Chemical Burn – Child Injuries & Accidents

Chemical burns-no matter how minor they may seem-are extremely painful and can cause far more serious damage than may be visible to the naked eye. Chemical burns most often occur after exposure to common household products such as toilet bowl cleaner, drain cleaners, detergents, and bleach that are left within reach of small children whose natural curiosity can place them in danger. Burn injuries can be especially debilitating to children, not only affecting their physical appearance, but also causing long-lasting complications, even death.

If your child has been injured due to chemical burns, contact 844 See Mike for a free consultation. We are a Chicago-based injury law firm representing individuals (and their families) who have suffered an injury in an accident. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you. Lastly, 844 See Mike is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice. 

Causes of Chemical Burns

Chemical burns most commonly occur in the home or other childcare facility and are often due to poor supervision or defective chemical packaging. Because containers can explode, parents are urged to store all chemicals at proper temperatures and ensure that they are kept far from the reach of children.

Some of the most common types of chemicals that can cause chemical burns include:

• Bleach
• Motor vehicle fluids
• Battery acid
• Oven cleaner
• Drain cleaner
• Ammonia
• Chlorination products
• Detergents 

According to the American Burn Association, chemical burns account for 3% of all burn center admissions. Children may spill these chemicals on the skin, get them into their eyes, or even attempt to swallow these toxic substances, and all chemical burns should be treated immediately. Some chemical exposure will not immediately be visible or cause immediate pain, but all chemicals have the potential to cause extensive damage over time, including blindness, scarring, disfigurement, infections, and death. 

Liability for Chemical Burns

Chemical burns can be caused by negligent supervision, intentional child abuse, or a defective product. Depending on the circumstances of your child’s chemical burn, more than one entity could be held liable for their injuries.

If a child is burned due to a defective product, the product manufacturer and anyone in the chain of distribution of that product could be held liable for your child’s injuries under a product liability claim. Chemical product liability claims typically involve defective packaging, when a child was easily able to open a chemical container, or failure to warn, when a product manufacturer fails to properly provide consumers with warnings as to the danger of their product or instructions on how to use or store the product safely.

If a child’s caretaker allows access to dangerous chemicals, the caretaker could be held liable for the injuries their negligent behavior caused. Also, if a child was injured while at daycare or school while under the care of a teacher, the facility may be found liable under the theory of vicarious liability. If the employer was negligent in its hiring or training practices for its employees, the employer could also be found directly liable if a child is injured under their care.

If your child suffered chemical burns due to the negligence of a caregiver or a defective product, an experienced personal injury lawyer can review your case and determine who may be liable for your child’s injuries and damages.

We at 844 See Mike are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, including medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.

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