Are You Suffering From Serious Burn Injuries?

First-degree burns are those that affect just the outer layer of skin. Third- and fourth-degree burns severely damage underlying tissue beneath the skin and can lead to permanent disfigurement and scarring. Other serious effects of burn injuries are infections, bronchial problems from smoke inhalation and extreme sensitivity to temperature changes. Fires have many causes in both the home and workplace, including defective products and property that is improperly maintained . If a defective product or negligent maintenance results in a fire, the manufacturer of that product or the individual in charge of maintenance can be held responsible for your and your loved ones’ injuries.

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Sameer Chopra is a founding partner at our firm and a successful trial lawyer with 17 years of experience standing up to large corporations, government entities, and wealthy landlords on behalf of injured individuals. He is a true New Yorker and recognized as one of the Nation’s Top One Percent of attorneys by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.

He was recognized as a Super Lawyer Rising Star from 2017-2019 and then became a Super Lawyer from 2020 to present. He was also recognized as the 2021 Attorney of the Year by Top 100 Lawyers and was selected by Top Attorneys in North America as a distinguished Exclusive Presidents Circle Attorney for his continued excellence within the legal community. Sameer has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts, including significant verdicts against the City of New York and/or their affiliated agencies, and independent insurance carriers.

Content Last Updated: November 5, 2024

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Burn injuries can have a significant impact on victims’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being. They are painful and may require lengthy hospital stays, missed work, and long-term rehabilitation. When someone else’s actions caused your burns, you deserve compensation for your current and future losses.

Some burn injury claims are complex, requiring carefully collected evidence and strong legal arguments for liability. Partner with an experienced New York burn injury lawyer from Chopra & Nocerino, LLP, so we can apply our decades of experience and fierce commitment to victims to fight for the damages you deserve.

Why Work With Our Burn Injury Attorneys in New York City?

Our burn injury lawyers in NYC have a deep understanding of the city’s legal landscape and access to local experts and resources. We have over 20 years of combined experience in successfully negotiating fair client settlements, and we are ready to battle at trial when necessary.

We are successful because we combine our legal skills with a strong commitment to seeking justice. To us, you are never just a file number but a victim of someone else’s careless acts. You deserve personalized attention from an attorney who cuts through the nonsense and goes straight to war.

Award-Winning Local Attorneys Recognized by Top Publications

Our New York burn injury attorneys strive daily to create a perception of legal dominance. Our approach to the law and successful case history has generated recognition from several respected organizations and publications, including:

Forbes Advisor: Featured Partner for top legal qualifications and client service
Top Verdict: Multiple top personal injury and motor vehicle accident settlements in NY (2020-2022)
Expertise.com: Best Truck Accident and Car Accident Lawyers in NYC and Levittown
Super Lawyers: Alex Nocerino & Sameer Chopra as Super Lawyers; Christine Duchatellier as Rising Stars
National Association of Distinguished Counsel: Sameer Chopra in the Top 1% of attorneys

Client Testimonials

Our team of attorneys is comprised of real New Yorkers who refuse to back down. We are honored when clients recognize our hard work and dedication.

“Chopra & Nocerino, LLP, is a hallmark of a law firm; they are the best! They prioritize my needs and my concerns. They maintained open and transparent communication with me, and they are experts in their field. Their staff are really nice, respectful and incredible. I love their client-centered approach, and I highly recommend them to anyone.”

“Highly professional and hard working. Made my experience as seamless as possible. Handled everything for me, even scheduling appointments etc. And my case had a great outcome!”

“I’ve had an incredible experience working with Chopra & Nocerino. They are knowledgeable and attentive and produced results that were way beyond my expectations. 10/10!”

Meet Our NYC Burn Injury Attorneys

We have passionately represented New Yorkers since 2010. We are proud of our entire legal team and its accomplishments on everyday people’s behalf.

Sameer Chopra

Managing partner and co-founder, is a distinguished New York accident and injury attorney. Sameer started practicing law in 2007 and has helped thousands of New Yorkers across the five boroughs.

Alex Nocerino

Managing partner and co-founder, began practicing law in 2005 and fiercely advocates for New Yorkers hurt by others’ negligence.

Michael Ma

Associate attorney, focuses on complex civil and plaintiff litigation. For over 10 years, Michael has represented people injured through little to no fault of their own.

Pavlo Pavlatos

Associate attorney, represents plaintiffs in personal injury claims. Pavlo has significant experience defending insurance companies and their clients, so he knows their tactics and how to negotiate with them.

