San Diego

Burn Injury

Attorney

Burn injuries can change your life in an instant—painful treatment, the risk of infection, time away from work, and the possibility of permanent scarring or disfigurement. Whether your burns were caused by a fire, explosion, electrical incident, chemical exposure, or a defective product in San Diego County, Hulburt Law Firm represents burn victims and families in serious injury and wrongful death cases throughout California.

Types of burn injury cases we handle:

  • Fire and smoke inhalation (vehicle/apartment/house fires, commercial fires)
  • Explosions (gas leaks, propane, industrial)
  • Electrical burns (job sites, power lines, faulty wiring)
  • Chemical burns (cleaners, industrial chemicals, pool chemicals)
  • Scalds (hot liquids/steam, workplace kitchens)
  • Defective products (batteries, appliances, tools)
  • Premises liability burn hazards (unsafe wiring, missing alarms, negligent maintenance)

Our Approach

Throughout your burn injury case, we keep you informed, answer your questions, and explain each step in clear, practical terms. Because we limit the number of serious injury and wrongful death matters we accept, we’re able to move quickly to preserve critical evidence—photos and video of the scene, fire department or incident reports, and, when a product or device is involved, the item itself in its post-incident condition.

Burn cases often involve complex liability questions, including property owners and managers, contractors, utilities, employers, and manufacturers. We investigate how the fire, explosion, electrical fault, or chemical exposure occurred, identify every responsible party, and work with qualified experts when needed to explain causation and safety failures.

We also focus on documenting the full impact of burn injuries—burn-center care, grafts, infection complications, scarring and disfigurement, future procedures, and the emotional toll that often follows. With Hulburt Law Firm handling the investigation, insurance companies, and legal process, you can focus on healing while we pursue full and fair compensation under California law.

Navigate the Law

Understand and manage the complexities of your case with an expert legal team on your side.

Gather Crucial Evidence

Our legal team collects crucial evidence to present a compelling case.

Negotiate Settlements

We handle negotiations with insurance companies and opposing parties in order to achieve the highest settlements possible.

Representation in Court

Our experienced attorneys provide skilled representation if your case goes to trial.

Case Results

Our attorneys have a proven track record of achieving extraordinary results.

$3,000,000
Automotive Defect

A defective front driveshaft broke apart and ripped a whole in the underbody of a truck, causing a vehicle fire. The driver suffered catastrophic third-degree burns.

$710,000
Burn Injury

A lithium ion battery exploded in a man’s pocket, severely burning his leg.

$28,163,528
Dangerous Roadway

Jury verdict against Caltrans for a 13-year-old boy who was hit by a car while using a dangerous crosswalk.

Real client stories
Automotive Defect: Drive Shaft Nightmare

The Harm

A defective front drive shaft in a 4x4 truck broke apart and spun up through the floorboard at 70 mph, ripped through the fuel and brake lines, and ignited the truck and driver in flames. The truck maker and its team of lawyers denied everything and obstructed the truth at every turn. They claimed it was a freak accident caused by improper maintenance. 

The Truth

Attorney Conor Hulburt uncovered that his client's nightmare was shared by others. Dozens of identical truck owners across the country had experienced similar incidents. Conor found their stories in online posts, YouTube videos, NHTSA complaints, and lawsuits. He traveled to their homes, video recorded their testimony, and put it all together in an irrefutable presentation. He also worked with an MIT design engineer to present evidence that the driveshaft was underbuilt and dangerously flawed in its design. 

Justice

The case resolved with a confidential settlement that significantly improved the client's life.

If you or a loved one suffered serious burns from a fire, explosion, electrical hazard, or defective product in San Diego County, you don’t have to face the insurance companies alone. Request a free burn injury case review to discuss what happened and your options under California law.

How It Works

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Free Burn Case Review

During your free case review, we listen to how the burn happened, what treatment you’ve received, and how the injury is affecting your life and work. We review any information you already have—photos or video, incident or fire reports, medical records, and insurance letters—and give an honest assessment of whether a burn injury claim may be available under California law. This conversation is confidential and there’s no obligation to move forward.

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Early Investigation

If you decide to work with us and the scope of representation is signed, we move quickly to preserve key evidence. In burn cases, that may include photographing the scene, identifying witnesses, obtaining fire department or incident reports, and securing any surveillance footage before it’s overwritten. If a product or device was involved (battery, appliance, tool, heater, etc.), we work to preserve it in its post-incident condition and document packaging, warnings, and purchase records. Acting early matters because scenes change and physical evidence can be lost.

