Understanding Burn Injuries
Burn degrees, TBSA calculations, and settlement factors
2026 Burn Statistics
485K
Cases/Year
40,000
Hospitalizations
9.2
Avg Hospital Days
3,400
Deaths/Year
Burn Degrees & Settlements
| Burn Degree | Avg Settlement | Treatment Cost |
|---|---|---|
First Degree (Superficial) Affects only epidermis, heals without scarring | $25,000 | $15,000 |
Second Degree (Partial Thickness) Affects epidermis and dermis, may scar | $100,000 | $75,000 |
Third Degree (Full Thickness) Destroys full skin layers, requires grafting | $500,000 | $250,000 |
Fourth Degree Extends to muscle/bone, life-threatening | $1,500,000 | $750,000 |
Common Causes
- • Workplace accidents
- • Vehicle fires
- • House fires
- • Defective products
- • Chemical exposure
- • Electrical burns
- • Scalding liquids
- • Explosions
TBSA Multipliers
- • < 10%: Minor burns (1x)
- • 10-20%: Moderate burns (1.5x)
- • 20-40%: Major burns (2.5x)
- • 40-60%: Critical burns (4x)
- • > 60%: Life-threatening (6x)
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