Asheville, North Carolina Office
535 College St,
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 251-0800
Fire & Burn Injury Lawyer Serving NC & SC | Personal Injury Attorney
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Fire and burn injuries are devastating to victims and their families. At Grimes Teich Anderson, our burn injury lawyers help victims hold responsible parties accountable while pursuing compensation for medical care and the lasting effects of their injuries.
Helping Restore The Lives of Burn Victims of North and South Carolina For Over 40 Years
The physical and emotional toll of a burn injury can be devastating. Our fire and burn injury lawyers have been helping to restore the lives of burn injury victims for over 45 years. Contact us today.
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Experienced Fire and Burn Injury Lawyers
At Grimes Teich Anderson, we're familiar with the fears and uncertainties that victims face following a fire or burn accident. Our experienced burn injury lawyers know how accidents involving fires can lead to devastating injuries, pain, suffering, scarring, intensive medical care, and financial difficulties.
Following a fire, you may be dealing with an insurance company or employer that is not taking your injury seriously, denying coverage, or trying to pay less than you deserve. Under the law, if someone else is responsible for your burn injury, you can hold the at-fault responsible for covering your medical expenses. It’s vital that you hold the responsible party accountable for their actions so you can recover the medical compensation you are entitled to and you need to manage your health. Our attorneys can help you file a claim against the at-fault party that caused your burns to obtain the compensation you deserve to recover and provide justice for you and your family.
Causes of Fire Injuries
Burn injuries can significantly impact a person's finances and general livelihood, taking a physical, financial, and emotional toll. Upon deciding to seek justice for an injury that occurred at the fault of another party, it's crucial that you feel confident in your legal representation. Our North Carolina and South Carolina burn injury lawyers handle claims involving:
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Apartment building fires
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Workplace injuries
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Motor vehicle accidents
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Electrical cord fires
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Defective products
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Locked fire exits
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Scalding water and pipes
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Electrical accidents
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Recreational fires
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Truck accidents and tanker explosions
Client Reviews
For over 45 years, our burn injury lawyers have helped victims across North and South Carolina rebuild their lives. Our clients come first, and we pride ourselves on providing attentive, personalized representation while pursuing accountability on their behalf. The experiences shared below reflect the dedication and support we strive to provide every client we serve.
M. D.
July 17, 2026
Awesome firm! Chris Connolly took time to listen and review our situation. He was very honest and upfront about the process and potential outcomes. My daughter’s case has some complexities and Chris explained every detail and possibility. Bottom line, he fought for us and won!!! I would rate them 10 stars if possible.
M. H.
July 11, 2026
Choosing Grimes Teich Anderson for my SS Disability appeal was the best decision I could have made. Kathy Willets walked me through the entire process and kept me well informed throughout. She was always responsive to my questions and handled everything with kindness and complete professionalism. Highly recommend this group for your disability claims.
C. M.
July 10, 2026
Kathy & the team handled my case efficiently, effectively & professionally resulting in a favorable outcome!
B. O.
June 5, 2026
I had the chance to speak with Anna Hamrick and Katie Gates, and their professionalism truly stood out. From 2024 to 2026, everything was handled well, with a level of confidence, honesty, and calm presence. They took their time with me, explained everything clearly, and treated me with real care and respect. Their dedication and work ethic are admirable; I’m genuinely grateful for the way they guided me.
C. S.
May 18, 2026
Needing an attorney was never something I wanted to need, but I did and thanks to Anna H. and Katie G. it was not so overwhelming. Having to deal with a legal issue and having a trusted attorney is key. I had no idea what to expect during the duration of the time I needed legal representation but Anna and Katie not only keep me well informed but also explained things to me in a way that made sense. If you happen to find yourself in need of legal representation I highly recommend them.
D. T.
May 16, 2026
Awesome, would highly recommend.
T. S.
May 9, 2026
The absolute greatest sweetest ladies Katie and Anna was through my whole case kept me informed and answered any and all questions thank goodness for their help ❣️
M. J.
April 1, 2026
We had a very positive experience working with this law firm on a disability claim. From the initial consultation, Kathy W. was knowledgeable, informative, and supportive. She maintained consistent communication throughout the process and responded to our questions promptly and thoughtfully, which helped ease what can be a very stressful experience. During the court hearing, Attorney Christian provided clear guidance and sound advice, ensuring we felt prepared and supported every step of the way.
W. D.
March 27, 2026
If you need help with disability, I highly recommend contacting this wonderful group. It took over two years to get a favorable ruling for my son and they were there every step of the way. Professional, thorough, easy to work with. We are so appreciative.
Severity of Burns & Common Injuries
Burn injuries can be severe, life-threatening experiences. To prevent these tragic events and hold those accountable for damages, it is essential to understand what causes burn injuries. There are six common types of burns:
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Thermal burns: caused by contact with hot objects
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Friction burns: caused by swift contact with the ground or other rough objects
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Cold burns: caused by contact with extremely cold items
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Radiation burns: caused by exposure to radiation, including sunlight or ultraviolet light
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Chemical burns: caused by contact with an acid, alkali, or chemical explosion
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Electrical burns: caused by electrical currents passing through the body
Furthermore, there are three categories of burn severity:
- First-degree burns: impact the first layer of a person's skin and seldom require medical attention. First-degree burns can result in mild to moderate pain, swelling, and skin redness.