Todd Arbesfeld

Associate attorney, managed his own firm for 15 years. After discovering our shared values in protecting victims, Todd joined our firm as a plaintiff personal injury lawyer.

Christine Duchatellier

Associate attorney, is a SUNY Stony Brook graduate. Christine focuses on plaintiff’s personal injury litigation and has helped injured clients across New York.

Notable Results Obtained by the Firm

Our New York burn injury lawyers have a history of positive case results in several types of accidents that can cause burn injuries. We’ve collected hundreds of millions of dollars for our deserving clients, with notable results such as:

$10 million for a 77-year-old woman injured in a car accident with a public bus
$2.55 million for the estate of a woman in a supermarket premises liability claim
$2.25 million for a man knocked off his bicycle by a NYC police officer
$1.5 million for a man struck by a truck while crossing the street

How Can a New York Burn Injury Lawyer Assist With Your Case?

After a burn injury, you may face immediate physical, financial, and emotional hurdles and a future of uncertainty. Our burn injury lawyers shoulder the burden of dealing with insurance companies and the legal system so you can focus on healing.

Our accomplished attorneys help people with burn injury claims in several ways, including:

Providing continuous communication, support, and guidance through the burn injury claims process
Assisting clients in seeking medical treatment, such as connecting with burn specialists or New York burn centers
Clarifying your legal rights and options for pursuing compensation
Collecting evidence, such as workplace incident reports, police reports, medical records, and video footage of the area where your burn accident happened
Identifying credible expert witnesses to support your case, such as doctors, rehabilitation specialists, psychologists, and financial experts who can discuss how your burns affected your life and financial outlook
Handling insurance negotiations and zealously representing you in court

“I highly recommend Chopra & Nocerino, LLP. My experience throughout the process, which had been prolonged because of the opposing counsel, even though there was a summary judgment, was extremely positive. Everyone at this law firm has been very friendly, compassionate, and patient. Throughout the process of the lawsuit, I was kept informed, and everything was explained clearly to me. With gratitude to attorneys Chopra, Nocerino and their staff.”

– Camille S.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

People often have questions about burn injury claims and the process for pursuing compensation. These are some of the more common ones we hear from our clients.

What if I Bear Some Responsibility for the Burn Injury?

You can still collect compensation if you were partly responsible for your injuries. New York uses a pure comparative negligence standard in personal injury cases. The percentage of responsibility you hold for your burn injuries reduces your damages by that percentage.

What Are the Time Limits for Filing a Burn Injury Lawsuit in New York?

You must file your burn injury lawsuit within three years of your accident date. If your burns resulted from an accident on government property, you must file a claim with the city within 90 days of your accident. If you are filing a wrongful death claim, you have two years from the date of death.

Who Can Pursue Claims for Fatal Burn Injuries?

The deceased’s personal representative can file a wrongful death suit in New York. The state’s distribution of estates law primarily determines who receives compensation. Spouses and children collect first. If there is no spouse or children, parents collect. Parents also collect if there is a spouse but no children. Siblings and grandparents can collect damages if none of those parties exist.

What Kind of Compensation Can You Expect?

Determining the amount of compensation you can win without knowing your case’s specifics is impossible. The extent of your injuries and their effect on your physical, emotional, and financial health are significant factors in determining damages. Some cases settle for tens of thousands of dollars, while others total over $1 million.

Who’s Liable for My Burn Injury in NYC?

Liability depends on whose negligence caused your burn injuries. If a defective product caused your burns, you may have a case against the manufacturer or seller. If you were burned in a dwelling that lacked adequate fire safety equipment, you may have a premises liability case against the property owner or manager. You will likely seek damages from the other driver and their insurance company for burns from a motor vehicle accident.

How Are Burn Injuries Categorized?

People suffer burn injuries in their homes, at work, or while performing their daily activities. The most common types of burns include:

Thermal burns: Heat sources such as flames, hot liquids, steam, and hot metals cause thermal burns.

Chemical burns: Solvents, acids, detergents, and alkalis cause chemical burns to the skin or eyes.

Electrical burns: Either alternating currents, AC, or direct currents, DC, coming in contact with skin can cause burns.

Radiation burns: Overexposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays or other radiation sources and leaks from nuclear power plants may cause radiation burns.

Friction burns: The heat and trauma generated by friction can cause skin burns, such as when skin slides across pavement.

Contact Our New York City Burn Injury Attorney for Help

At Chopra & Nocerino, LLP, our attorneys have deep experience helping families across New York and Long Island recover maximum compensation for their burn injuries, property damage, and the sudden loss of their loved ones.

Call us at (855) NYC-HURT, or complete our online form for a free consultation.

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