{"id":5264,"date":"2026-11-06T01:22:55","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T01:22:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/burn-scar-disfigurement-damages-new-mexico\/"},"modified":"2026-11-06T01:22:55","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T01:22:55","slug":"burn-scar-disfigurement-damages-new-mexico","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/burn-scar-disfigurement-damages-new-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"Burn Scar Disfigurement Damages in New Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-5262\" alt=\"An investigator in a reflective vest and nitrile gloves photographs a scorched fuel line and melted wiring under a sedan&#x27;s open hood in a tow yard.\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-nitrile-gloves-phot-photo-3.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-nitrile-gloves-phot-photo-3-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-nitrile-gloves-phot-photo-3-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-nitrile-gloves-phot-photo-3-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-nitrile-gloves-phot-photo-3-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-nitrile-gloves-phot-photo-3.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Burn Injuries | New Mexico<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Burn Scars Change Lives. Your Claim Should Reflect That.<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Scarring and disfigurement can affect your appearance, your movement and your daily life for years. El Gringo Law represents burn injury victims across New Mexico. Your first consultation is free, confidential and comes with no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Request Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Request Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Josh Wood \u00b7 Published November 5, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>Burn scar disfigurement damages are money an injured person may seek for lasting changes to how a burn affects appearance or movement. In New Mexico, these losses can be part of a personal injury claim when someone else&#8217;s negligence caused the burn. This page explains what burn scar disfigurement damages New Mexico claims usually involve, what evidence helps, and how the process works. El Gringo Law represents people hurt in car accidents, trucking crashes, premises incidents, and negligent security cases.<\/p>\n<h2>What Burn Scar Disfigurement Damages Are and Who They Cover<\/h2>\n<p>Disfigurement damages pay for the lasting effects a burn has on how you look and how your body works. They are one part of a claim for your injuries. They are not a separate case.<\/p>\n<p>Scarring usually shows up in three ways. Physical scarring is what others can see. Functional scarring happens when tight scar tissue limits movement in a hand, arm, neck, or leg. Emotional effects, such as anxiety about appearance or avoiding public places, can matter too.<\/p>\n<p>Drivers, passengers, pedestrians, workers, and visitors can all be burned in a qualifying incident. The claim rests on the injury and its effects over time. It does not rest on one photo or one day in the hospital. Your medical records should describe the scarring in detail.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a burn left scars after a crash or an unsafe property, you may have a claim, and our team can review it with you in a free, confidential consultation. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Common Causes of Burn Injuries in New Mexico Claims<\/h2>\n<p>The cause of a burn decides who may be responsible and which evidence matters most. Burn claims often start in a few common ways.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Vehicle fires and fuel leaks after a car accident.<\/strong> A crash can spill fuel or start an engine fire, and the burn may follow.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trucking accidents involving fuel or cargo fires.<\/strong> Federal rules limit how drivers fuel commercial trucks. One rule bars fueling with the engine running unless it is necessary (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-392.50\">49 C.F.R. \u00a7 392.50<\/a>). Another bars parking a hazardous-materials vehicle within 300 feet of an open fire (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-397.11\">49 C.F.R. \u00a7 397.11<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Premises liability.<\/strong> Scalding from an unsafe water heater or a hot surface on commercial property can cause serious burns. A New Mexico jury instruction says a landowner must use ordinary care to keep visitors safe. The commentary adds that this duty applies even when a danger is known or obvious, unless the court concludes that the plaintiff&#8217;s negligence in encountering a known or obviously dangerous condition was unforeseeable as a matter of law (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmra-unanno\/en\/item\/18483\/index.do\">UJI 13-1309 premises duty<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negligent security.<\/strong> A fire or burn on property can connect to a failure to address a known risk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Causation matters in every case. In New Mexico, a proximate cause is one that, in a natural and continuous sequence, produces the injury. It need not be the only cause (<a href=\"https:\/\/static.case.law\/nm\/134\/html\/0043-01.html\">Herrera v. Quality Pontiac<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Local crash data also gives context.<\/p>\n<h2>Burn Degrees and Why Scarring Matters to Your Claim<\/h2>\n<p>Burn depth is recorded in your medical records, and it helps providers describe the risk of scarring. Doctors describe burns by how many skin layers they reach. A deeper burn generally carries a higher risk of lasting scars, and some burns need skin grafts.