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How to Provide Assistance to Burn Victims

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November 28, 2017
Edward Smith

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How to Provide Assistance to Burn Victims

I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento Personal Injury Lawyer. Almost everyone knows somebody who has been impacted in some way, shape, or form by the recent swatch of despair and destruction left by the California Wildfires. While some families have been displaced to a new area, others may have lost everything. It is important to come together and provide assistance to those who need it.

Food and Shelter is Needed for Burn Victims

Wildfires have the potential to wreak a tremendous amount of destruction, taking down trees, destroying houses, burning cars, and displacing everything in its path. Some people may have suffered catastrophic personal injuries, serious burns, or even a wrongful death. Those who have been displaced likely need a place to stay while they figure out what the next step is in their life. If possible, open doors to friends and family who have been affected by the wildfires. Try to donate meals to shelters and those in need. Some people with serious burns or other traumatic injuries may need medical care as well.

Some People May Need Transportation

For those burn victims who need medical care, people with cars or trucks may be able to provide transportation to vital doctors’ appointments or hospitals. It is important for people who have sustained burn injuries to receive the proper care for their injuries. Burns have the potential to cause serious nerve damage and improper healing can also leave people with chronic complications. If people have the means or the capacity to drive burn victims and others to receive medical care, this would be greatly appreciated.

Spread the Word

One of the other ways that people can help is to spread the word about the dangers of wildfires. The only way that these fires are going to stop is if people understand the reasons why they start in the first place. Once people realize and understand how dangerous they are, steps can be taken to prevent them. In the meantime, those who have been impacted by the recent group of fires in California may find it beneficial to speak with a caring lawyer. Dealing with a wildfire can be overwhelming and people may not know what to do next. This is where an experienced legal professional can provide some key assistance.

Contact an Experienced Sacramento Personal Injury Lawyer

I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento Personal Injury Lawyer. Families and loved ones who have been hurt by the California wildfires should call my team today at (916) 921-6400 or (800) 404-5400 for no-obligation, free, and friendly advice.

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