At Ringsmuth Wuori PLLC, we are increasingly recognized for our work in complex and preventable injury cases — particularly those involving scald burn injuries. These cases are not only medically serious but often stem from systemic negligence, especially in rental properties, hotels, care facilities, and public accommodations where water temperatures are not properly controlled.

We are frequently contacted by doctors, nurses, social workers, and other attorneys seeking guidance and representation for victims of these devastating injuries. Scald burns are entirely preventable when safety protocols and temperature-regulating devices are properly installed and maintained. Unfortunately, many landlords, property owners, and businesses continue to cut corners, putting lives at risk.

Scald Burn Injuries

Our firm recently resolved a significant scald burn case for a confidential amount. The victim suffered full- and partial-thickness burns while bathing in a rental property that lacked essential anti-scald protections. In this case — like many others — there were no thermostatic mixing valves or temperature-limiting devices in place, allowing scalding water to suddenly surge from the fixture at dangerously high temperatures.

Water temperatures ranging from 135 to 165 degrees Fahrenheit (or more) can cause life-altering injuries within seconds. In contrast, water regulated to 120 degrees Fahrenheit — the industry-recommended maximum — requires prolonged exposure before serious burns occur. This basic safety standard is often ignored in favor of cost-cutting or convenience, with tragic consequences.

Attorney Tom Wuori has led litigation efforts on scald burn cases throughout Michigan and across the country, including recent work in Colorado and Georgia. He is nationally recognized for his in-depth understanding of plumbing systems, safety code violations, and the long-term impact of burn trauma. His work has helped many victims and families recover the compensation they need for medical care, rehabilitation, and justice.

At Ringsmuth Wuori, we are committed to exposing negligence, enforcing safety standards, and securing justice for those who have suffered preventable harm.