<\/p>\n<p>Scars do not always settle when a wound closes. Scar tissue can keep changing for months, and sometimes longer. The full extent of a scar may not be clear at the start.<\/p>\n<p>That is why timing matters. Early records describe the wound. Later records describe the lasting effect. A strong claim usually needs both. Ask your providers to write down scar appearance, tightness, and any limits on movement at each visit.<\/p>\n<h2>What Compensation Can Cover in a Burn Scar Disfigurement Claim<\/h2>\n<p>Burn scar disfigurement damages New Mexico claims can seek several categories of loss. The value of each category depends on the facts of your case.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Past medical costs.<\/strong> Emergency care, hospital stays, skin grafts, dressing changes, therapy, and prescriptions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Future care.<\/strong> Scar revision surgery, treatments your doctor recommends, and ongoing care tied to the burn.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost income.<\/strong> Time off work, reduced hours, or a smaller ability to earn if the burn limits the work you can do.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Non-economic damages.<\/strong> Pain, emotional distress, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of daily life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A spouse or close family member may have a separate loss of consortium claim. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/storage.courtlistener.com\/pdf\/2017\/06\/19\/thompson_v._city_of_albuquerque_1.pdf\">Thompson v. City of Albuquerque<\/a>, those damages belong to that family member, not to the injured person.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/black-and-white-photo-of-a-damaged-truck-behind-police-tape-photo-1.jpg\" alt=\"Black-and-white photo of a damaged truck with police tape across it.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Evidence That Supports a Disfigurement Claim<\/h2>\n<p>Medical records and dated photos form the foundation of most burn scar claims. Other proof fills in the picture.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical records.<\/strong> Emergency notes, burn care notes, operative reports for grafts, and treatment plans that describe the scars.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dated photos and video.<\/strong> Images of the injury and healing, taken from the start forward.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical witnesses.<\/strong> Testimony from treating doctors or plastic surgeons about permanence and visible effects. A life care planner may estimate future costs when needed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Incident reports.<\/strong> Crash, fire, or incident reports, plus physical parts such as vehicle or premises components. Keep these items safe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Witness accounts and a journal.<\/strong> Write down pain, limits, and how the scars affect daily tasks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of losses.<\/strong> Pay stubs, employer letters, and receipts for out-of-pocket costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How a Burn Scar Disfigurement Claim Typically Works<\/h2>\n<p>A burn scar claim usually moves through five steps. The steps can overlap.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Consultation.<\/strong> You review what happened, your treatment, and your questions. The first consultation is a free, confidential consultation with no obligation to continue (&#8220;consulta inicial gratuita, confidencial y sin compromiso&#8221;).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Records and evidence.<\/strong> The team gathers medical records, photos, reports, and witness details.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> The firm identifies responsible parties, which may include insurers, employers, vehicle owners, or property owners.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Damages work.<\/strong> The firm builds the damages picture with treating providers and, if needed, a life care plan.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation or lawsuit.<\/strong> The firm negotiates with the responsible insurer or party. If a fair resolution is not reached, the claim may go to court. New Mexico&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmra-unanno\/en\/item\/18481\/index.do\">Rule 11-408<\/a> generally keeps compromise offers out of evidence to prove or disprove a claim&#8217;s amount.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18537\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 37-1-8<\/a>, actions for an injury to the person or reputation of any person must be brought within three years. How long each step takes depends on the facts, including the medical course and the number of parties.<\/p>\n<p>Costs work differently from fees. The firm may advance court costs and litigation expenses, and repayment may depend on the outcome. Your written fee agreement states which expenses you could owe even without a recovery.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Why Work With El Gringo Law on a Burn Scar Claim<\/h2>\n<p>El Gringo Law handles burn injury matters within its personal injury practice in New Mexico. The firm serves people in Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, Las Cruces, Bernalillo County, Sandoval County, Taos, and Farmington.<\/p>\n<p>Josh Wood is the responsible lawyer for this page. He is licensed in New Mexico and Arizona. Our team, including support staff, helps with records, scheduling, and questions between meetings.