Medical Overview: Burns
Treatment depends on severity. First-degree: basic wound care. Second-degree: specialized wound care, possible skin grafts. Third-degree: emergency surgery, skin grafts, extensive rehabilitation. The University of Colorado Burn Center in Aurora is a regional burn treatment center.
Burns Settlement Ranges in Colorado
| Severity | Estimated Settlement Range |
|---|---|
| Low Severity | $10,000 – $30,000 |
| Medium Severity | $50,000 – $200,000 |
| High Severity / Catastrophic | $200,000 – $2,000,000+ |
These ranges are general estimates based on Colorado verdict and settlement data. Actual case values vary based on specific facts.
How Burns Affects Your Case Value
Burn cases often produce high settlements due to extreme pain, visible scarring, multiple surgeries, and psychological impact. Second and third-degree burns over large body areas can result in some of the highest personal injury settlements in Colorado.
Accidents That Commonly Cause Burns
Burns injuries frequently result from the following types of accidents in Colorado:
Burns by City
Get city-specific settlement data for burns claims.