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Cause Analysis

Next, we work with the right experts to determine how and why the burn occurred. Depending on the case, this may include fire investigators, electrical engineers, chemical safety experts, product engineers, and human factors experts. Their analysis helps establish whether the burn resulted from unsafe property conditions, negligent maintenance, code violations, defective products, or other preventable safety failures.

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Future Care

Burn injuries often involve long-term treatment. We gather burn-center records, surgical and graft documentation, rehab and therapy records, and treating-provider opinions to prove the severity and permanency of your injuries. When appropriate, we coordinate with plastic surgeons, wound-care specialists, life-care planners, and vocational/economic experts to document future procedures, scar management, functional limitations, and long-term financial impact.

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Settlement Strategy

We handle communications with insurers and defense lawyers so you don’t have to. Burn claims are often undervalued because adjusters focus on early bills and ignore future care, scarring/disfigurement, and the emotional toll. We present a clear package of liability evidence and damages—including future treatment needs and life impact—to pursue a full and fair resolution. Throughout negotiations, we keep you informed, explain any offers in plain language, and help you weigh settlement versus litigation.

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Litigation and Trial

If a fair resolution cannot be reached, we are prepared to file a lawsuit and take your case to court. Litigation can involve discovery, depositions of property owners, manufacturers, and experts, and detailed technical proof about causation and safety standards. At trial, we present the evidence clearly—what caused the burn, why the responsible parties are accountable, and what the injury will require going forward—so decision-makers understand the full impact on you and your family.

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California Burn Injury Law

Burn injury cases in California are usually built around one core question: who failed to prevent a foreseeable burn hazard—and what did that failure cost you in medical care, future treatment, and life impact. Burn cases often involve multiple responsible parties (property owners, employers, contractors, manufacturers, or utilities), so identifying the right legal theory early is important.

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Burn Injury in California?

What Must Be Proven in a California Burn Injury Case?

Compensation in Serious Burn Injury Cases

Deadlines to File a Burn Injury Claim in California

The Hulburt Law Difference

In-Depth Investigations

Forget surface-level research and mediocre inquiries. We dive deep to conduct extensive investigations and gather evidence in order to build your strongest case.

Tech-Forward Approach

We use technology to your advantage. By using video and photography, scene recreations, and graphics, we tell your story in a visually-compelling way that other law firms cannot match.

Maximum Compensation

Defense attorneys and insurance companies know us and respect us. We assess the full extent of your damages and pursue all responsible parties in order to maximize the compensation you deserve.

The Right Experience

Catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases are rarely simple. We have taken on the largest corporations, insurance companies, and defense firms in the country and won.

Genuine Care

We understand how important it is to have a compassionate and considerate lawyer. From providing regular case updates to ensuring clients are adequately prepared for each step of the case, we continually demonstrate our care for all of our clients.

If I ever had a family member injured and needed legal assistance, I would call Conor.
Past Client
Conor is definitely the kind of attorney you want on your side: smart, focused, and relentless.
Patrick C.
I would highly recommend Conor for his outstanding service and attention to detail.
Trevor J.
Needing an attorney is daunting and stressful. Make it easier on yourself. Give Conor a call.
John D.
Conor is a thorough, thoughtful, and tenacious litigator who does everything he can to help his clients.
Opposing Counsel
His skill and talent in presenting cases at mediation and working them up has resulted in some of the largest settlement results this year. I can’t think of a better young attorney in San Diego right now than Conor Hulburt.
Local Mediator
Absolutely wonderful, patient and really puts effort into your case. Conor went out of his way to make sure we were taken care of.
Jasmine C.
I was very happy working with Conor and would recommend him to anyone. With him, you're in good hands.
Liz F.
Compassionate, trustworthy, and fights for justice — Conor is the real deal.
J. Quiroz
The Hulburt Law Firm represented my family after a tragic fatal roadway incident. Their firm was compassionate and sensitive. We would highly recommend them.
Dianne T.
Finding Conor was truly a blessing. We are so grateful for his compassion, dedication, and support throughout the entire process.
Deisy Q.

Burn Injury

FAQs

What should I do after a serious burn injury in San Diego?

Should I preserve the item that caused the burn (battery, appliance, tool, etc.)?

What evidence matters most in a burn injury case?

What are common causes of serious burn injuries?

Do burn injuries usually require long-term treatment?

What if my burn injury happened at work in San Diego?

What if my burn was caused by a landlord or unsafe property condition?

What if the insurance company says the burn was my fault?

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Request a Free Case Review

Simply fill out the form or call 619.821.0500 to receive a free case review. We’ll evaluate what happened, your injuries, and potential defendants to determine how we can best help you.

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