Denver, CO personal injury attorney George McLaughlin talks about the damages you can recover for injuries caused by a pressure cooker. He shares that the types of damages recoverable in burn cases are generally consistent across most states. A plaintiff can seek reimbursement for all medical expenses incurred for treatment and care. If time was missed from work due to the injury, lost income can also be recovered. In addition, most states allow recovery for permanent injuries or disfigurements, such as scarring.

Serious burns almost always result in some permanent injury. Burned skin becomes highly sensitive and requires ongoing protection from sun exposure, often more than uninjured skin, as advised by burn specialists. Depending on the severity of the burn, visible scarring may remain for life. Beyond the physical impact, plaintiffs are also entitled to recover for pain and suffering, which addresses the physical and emotional toll endured during recovery, distinct from compensation for permanent disfigurement.