- Second-degree burns: affect two layers of the skin and often require medical attention. This type of burn may create a glossy appearance, blistering, pain, deep reddening of the skin, and possible skin loss.
- Third- and fourth-degree burns:Â These types of burns are the most severe, often resulting in painful or permanent injuries, disabilities, or even death. These burns appear black or white and may cause the skin to feel leathery. These burns impact all layers of the skin and need immediate medical treatment.
Impact Of Burn Injuries
Victims of fire or burn injuries suffer some of the most painful symptoms imaginable. A burn is an especially traumatic injury because it can leave both physical and emotional scars that impact the quality of victims' health and livelihood forever. Given the severity of burn or fire injuries, victims are often left with permanent disfigurement, nerve damage or other temporary disabilities.
Not only that, but burn injury victims face the prospect of steep medical bills for the treatment and rehabilitation that will be necessary to recover. Burn injuries can prevent you from working, even as your medical bills continue to pile up. Depending on the severity of your injuries and the extent of your losses, a lawyer will likely provide you with the option to file a tort claim for personal injury or file a burn injury lawsuit. If the accident occurred at your workplace, you might also have the option of filing for workers' compensation.
What Compensation May I Receive After A Fire or Burn Injury?
The pain and suffering following a fire or burn injury are often made worse by piles of medical debt, loss of income, and the total disruption of one's daily life. By filing a lawsuit, you may be able to receive compensation for the following damages:
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Medical treatment expenses
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Scarring
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Disfigurement
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Loss of sensation
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Permanent disability
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Lost wages
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Pain and suffering (both mental and physical)
An experienced burn injury lawyer at Grimes Teich Anderson can guide you on the types of damages you may be able to seek compensation for based on the nature of the incident and other details concerning your case.
How a Lawyer Can Help Your Case
A burn injury attorney understands that no amount of money will ever undo the harm a burn victim suffered. While you may question the need for a burn injury attorney after the accident, it's essential to evaluate your injuries and determine how they will affect your financial situation. Burn injury lawsuits are complex, requiring thorough investigation and communication with experts, medical providers, and law enforcement officials. Individuals involved in the settlement process, such as insurance adjusters or negligent parties, will do whatever they possibly can to reduce or complicate the payout to victims. That's why you should consider speaking with someone with a deep understanding of the process and who will stand by your side through it all. Our team of experienced North Carolina and South Carolina fire and burn injury lawyers will:
- Provide Care and Guidance. Our lawyers will help you through the devastating circumstances you find yourself in. We work to ensure that your health, family, and loved ones can be financially stable now and in the future.
- Hold Wrongdoers Accountable. We'll investigate what happened to you or your loved one, get answers, and hold negligent parties accountable. Our team has comprehensive experience with complex fire and burn injury cases and has access to specialized experts.
- Fight For Your Right to Maximum Compensation. We've secured millions of dollars for our clients who have suffered burns and fire injuries and dramatically changed their lives.
- Charge You Nothing Unless We Win. Our team works on a contingency basis, which means you don't owe us anything unless we recover damages for you.
Fiercely Representing Burn Victims in the Carolinas
Burn injuries are some of the most painful types of injuries and can leave long-lasting physical and psychological scars. If you or a loved one have suffered burn injuries due to another person's negligence, you have the right to seek compensation. Burn injuries can occur from a motor vehicle accident, a defective product, or on the job. A Grimes Teich Anderson burn injury lawyer will be an advocate during your pursuit of damages related to your injury.
To get started with your fire or burn injury claim, call us today at (800) 533-6845 or complete our free case evaluation form online.
Franklin, North Carolina Office
400 Porter St Suite 202,
Franklin, NC 28734
(828) 564-2488
Greenville, South Carolina Office
111 E North St,
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 421-0770
Rutherfordton, North Carolina Office
117 Laurel Dr,
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 286-1033
Spruce Pine, North Carolina Office
12474 NC-226,
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-7700
Waynesville, North Carolina Office
385 N Haywood St,
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 452-7888
Legal Dislaimer
*Each case is different, so not all information on this website, as well as some that may not be provided, will apply to every case. Because the facts and relevant laws are different from case to case, Grimes Teich Anderson does not guarantee that the outcome, results, or experiences with one lawyer or one case will be similar to another.
Except for Employment Law Cases, attorneys' fees are a percentage of the entire recovery and will be deducted before other expenses. In addition to the fee in these cases, Client will be responsible for litigation expenses, which will either be deducted from the recovery or paid by the client. Some Employment Law Cases may be handled on a contingency fee basis, and others handled on an hourly basis, where the client is billed for the hours spent on the case. Based on our experience, we will advise you of the most appropriate fee arrangement in Employment Law cases.
Material on this website is for information purposes and is not legal advice.