Suffered Burn Injuries? You Could Be Owed Substantial Compensation.
Burns are among the most painful and psychologically traumatic injuries a person can suffer. Whether caused by workplace fires, chemical exposure, faulty electrical equipment, scalds, or explosions, serious burns leave lasting physical scarring and significant psychological impact — including PTSD, depression and anxiety. When someone else’s negligence caused your burn injuries, you have the right to claim.
Scottish Claims Helpline handles burns compensation claims across Scotland on a no win no fee basis. There is no financial risk to you.
How Much Could You Receive?
| Burns Severity | Typical Award (General Damages) |
|---|
| Minor burns with full recovery | £3,000 - £15,000 |
| Moderate burns with scarring | £15,000 - £80,000 |
| Serious burns — skin grafts, significant scarring | £80,000 - £200,000 |
| Severe burns (40%+ body surface) | £130,000 - £300,000+ |
Based on Judicial College Guidelines for pain and suffering only.
That’s not all. Burns claimants also receive payments for skin graft surgery and scar revision, compression garments, physiotherapy, psychological therapy (CBT for PTSD), lost earnings during lengthy treatment, and ongoing pain management. Burns to the face, hands and visible areas attract higher awards due to their impact on appearance and daily life.
Who Can Claim?
Anyone who has suffered burn injuries through someone else’s negligence. Common causes include workplace fires and explosions, chemical spills without adequate PPE, electrical faults, scalds from defective products, road traffic accident fires, and kitchen or hospitality accidents. Children scalded by unsafe hot water temperatures in rented or public premises can also claim. Claims are made against the negligent party’s insurer.
Burns Claims — Frequently Asked Questions
Minor burns: £3,000-£15,000. Moderate with scarring: £15,000-£80,000. Serious with skin grafts: £80,000-£200,000. Severe 40%+ burns: £130,000-£300,000+.
Thermal burns (fire, hot liquids, steam), chemical burns, electrical burns, radiation burns, friction burns and scalds. Claims arise from workplace accidents, faulty products, road accidents and premises liability.
Yes. Scarring compensation depends on severity, visibility and psychological impact. Burns to the face, hands and visible areas attract higher awards.
Yes. Employers must prevent exposure to fire, chemicals, hot surfaces and electrical hazards. Burns from workplace fires, chemical spills, electrical faults and hot equipment are all claimable.
3 years from the accident under the Prescription and Limitation (Scotland) Act 1973.
Skin graft surgery, scar revision, compression garments, physiotherapy, psychological therapy for PTSD and anxiety, lost earnings and ongoing pain management.
How Do I Start My Claim?
It takes 2 minutes. Fill in our short form and one of our specialist Scottish solicitors will call you back — all completely free and with no obligation. You pay nothing unless you win.
About this page: Written by the Scottish Claims Helpline editorial team. Reviewed by a qualified Scottish solicitor. Last reviewed February 2026. Scottish Claims Helpline is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (
FRN 830381).