common causes of burn injuries we see include:
- Motor vehicle crashes that lead to fuel fires, vehicle explosions, or contact with hot engine components
- Truck accidents involving fuel tankers or hazardous materials
- Motorcycle accidents where riders are exposed to road surfaces, exhaust systems, and post-crash fires
- Defective products such as faulty appliances, batteries, or vaping devices
- Electrocution events caused by exposed wiring, downed power lines, or unsafe equipment
- Construction site incidents involving chemicals, hot equipment, or unsafe scaffolding (where workers’ compensation is not the exclusive remedy)
- Apartment and rental property fires linked to faulty smoke detectors, bad wiring, or missing safety systems
- Negligent security that exposes guests to assault, arson, or unsafe premises
No matter how your burn injury happened, it is worth speaking with a Troy burn injury attorney who can review the facts and explain your options. We are here to listen and help you understand the path forward.
Types of Burn Injuries Our Troy Team Handles
Burn injuries are commonly grouped by their cause and severity. Each type carries its own medical challenges, recovery timeline, and impact on a victim’s daily life. Our Troy burn injury lawyers handle a full range of cases, including:
- Thermal burns caused by fire, steam, hot liquids, or hot surfaces
- Chemical burns from contact with acids, alkalis, or industrial solvents
- Electrical burns caused by contact with live wires, faulty equipment, or lightning-related events
- Friction burns from road rash in motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian crashes
- Radiation burns from prolonged exposure to certain energy sources
Burns are typically described as first-degree (superficial), second-degree (partial thickness), third-degree (full thickness), or fourth-degree (involving muscle, tendon, or bone). The deeper the burn, the more likely it is to require surgeries, skin grafts, and long-term rehabilitation.
Whatever the depth or category of your burn, our team can help you connect medical evidence to the legal questions that drive your case forward.
How Does Michigan Law Protect Burn Injury Victims?
Michigan law gives burn injury victims important rights, but those rights come with strict deadlines and rules. Our team works hard to make these rules clear so you can make informed decisions about your case.
A few key points often matter in Troy burn injury cases:
- Statute of limitations. Under MCL 600.5805, most personal injury claims in Michigan must be filed within three years of the date of injury. Some claims involving public entities or specific types of defendants have shorter deadlines.
- No-fault auto insurance. Michigan’s no-fault system, governed by the Michigan Insurance Code, provides Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits that can pay for medical care, wage loss, and other expenses after a crash-related burn.
- Third-party claims. When a burn injury involves serious impairment of body function, permanent serious disfigurement, or death, victims may pursue a third-party claim against the at-fault driver for pain and suffering and other non-economic damages.
- Comparative fault. Michigan applies a modified comparative fault rule, which can reduce or limit recovery if the injured person is found partly responsible.
- Premises and product liability. Property owners and product manufacturers can be held accountable when unsafe conditions or defective items cause burns.
These rules can interact in complicated ways, especially when more than one party is responsible. Our Troy burn injury attorneys will walk you through how these laws apply to your situation and what they mean for your potential recovery.
Compensation Available in a Troy Burn Injury Claim
Burn injuries often require months or even years of medical treatment, including emergency care, reconstructive surgery, physical therapy, and mental health support. Many burn survivors also face changes in their ability to work, care for their families, and enjoy daily life. A strong claim accounts for all of these losses, both now and in the future.
Compensation in a Troy burn injury case may include:
- Past and future medical expenses, including hospital stays, surgeries, skin grafts, prescriptions, and rehabilitation
- Lost wages and lost earning capacity when injuries keep you from returning to your job or limit your future earnings
- Pain and suffering for the physical pain, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life caused by the injury
- Disfigurement and scarring damages that recognize the long-term impact of visible burns
- Mental health treatment for anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress related to the event
- Loss of consortium for the impact on close family relationships
- Wrongful death damages when a loved one is lost as a result of catastrophic burns
We work closely with treating providers, life-care planners, and economists to make sure no future need is left out of your demand. Our goal is a recovery that supports your healing today and protects your security for years to come.
