Workers' Compensation for Burns and Scars
Experienced Lawyer Serving Clients Throughout Lancaster County
Workplace accidents that result in burns, scarring or disfigurement may have long term effects. It can be difficult to recover from these injuries and the medical treatment is often extensive, painful and costly.
Attorney Mike Vanasse uses more than 20 years of experience in the area of workers' compensation to help injured workers in Pennsylvania obtain the benefits that they deserve. At the Lancaster law firm of Vanasse Law LLC, we can help you if you are scarred or burned as a result of a workplace injury. We are solely dedicated to serving the needs of all injured workers, and can help you evaluate and maximize your benefits if you are burned or scarred.
Burns and Scars form Workplace Accidents
Workers' compensation benefits for burn injuries, scarring and disfigurement are based on a subjective standard. So, it is crucial for you to be represented by an attorney who knows these cases and how to argue for the maximum benefit. Often, aspects of additional compensation for burns and scars are misunderstood and overlooked by attorneys who are not as familiar with the intricacies of the workers' compensation law in this area. We have successfully represented workers, and obtained benefits for many workers with burns and scars.
Common burn injuries may include:
- Workplace fires
- Poor or exposed wiring and insulation
- Chemicals and acids in the workplace
- Hot machinery
- Thermal burns from hot liquids and objects
- Intense lighting or ultraviolet lighting
Common scar injuries may include:
- Surgical scars as a result of treatment for your work injury
- Lacerations
- Facial injuries
Know Your Options After Suffering a Burn Injury or Scarring
Mike Vanasse of Vanasse Law LLC is available to assist you in applying for the benefits you need after a burn injury or have scars from a work-related accident or surgery. Our firm offers personalized service and experienced, compassionate representation in a convenient location just off of Route 30 in Lancaster. To arrange for a free initial consultation, call 717-397-1010 (toll free at 888-576-0240) or contact us online.
