Suppose you have suffered a burn injury due to someone else’s negligence. In that case, the losses (or legal damages) you experience can be overwhelming and ongoing. Address them in your burn injury claim. By working with an experienced attorney in St. Louis, you can rest assured that your claim will identify all of your compensable losses and include supporting documentation to support your demand. Medical Bills The medical bills associated with serious burn injuries tend to be immense—and they may extend far into your future as you move through the lengthy healing process and address secondary health concerns along the way. Consider all the common expenses: Emergency care at the scene of the accident and emergency transportation from the accident scene Surgical care, which may include plastic surgery, and medical follow-up Hospital stays Medical tests, procedures, and treatments Pain management Medical care from doctors, specialists, and other medical professionals Prescription medications Physical therapy Occupational therapy Rehabilitation Home health care Assistance with the activities of daily living Adaptive physical devices Lost Wages A serious burn can keep you off the job for a considerable amount of time, and it may stop you from returning to work at all. While you are recovering, you’re likely to experience a significant decline in earnings (just when you are facing mounting medical expenses). Your earning potential can also be affected, and because our careers are often closely tied to our overall sense of well-being, you may experience significant emotional setbacks. Emotional and Physical Pain and Suffering As mentioned, burns are exceptionally painful injuries, and the physical and emotional suffering you endure can be immense. Many victims of the terrifying accidents that are associated with burn injuries experience these emotionally crippling PTSD-like symptoms: Increased anxiety and panic attacks Bouts of depression Severe mood swings A shift in personality Increased irritability Sleep disturbances that can include nightmares, night terrors, and/or insomnia Difficulty concentrating Difficulty connecting with others A tendency to self-isolate Emotional lability Terrifying accident flashbacks Difficulty taking the steps necessary to recover to the fullest extent possible Unfortunately, these psychological consequences can distance the victim from their loved ones, family members, and others in their support system exactly when needed most.