<\/p>\n<p>Every case is different. Past results don&#8217;t predict a similar outcome for you. The firm reviews your specific facts before discussing what may apply to your situation.<\/p>\n<h2>Questions Before You Decide: Burn Scar Claims in New Mexico<\/h2>\n<p>Short answers to common questions follow. Each answer covers one point.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I still pursue a claim if I was partly at fault?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Under New Mexico&#8217;s comparative negligence jury instruction (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmra-unanno\/en\/item\/18483\/index.do\">UJI 13-2218 NMRA<\/a>), when the plaintiff&#8217;s injury is caused by a combination of the defendant&#8217;s negligence and the plaintiff&#8217;s negligence, the jury first determines the total damages, then reduces those damages by the percentage of the plaintiff&#8217;s negligence to arrive at the amount awarded.<\/p>\n<h3>Filing deadlines in New Mexico<\/h3>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need surgery for a disfigurement claim?<\/summary><p>Not always. Medical records showing lasting scars, limits, and treatment recommendations matter most.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does a photo alone prove disfigurement?<\/summary><p>No. Photos help, but a claim relies on medical documentation of the lasting effects.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can more than one party share responsibility for a burn?<\/summary><p>Yes. In any cause of action to which comparative fault applies, each defendant is generally liable only for its share of fault, though New Mexico has exceptions (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18541\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 41-3A-1 several liability<\/a>).<\/p><\/details>\n<p>If burn scar disfigurement damages New Mexico claims could apply to your injury, don&#8217;t wait to find out. Contact El Gringo Law through the <a href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact page<\/a>, by phone, or by starting a chat. Our team will set up your free, confidential consultation with no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>El Gringo Law is a personal injury law firm licensed to practice in New Mexico. The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Contact us directly to discuss the specific facts of your case. El Gringo Law, 1448 Bridge Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105, (505) 207-5000.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How We Approach a Burn Scar Disfigurement Claim<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medical documentation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We review records of lasting scars, functional limits and treatment recommendations, because these details help show the long-term effects of a burn.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The whole picture<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Disfigurement affects more than skin. We consider physical limits, emotional effects and how the injury changes your work and family life.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Long-term effects<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scars can change over time. We discuss your current condition and future treatment needs so your claim reflects where your recovery stands.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Confidential by design<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your conversation with us is confidential. Share your story at your own pace, and ask any question before deciding what to do next.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Support for your family<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Burn injuries often affect the people around you. We keep your loved ones informed and answer their questions in plain language.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Damages That May Be Part of a Disfigurement Claim<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visible scarring<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Permanent or long-lasting scars on the face, hands, arms, legs or torso, documented by medical providers and photographs taken over time.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Loss of function<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Restricted movement, grip, or range of motion caused by skin grafts, scar tissue or nerve damage.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emotional and psychological impact<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anxiety, embarrassment, or changes in self-image that affect how you live, work and connect with others.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Future treatment<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planned surgeries, reconstruction, therapy or other care recommended by your medical team to address lasting effects.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Keep Your Records Together<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save every medical bill, appointment summary, prescription and discharge instruction. Take dated photos of your scars as they heal, and write down how the injury affects your daily activities. Bring these to your consultation so we can review them with you.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Contact El Gringo Law<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Contact El Gringo Law<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Talk With El Gringo Law About Your Burn Scars<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Request Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Request Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Burn scars can support a New Mexico injury claim. 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