Williford Law | Trial-Tested Advocacy for Life-Altering Burns and Permanent Scarring
When the Fire Is Out, the Damage Isn’t Over
Burn injuries don’t end at the hospital.
They affect every moment that follows — from chronic pain to lost work, from psychological trauma to the lifelong reminders left behind in scars, surgeries, and physical limitations.
At Williford Law, we represent survivors and grieving families across Houston and Texas who’ve suffered catastrophic burns due to negligence, unsafe conditions, defective products, or corporate misconduct.
We litigate these cases with unwavering focus because burn injury survivors deserve more than sympathy — they deserve full and lasting compensation.
We Represent Victims of:
- Apartment or residential fires due to landlord negligence or code violations
- Motor vehicle accidents involving post-collision fires or explosions
- 18-wheeler accidents involving flammable cargo or fuel ignition
- Workplace burns: refinery fires, chemical spills, exposed wiring, welding arcs
- Electrical burns from live wires, transformers, or faulty construction
- Chemical burns caused by industrial or consumer product exposure
- Scald injuries in commercial kitchens, hotels, or unsafe nursing homes
- Defective product explosions (lithium batteries, vape devices, heaters)
- Firework, propane, or gas line explosions in homes or public spaces
- Fatal burn cases and wrongful death due to inhalation injuries or systemic failure
These cases are complex, and we don’t leave a single fact, party, or dollar unaccounted for.
Degrees of Burn Injuries and Their Consequences
| Classification | Impact |
| First-Degree Burns | Redness, localized pain, superficial and short-term recovery |
| Second-Degree Burns | Deep tissue swelling, blistering, intense pain, risk of infection |
| Third-Degree Burns | Full-thickness damage, nerve death, grafts, scarring, permanent loss |
| Fourth-Degree Burns | Muscle, tendon, or bone destruction; often requires amputation |
| Inhalation Injuries | Smoke or chemical fume damage to the lungs and airways |
| Chemical Burns | Acid/base damage with systemic toxicity or tissue corrosion |
| Electrical Burns | Smoke or chemical fume damage to the lungs and airway |
These injuries often lead to lifelong complications: contractures, loss of mobility, depression, and isolation. We make sure the legal record reflects all of it.
The Real Cost of a Severe Burn
- Multiple surgeries, including debridement and reconstructive grafting
- Extended ICU and burn unit hospitalization
- Chronic pain, phantom pain, and neuropathy
- Loss of mobility and function (hands, face, limbs)
- Visible disfigurement and permanent scarring
- Respiratory damage from inhalation or blast exposure
- PTSD, depression, anxiety, and loss of identity
- Career disruption or permanent unemployability
- Loss of intimacy, confidence, and independence
- Home and vehicle modifications for disability access
We collaborate with burn trauma specialists, pain experts, plastic surgeons, mental health professionals, and vocational economists — because no case is just about the surface damage.
Damages We Fight to Recover
- Emergency transport, burn ICU, and hospitalization
- Grafting, reconstructive surgery, and amputation
- Pain management (nerve blocks, meds, surgeries)
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Psychiatric support and trauma recovery
- Permanent disability and disfigurement damages
- Lost wages and long-term earning capacity
- Loss of consortium, companionship, or intimacy
- Wrongful death damages for fatal burns
- Life care plans projecting decades of future needs
We prepare each case for trial, not for a quick settlement, and we present your injury as what it truly is: a catastrophic, lifelong loss.
Who Is Liable for Your Burn Injury?
| Potential Defendant | Example of Negligence |
| Property owners or landlords | Unsafe chemical storage, lack of PPE, and failed safety training |
| Product manufacturers | Exploding batteries, defective appliances, lack of warnings |
| Trucking companies | Transporting volatile materials without proper safeguards |
| Employers or subcontractors | Scalding baths, hot liquids, and no temperature regulators |
| Utilities or municipalities | Gas leaks, transformer failures, exposed power lines |
| Care facilities or daycares | Scalding baths, hot liquids, no temperature regulators |
Our investigations trace every ignition source and every failure to prevent it — and we don’t stop until liability is clear.
Why Burn Survivors Choose Williford Law
- Proven in catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation
- Experience with third- and fourth-degree burn trials, including fatal injury suits
- Deep network of burn center physicians, mental health experts, and plastic surgeons
- Compelling use of visuals, demonstratives, and survivor impact narratives
- Strategic damages modeling for disfigurement, psychological trauma, and economic loss
- No upfront costs — you pay nothing unless we win
This isn’t a soft tissue case. This is a life-altering trauma.
We treat it that way — and the courtroom will too.
FAQs: Burn Injury Lawsuits in Texas
Can I file a lawsuit if I suffered burns at work?
Yes — in many cases. While workers’ comp may cover some benefits, you may also have a third-party claim against equipment manufacturers, property owners, or contractors.
Are emotional trauma and disfigurement compensable?
Absolutely. Burn survivors are entitled to recover for mental health injuries, scarring, isolation, and diminished quality of life — all of which we prove with expert support.
What’s the statute of limitations in Texas?
Generally, two years from the date of injury or death. Don’t wait — early investigation is key in burn cases, especially when building liability and damage models.
Do I have a claim if my burns healed?
You might. If the burn left scarring, loss of range of motion, or emotional distress, you may still have a valid claim for damages, even if surgery helped with cosmetic outcomes.
