{"id":5460,"date":"2026-11-07T00:34:57","date_gmt":"2026-11-07T00:34:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/burn-injury-claims-new-mexico\/burn-injury-attorney-albuquerque-nm\/"},"modified":"2026-11-13T18:50:10","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T18:50:10","slug":"burn-injury-attorney-albuquerque-nm","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/burn-injury-claims-new-mexico\/burn-injury-attorney-albuquerque-nm\/","title":{"rendered":"Burn Injury Attorney New Mexico | El Gringo Law"},"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-70 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-5458\" alt=\"An investigator in a reflective vest and nitrile gloves photographs scorched wiring and a fuel line 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-5.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-5-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-nitrile-gloves-phot-photo-5-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-nitrile-gloves-phot-photo-5-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-nitrile-gloves-phot-photo-5-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-nitrile-gloves-phot-photo-5.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 Injury Cases | 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 Injury Attorneys Standing Up for New Mexico Families<\/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)\">Burns can mean surgery, skin grafts, long recovery, and time away from work. El Gringo Law represents burn injury victims in 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\">Start 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\/\">Start 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 6, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Burn Injury Attorney in New Mexico<\/h2>\n<p>A burn injury claim asks who caused the burn and what the burn has cost. If someone else&#8217;s negligence caused your burn, you may have a claim. El Gringo Law represents people hurt by burns across New Mexico. This page explains how these claims work, what they can include, and what to expect when you contact a burn injury attorney in Albuquerque, NM.<\/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 crash, fire, or unsafe property left you or someone you love with burns, you don&#x27;t have to sort out the claim alone. Reach out to our team for a free, confidential first 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>What a Burn Injury Claim Is and Who It Is For<\/h2>\n<p>Negligence means someone failed to use reasonable care, and that failure caused the burn. Burns can come from crashes, vehicle fires, rental property fires, unsafe premises, and violent incidents on a property.<\/p>\n<p>The firm handles car accidents, trucking accidents, premises liability, negligent security, wrongful death, and catastrophic injuries, including burn injuries. Serious burns can involve long treatment and lasting effects, so they need careful documentation.<\/p>\n<p>If a burn causes a death, the claim works differently.<\/p>\n<p>A driver, a property owner, a manager, or a security provider may each have a role.<\/p>\n<h2>Burn Types and Why Medical Records Matter<\/h2>\n<p>Medical records describe a burn by its depth, its size, and the treatment it needed. Those details carry weight when a claim shows how serious the injury is.<\/p>\n<p>Doctors commonly describe burns in three depths:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>First degree burns<\/strong> affect only the outer layer of skin.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Second degree burns<\/strong> reach deeper layers and often blister.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Third degree burns<\/strong> go through the full thickness of the skin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Medical staff also record how much of the body surface the burn covers. For a full breakdown, read our guide to burn depth classifications.<\/p>\n<p>Keep copies of everything. Save emergency and hospital records, surgery and skin graft notes, wound care and therapy records, bills, and dated photos of the injury as it heals.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Ways Burn Injuries Happen in Albuquerque and Central New Mexico<\/h2>\n<p>Burn injuries most often come from a crash, a fire, or a hazard someone was responsible for controlling.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crashes and fuel fires.<\/strong> Fuel leaks and vehicle fires can cause severe burns in car and trucking crashes. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-392.50\">Federal fueling safety rules<\/a> bar commercial drivers from fueling with the engine running unless necessary. They also bar smoking or open flames near a vehicle being fueled.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rental and apartment fires.<\/strong> A fire tied to conditions the owner or manager was responsible for maintaining can support a claim. Read more about apartment fire burn claims in Albuquerque.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Premises hazards.<\/strong> Under the <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmra-unanno\/en\/item\/18483\/index.do\">New Mexico premises safety instruction<\/a>, an owner or occupant must use ordinary care to keep the premises safe for visitors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negligent security.<\/strong> A violent incident on a property can lead to a fire or burn. A claim may look at whether security was reasonable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The firm represents clients in Bernalillo County, Sandoval County, Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, Las Cruces, Taos, and Farmington.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Burn Injury Claim Can Include<\/h2>\n<p>A burn injury claim can seek compensation for medical care, lost income, and pain and suffering. In a wrongful death case, it can also seek funeral and burial costs and the losses of surviving family members.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical care:<\/strong> emergency treatment, hospital stays, surgery, skin grafts, wound care, and rehabilitation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost income:<\/strong> time away from work during treatment and recovery, and any lasting loss of the ability to work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain and suffering:<\/strong> physical pain, scarring, and disfigurement, and how they change daily life.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wrongful death losses:<\/strong> funeral and burial costs and the losses of surviving family.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Family members may have their own claims. See <a href=\"https:\/\/storage.courtlistener.com\/pdf\/2017\/06\/19\/thompson_v._city_of_albuquerque_1.pdf\">Thompson v. City of Albuquerque<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Fault can reduce recovery. The value of any claim rests on the facts and evidence in that case.<\/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\/11\/an-investigator-in-a-reflective-vest-and-gloves-photographs-photo-15.jpg\" alt=\"An investigator in a reflective vest and gloves photographs a scorched fuel line and melted wiring under a sedan&#x27;s open hood in a tow yard.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>How a Burn Injury Case Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>A burn case usually moves from a free consultation to investigation, evidence work, negotiation, and, if needed, a lawsuit.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Consultation.<\/strong> You describe how the burn happened, your injuries, and who was involved.