GJEL accident attorneys have recovered over 10 Million Dollars for acid burn injury victims in California. If you or a loved one has been injured by an acid burn, contact us today for a free case evaluation. An acid burn injury can place an enormous emotional and financial burden on your family. Loved ones may be required to provide long-term care, assist with daily activities, and cope with the stress of ongoing medical treatment, lost income, and uncertainty about the future.
¿Debería contratar a un abogado de lesiones personales para que le ayude con su caso de quemaduras por ácido?
You may have a valid acid burn claim if your injury occurred at work, during an industrial or manufacturing process, from exposure to hazardous chemicals, due to a defective container or product, in a vehicle accident, or because of unsafe property conditions. If another party’s actions or failures contributed to your injury, you may be entitled to compensation.
Depende. Si usted ha recibido una lesión grave debido a una quemadura con ácido puede tener una reclamación por lesiones personales. Usted debe contratar a un abogado si usted está gravemente herido y la compañía de seguros no está dispuesto a darle un acuerdo justo.
Personal injury lawyers are usually hired when someone has been injured due to another person’s negligence. Depending on how your acid burn occurred, responsible parties may include employers, property owners, product manufacturers, chemical suppliers, or third-party contractors. In some cases, you may have both a workers’ compensation claim and a separate personal injury or product liability claim against additional defendants. The goal of a plaintiff’s attorney is to obtain compensation for the damages caused by the other party. Personal injury lawyers may also be used to help resolve disputes between business partners.
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Acuerdo y veredicto por 3,9 millones de dólares por quemaduras ácidas
A Fremont woman has accepted a $3.9 million out-of-court settlement from the maker of a glass container that shattered four years ago, pouring acid down her leg.
The woman, Annette Montano, 23, was working at the Fairchild Camera and Instrument plant in Mountain View when the accident took place, according to her attorney, Luke Ellis of Orinda.
The sulfuric acid was used to etch circuitry in the manufacturing of semiconductor chips and wafers, Ellis said.
“She picked up two bottles and one of them just disintegrated,” the lawyer said.
Montano spent 45 days in the hospital and underwent three skin grafts, but her right leg still is scarred severely, Ellis said.
Ellis’ law firm, Gillin, Jacobson, Ellis & Larsen of Orinda, filed suit in Santa Clara County Superior Court, contending the container manufacturer, Allied Chemical Corp. of Owens, Ill., was responsible for the injuries.
La demanda sostenía que si Allied Chemical se hubiera gastado 50 céntimos más y hubiera recubierto los envases de 10 dólares con plástico, un envase roto habría sido lo suficientemente resistente a las fugas como para que Montano no hubiera sufrido cicatrices.
“The technology was available at the time the container was made,” Ellis said. “We had evidence that there were numerous cases of shattered containers and Allied knew of these cases but continued to manufacture the uncoated containers.”
The settlement calls for immediate payment of $390,000 to Montano, $2.6 million more in monthly payments beginning at $2000 a month and increasing every five years to $5000 monthly in 25 years, and periodic lump-sum payments totaling an additional $1 million over the next 40 years, according to Ellis.
Acid burn injuries can be devastating, resulting in severe pain, permanent scarring, and emotional trauma. Because acid burns are chemical injuries, the damage does not always stop once contact ends. You may experience progressive tissue destruction as the acid penetrates deeper layers of skin, which can lead to delayed complications, additional surgeries, and more extensive long-term damage than thermal burns.
In addition to visible scarring, acid burns place you at risk of serious medical complications such as infection, tissue necrosis, nerve damage, and permanent loss of function. In severe cases, untreated infections can become life-threatening and significantly affect your long-term health. You may also experience lasting psychological effects, including anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress related to disfigurement, chronic pain, and changes to your daily life. These emotional injuries are real, medically recognized, and legally compensable as part of your acid burn claim.
If you or a loved one has suffered an acid burn due to someone else’s negligence, it is crucial to seek legal representation to protect your rights and pursue fair compensation. It is equally critical that you seek immediate medical attention after an acid burn. Delays in treatment can allow the chemical to continue damaging your skin and underlying tissue, increasing the likelihood of infection, permanent injury, and long-term medical complications.
At GJEL Accident Attorneys, we have the experience, resources, and dedication to help you navigate the complexities of your case and fight for the justice and financial recovery you deserve. Acid burn cases often require detailed investigation into chemical sources, product safety, handling procedures, and industry standards. Proving liability may involve technical evidence, expert analysis, and extensive documentation, which is why experienced legal representation is critical to protecting your claim.
Don’t hesitate to contact us today for a free and confidential consultation. Our compassionate team is here to provide the support and guidance you need during this difficult time.
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GJEL has prepared an Acid burn injury settlement calculator you can use to estimate damages for your case. Click here to view the acid burn settlement calculator.
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ACERCA DEL CRÍTICO
Andrew (Andy) R. Gillin es socio fundador de GJEL Accident Attorneys y ejerce como abogado especializado en lesiones personales en los tribunales estatales y federales de California desde 1970. Obtuvo su título de Juris Doctor en la Facultad de Derecho de la Universidad de Chicago y cofundó GJEL en 1972. A lo largo de su carrera, Andy ha ayudado a cientos de demandantes lesionados a obtener indemnizaciones, incluyendo múltiples acuerdos y veredictos de siete cifras. Se especializa en casos de lesiones graves y muerte por negligencia y cuenta con la calificación AV Preeminent de Martindale-Hubbell, con el reconocimiento de Super Lawyers y Best Lawyers in America.
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