How Our Troy Burn Injury Lawyers Build Your Case
Strong burn injury cases are built on careful investigation and clear evidence. Insurance carriers and corporate defendants will look for any reason to reduce or deny your claim, so we move quickly to preserve evidence and document the full impact of your injuries.
When you hire our Troy team, you can expect us to:
- Visit the scene of the incident, whether it is a stretch of Rochester Road, a construction site, or a private property
- Identify and interview witnesses while their memories are fresh
- Work with fire investigators, engineers, and medical experts who can explain how and why the burn happened
- Gather medical records, employment documents, and other evidence of your losses
- Communicate with insurance adjusters so you do not have to fend off pressure tactics on your own
- Prepare your case for trial from the start, even when settlement is the likely outcome
By treating every claim as if it will end up in front of a jury, we put ourselves in the strongest possible position to negotiate a fair settlement or, when necessary, take your case to court.
What Happens When Wrongful Death Follows a Burn Injury?
Some burn injuries are so severe that they prove fatal. When a family loses a loved one because of someone else’s negligence, Michigan’s Wrongful Death Act allows certain family members to bring a claim through the personal representative of the estate.
These cases can recover damages for the loss of financial support, loss of companionship, conscious pain and suffering before death, and reasonable funeral and burial expenses.
Wrongful death claims are deeply personal, and we treat them with the care they deserve. Our team will handle the legal details so your family can focus on grieving, remembering, and supporting one another.
If you have lost someone in a fire, crash, or other incident in Troy, please reach out so we can talk through your options.
Your Questions Answered by Our Troy Burn Injury Lawyers
Below are answers to some of the most common questions we hear from Troy burn injury clients and their families. If you do not see your question here, please reach out for a free consultation so we can address your specific situation.
Our firm handles burn injury cases on a contingency fee basis. That means there are no upfront costs and no hourly bills. We only collect a fee if we recover compensation for you, and the percentage is agreed upon before we begin work on your case.
Most personal injury lawsuits in Michigan must be filed within three years of the date of injury, although some claims involve shorter deadlines. Wrongful death and claims against government entities can have different timelines. It is best to speak with an attorney as soon as possible so important deadlines are not missed.
Most on-the-job injuries are handled through Michigan’s workers’ compensation system, which is outside the scope of our practice. However, if a third party (someone other than your employer or coworker) caused or contributed to your injury, you may have a separate civil claim. We can review the facts and let you know whether a third-party case may exist.
Michigan follows a modified comparative fault rule, which means your recovery can be reduced by your share of fault, and certain non-economic damages may be barred if you are found more than 50 percent responsible. Even if you believe you were partly at fault, it is worth having a lawyer review the facts. Fault is often more shared than it first appears.
Every case is different. Some claims settle within months, while others take a year or longer, especially when injuries are severe and treatment is ongoing. We generally recommend waiting until your medical condition has stabilized before settling so that future needs can be properly valued. We will keep you informed about progress and timelines throughout the process.
Many burn injury cases settle without a trial, but some require courtroom advocacy to achieve a fair result. Because we prepare every case for trial from day one, insurance companies know we are ready to go the distance. That readiness often helps drive stronger settlement offers.
It helps to bring any documents you already have, such as medical records, photographs of injuries and the scene, police or fire reports, insurance correspondence, and contact information for witnesses. If you do not have all of these items, do not worry. We can help gather what is missing.
Talk to a Troy Burn Injury Lawyer Today
A serious burn injury can leave you feeling stuck between painful treatments, lost income, and pressure from insurance companies. You do not have to figure out the next steps on your own. Our Troy burn injury lawyers are ready to listen to your story, explain your options, and stand up for your future.
Call Christensen Law at 248-233-0684 or contact us online to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation. There is no fee unless we win for you. Listen, protect, win — it is what we do, and we are honored to do it for the people of Troy.