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> The firm may review crash or fire reports, property records, photographs, and medical records.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence preservation.<\/strong> Records are requested, and notice goes to responsible parties and insurers. Early action matters, because evidence can be lost over time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical documentation.<\/strong> The full scope of losses is measured as treatment continues.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation or lawsuit.<\/strong> Many claims settle through negotiation with insurers. Some require a lawsuit in court.<\/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 must be brought against sureties on official bonds and on bonds of guardians, conservators, personal representatives and persons acting in a fiduciary capacity within two years after the liability of the principal or the person for whom they are sureties is finally established or determined by a judgment or decree of the court, and for an injury to the person or reputation of any person, within three years. That section requires actions against sureties on official bonds, and on bonds of guardians, conservators, personal representatives and persons acting in a fiduciary capacity, to be brought within two years after the liability of the principal is finally established or determined by a judgment or decree of the court, and it provides that actions for an injury to the person or reputation of any person must be brought within three years. Claims against government entities can follow different rules and deadlines. Because deadlines can vary, contact the firm early.<\/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 Clients Work With El Gringo Law<\/h2>\n<p>El Gringo Law represents people hurt by burns, car and trucking crashes, and other serious injuries in New Mexico.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Responsible lawyer:<\/strong> Josh Wood, who is licensed in New Mexico and Arizona.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Team:<\/strong> The firm has more than one lawyer and supporting office staff. The firm answers for statements made by its staff and marketing vendors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practice focus:<\/strong> burn injuries, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and the other areas listed above.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consultation:<\/strong> The firm offers a free first consultation, confidential and with no obligation to continue (consulta inicial gratuita, confidencial y sin compromiso).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Contact:<\/strong> Visit elgringolaw.com, use the <a href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact form<\/a>, call the firm, or start a live chat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Common Questions About Burn Injury Claims<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need to talk to the insurance company?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance adjusters often call early. Talk with the firm before you give a recorded statement or sign anything.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under New Mexico&#8217;s comparative negligence rule, your share of fault reduces damages.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will my case go to trial?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many claims settle through negotiation, and some need a lawsuit. The right path depends on the facts of your case.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Who can bring a claim after a fatal burn?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The personal representative of the deceased person brings the wrongful death action in that person&#8217;s name.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How do I start?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the contact form or start a chat with El Gringo Law. The team can answer your questions about the next step.<\/p><\/details><h2>Talk With El Gringo Law About Your Burn Injury<\/h2>\n<p>If a crash, a fire, or an unsafe property left you or someone you love with burns, and treatment is ongoing, you may be weighing whether to call a lawyer now. Reach out to El Gringo Law through the <a href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact form<\/a> or start a chat. Josh Wood is the responsible lawyer for this page, and the firm can be reached at elgringolaw.com.<\/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 Work With Burn Injury Clients<\/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\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--phone\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Talk With Us Directly<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call the firm, send a contact form, or start a chat. Our team will answer your questions about your burn injury and what happens 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--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Confidential Conversations<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first consultation is confidential. Share what happened without any pressure to hire us.<\/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--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Organized Records<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We help you gather medical records, photos, and accident details so your story is clear from the start.<\/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\">Attorneys and Staff Who Respond<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our lawyers and support staff focus on keeping you informed, answering your calls, and explaining each step in plain language.<\/p><\/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\">Speak With a Lawyer Before You Talk to the Insurance Company<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance adjusters often call early and ask for a recorded statement. You do not have to give one right away. Talk with the firm before you sign anything or agree to a settlement offer.<\/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 Your 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 Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\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\">Burn Injuries We Handle<\/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\">Car and Truck Crash Burns<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fires after a collision, fuel spills, and burns from vehicle damage can cause serious injuries. We review how the crash happened and what it has cost you.<\/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\">Premises Burns<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Burns from hazards on someone else&#x27;s property, such as scalding water, faulty equipment, or unsafe conditions, may lead to a premises liability claim.<\/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\">Electrical and Chemical Burns<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Electrical and chemical burns can cause deep tissue damage that is not visible at first. Early medical care and careful documentation matter.<\/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\">Wrongful Death From Burns<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a burn injury leads to a death, the family may have questions about responsibility and the losses they face. We listen and explain the options.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\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\">Tell El Gringo Law About Your Burn Injury<\/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\">Contact El Gringo Law for a Free, Confidential 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