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The feelings associated with suffering airbag burns in a car accident are overwhelming; physically and emotionally, these injuries are often overlooked, yet they need attention and care. At TK Injury Lawyers, we will be able to help you understand your rights and take you through your legal options after such injuries. Let’s explore more.
Airbag burns result from the exposure of skin to heat, friction, or chemicals because of airbag deployment during a car accident. Burns caused by airbags occur in about 8% of the injuries during car collisions, generally due to thermal effects of high-temperature gases, chemical burns by particulate materials and alkaline corrosives such as sodium hydroxide, and friction injuries. This is highlighted in a study from the National Library of Medicine.
Airbags save lives but also may cause injuries, including
Yes, airbag burns can cause scarring. The severity depends on the depth of the burn and the sufficiency of treatment. It is brought out in the National Library of Medicine that skin injury and lengthier healing are caused by exposure to chemicals related to the deployment of airbags. Furthermore, rashes occur, most of them related to the chemicals in deploying airbags. These effects can be minimal with proper treatment.
Medical attention is necessary. To treat airbag burns:
Yes, if your burn was caused by a defective airbag or negligence on the part of another driver. Under Texan laws, victims can file personal injury claims against negligent parties or manufacturers.
Victims can recover compensation for the value of:
You need to see a doctor immediately. While minor burns can heal with first aid alone, more serious burns require professional medical care.
Yes. You can sue if your injury was due to negligence or a defective product.
They can. Scarring depends upon the intensity of the burn and how soon it is treated.
Yes. Several chemicals and friction caused by deploying airbags may result in rashes on exposed skin.
Let our attorneys be your guide and help you explore your options for compensation if you were injured after a car accident. Call us today at (512) 910-2000, or set up your free consultation here.
Trent Kelly obtained his law degree from the University of Arkansas in 2007. He is licensed to practice law in Texas and regularly assists clients with their legal matters. Trent’s practice is primarily focused on personal injury matters – particularly those involving motor vehicles (such as cars, commercial trucks, 18-wheelers, and motorcycles) and wrongful death – but he also handles various business litigation matters as well. Click here to take a look at some complex cases Trent has resolved. Years of experience: +15 years Location: Austin, TX
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by attorney Trent Kelly, who has more than 15 years of legal experience as a practicing personal injury trial attorney.
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