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Burn Injury Lawyer in Miami

40+ Years of Combined Experience Fighting for Burn Injury Victims in Miami

Burn injuries are among the most physically devastating and legally complex cases in personal injury law. They often involve multiple liable parties, years of medical treatment, and damages that extend well into the future. At Viñas & DeLuca, we represent burn injury victims and their families throughout Miami, Aventura, Kendall, Pinecrest, and Glenvar Heights, bringing more than 40 years of combined legal experience to cases that demand exactly this level of preparation.

We intentionally limit the number of cases we accept. That choice lets us give every client direct attorney communication, thorough case preparation, and aggressive courtroom advocacy.

If you or a family member suffered serious burns due to someone else’s negligence, contact us today for a free, confidential consultation or call (645) 231-2792 to speak with our Miami burn injury attorney.

Why Our Background Matters for Burn Claims

Founding partner Francisco Viñas spent years as a defense attorney representing insurance carriers, hospitals, and nursing homes before switching sides to represent injured clients in 2002. He knows the strategies insurers use to minimize or deny burn injury claims, and he builds cases to withstand them. From the moment we take a case, we assume control of all communications with insurance adjusters and send preservation letters to secure critical evidence, including security footage and incident reports, before they can be deleted or overwritten.

We also leverage innovative courtroom technology and meticulous case documentation to present the full picture of a burn victim’s injuries, treatments, and long-term impact. Burns that require skin grafts, leave permanent scarring, or affect a person’s ability to work demand more than a standard settlement demand. They require trial-ready preparation from day one.

Common Causes of Burn Injuries in Miami

Burns arise from a wide range of situations, and the cause matters because it determines who can be held liable. Thermal burns from fires, steam, and scalding liquids are most common, but chemical burns from workplace or industrial exposure and electrical burns from faulty wiring also give rise to serious negligence claims. Our practice areas overlap directly with many of the most frequent causes:

Vehicle and boat fires: Car accidents, truck collisions, and boating accidents can rupture fuel lines or ignite fires that cause severe thermal burns to occupants
Defective products: Faulty appliances, flammable materials, or improperly labeled chemicals can expose a product manufacturer to liability under a product liability theory
Premises fires: Faulty wiring, absent smoke detectors, or blocked exits in apartment buildings or commercial properties can expose a property owner to liability under premises liability law
Workplace chemical exposure: Employees exposed to hazardous chemicals without adequate protection may have claims against employers or third-party contractors
Nursing home negligence: Scald injuries from unsupervised bathing or cooking are a recognized form of nursing home neglect that we handle as part of our elder abuse practice

How Burn Severity Shapes the Value of a Claim

Burns are classified in three degrees based on how deeply they damage tissue, and that classification directly affects the medical costs and long-term losses that drive the value of a personal injury claim.

First-degree burns affect only the outermost skin layer. They are painful but typically heal without lasting damage and rarely form the basis of a significant injury claim on their own
Second-degree burns damage the top two layers of skin. They are intensely painful, may blister extensively, and can leave scars if not treated promptly
Third-degree burns destroy all skin layers and often extend into muscle or bone. They require skin grafts, carry a high infection risk during recovery, and frequently result in permanent disfigurement

The more severe the burn, the more complex the medical record and the longer the recovery timeline. Thorough documentation of every procedure, from emergency treatment through rehabilitation and reconstructive surgery, is essential to supporting a claim for the full scope of damages.

Cases We Handle

Compensation Available to Burn Injury Victims in Miami

A successful burn injury claim can cover far more than initial emergency room bills. We pursue every category of loss our clients have suffered, which can include:

Past and future medical expenses, including skin grafts and reconstructive procedures
Rehabilitation and occupational therapy costs
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Compensation for permanent scarring or disfigurement

When a burn results from a vehicle accident, Florida’s no-fault Personal Injury Protection system covers initial medical expenses regardless of who caused the crash. Serious burn injuries, however, routinely exceed PIP limits and may satisfy Florida’s severe-injury threshold, which can allow victims to step outside the no-fault system and pursue a standard negligence claim directly against the at-fault driver. Our attorneys evaluate every available coverage source so no available source is overlooked.

Florida Filing Deadlines for Burn Injury Claims

Timing is one of the most consequential factors in any burn injury case. Under Florida Statute 95.11, most negligence and wrongful death claims must be filed within two years of the injury or death. Missing that deadline can bar recovery, regardless of how strong the underlying case may be.

Medical malpractice claims follow a separate schedule: two years from the date the injury was discovered or reasonably should have been, with an outer limit of four years from the incident itself. Florida also applies a modified comparative negligence rule under which a plaintiff found more than 50% at fault for their own injuries can’t recover compensation. This bar doesn’t apply to medical malpractice claims. If there’s any question about shared fault in your case, early legal guidance can help protect your ability to recover.

Burn Treatment at Jackson Memorial Hospital

The Miami Burn Center, located within the Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital, holds American Burn Association verification as a dedicated adult and pediatric burn center and treats more than 600 patients each year. For victims who receive care there, the detailed records from that facility form a critical foundation for a damages claim.

Records documenting burn severity, surgical interventions, grafting procedures, and projected future treatment give us the evidence needed to build a comprehensive picture of what a victim has endured and what they may continue to face. We work closely with medical providers and, where appropriate, independent experts to account for each documented element of a client’s recovery in settlement negotiations or at trial.

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See What Our Clients Are Saying About Their Experience with Viñas & DeLuca

What Our Clients Say

Every burn injury case is different, but one theme runs consistently through the feedback we receive: clients feel heard, kept informed, and genuinely supported throughout a process that is rarely simple. Read what past clients have shared about working with Viñas & DeLuca.

“An Excellent Experience!”
“I had an excellent experience working with Frank Vinas. He was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my case from start to finish.”

Ava L.
“Exceptional From Start to Finish!”
“Frank Vinas was exceptional from start to finish. He took the time to carefully walk me through my case, answer all of my questions thoroughly, and make sure I understood every step of the process.”

Elad K.
“I Would Highly Recommend!”
“If you’re looking for someone who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and genuinely invested in your best outcome, I would highly recommend Frank Vinas without hesitation.”

Ariel M.
“Compassionate, Professional, and Incredibly Knowledgeable!”
“I cannot recommend Frank enough! From the moment I reached out, he and his team were compassionate, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable.”

Jessica V.
“Truly Cares!”
“I highly recommend Frank Vinas to anyone looking for an attorney who is both highly competent and genuinely cares about his clients.”

Pierre C.

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