Jody D. PetermanLLC · Trial Attorney
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Burn Injuries Attorney

Severe burns mean surgeries, scarring and disfigurement that last a lifetime.

Free Case Evaluation100+ Jury TrialsPracticing Since 1995
Overview

How We Handle Burn Injuries Cases

Serious burn injuries require some of the most painful and prolonged treatment in medicine — repeated debridement, grafting and reconstructive surgery — followed by permanent scarring and, often, lasting psychological trauma. The compensation must reflect all of it.

Burn Injuries cases we handle

  • Vehicle fires and fuel-system failures
  • Propane, natural gas and chemical explosions
  • Electrical burns and electrocution
  • Defective products and appliances
  • Workplace and industrial burn injuries
  • Scarring, disfigurement and reconstructive care

Part of our Catastrophic Injuries practice.

Burn Injuries attorney representing injured clients in South Georgia

Hurt and not sure what to do?

Put decades of experience in your corner. For a free case evaluation, call 229-588-2608 or complete our contact form.

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We take only a select number of cases
More than 100 jury trials tried
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Injured? Talk to a burn injuries attorney today.

The sooner we start, the more we can do. Reach out for a free, confidential consultation.

How It Works

Your Path to Recovery

We make the legal process simple, so you can focus on healing.

1

Free Case Evaluation

For a free case evaluation, call us at 229-588-2608 or complete our contact form. We'll listen to your story, answer your questions, and explain your options.

2

We Investigate

We gather evidence, obtain records, consult experts, and identify every party and insurance policy responsible for your injuries.

3

We Fight for You

We build a demand backed by the facts and negotiate aggressively — and we prepare every case as if it will go to trial.

4

We See It Through

We prepare each case for trial because that is the best way to position our clients for favorable results, even if the case is ultimately resolved in the pretrial phase.

Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

4.9· Based on 153+ Google reviews

Today is Father's Day and the main reason why I've been able to spend it with my 5 year old daughter, is because my wife and I hired Mr. Peterman on my case last year. His hard work, dedication, experience and expertise simply made the difference. While being detained we hired Jody because he was the only lawyer in town who answered my wife's calls on a Sunday. He continued to be available anytime and all the time during our fight. If you hire Jody you will have an honest and straightforward attorney on your side. Mr Peterman is highly respected in the courtrooms and the system in general. You will not find a better attorney to represent you.

YYuri PerezGoogle Review · a month ago

I cannot express enough gratitude for the outstanding representation I received from Mr. Peterman in my personal injury lawsuit. From the very beginning, he demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism, dedication, and expertise. He took the time to understand the specifics of my case, answered all my questions, and provided me with honest and realistic expectations. The communication was exceptional — I was always kept informed about the progress of my case, and I felt genuinely supported throughout the entire process. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal representation. Thank you, Mr. Peterman, for helping me achieve justice!

MMo PerkinsGoogle Review · 2 years ago

Mr. Peterman assisted my children and I with our personal injury case. He truly has gone above and beyond in ensuring our needs and rights were met. I'm very satisfied with the outcome of our case. I highly recommend.

SSascha SummersGoogle Review · a year ago

Mr. Peterman is an amazing trial lawyer. He will fight for your freedom with everything he has. He's the big dog in the fight and losing isn't in his vocabulary. Give him a chance and you will not be disappointed.

TTommy RhudyGoogle Review · 2 months ago

Jody really cares about his clients. He is a good man and the greatest lawyer ever!

DDeDe FashoGoogle Review · 4 months ago
Answers

Burn Injuries — Common Questions

Yes. Georgia juries may award damages for permanent scarring and disfigurement, along with the physical pain, emotional suffering and medical costs of burn treatment.

A defective product claim may lie against the manufacturer, distributor or retailer. Preserving the product itself is critical — do not discard it.

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