Burned by a Tabletop Firepit? You Don't Have to Sort This Out Alone

A tabletop firepit injury happens in a heartbeat, but the recovery, the medical bills, and the uncertainty can stretch on for months. If you are reading this for yourself or for someone you care about, you are probably tired, overwhelmed, and unsure where to even begin. That is completely understandable, and you do not have to carry the legal part by yourself.

First, the Reassuring Part

You are not the only person this has happened to. Since 2019, the CPSC has connected liquid-burning tabletop firepits to dozens of injuries and two deaths, and a real body of litigation has grown up around them. That means there are attorneys who genuinely understand these cases, and there are other people who have been through the same thing.

What These Cases Need

Because the injuries come from a defective product, the right attorney is a product-liability lawyer with burn-injury experience. They know how to work with the engineering and medical experts who prove what happened and document the long-term cost of a serious burn, from skin grafts to future care. A general injury lawyer often is not equipped for that.

A Few Firms Worth Knowing About

When you are ready, here are some of the firms handling these cases around the country. The list mixes large practices with regional burn specialists, because the right fit depends on your situation, not on who advertises loudest. Almost all offer a free consultation and work on contingency, so an early call costs nothing. Ratings reflect public Google listings as of 2026.

Pritzker Hageman, P.A.

pritzkerlaw.com | (888) 377-8900

If a severe burn is at the heart of what you are dealing with, this may be the clearest match. They are one of the most established burn-and-explosion firms in the country, with partnerships with the American Burn Association and the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. Around 4.9 stars across 60-plus reviews.

The Louthian Firm

louthianlaw.com | (803) 712-4771

A firm that has clearly been paying attention to this specific litigation, maintaining several firepit resources and an updated case tracker, and is currently involved in alcohol-fueled firepot burn litigation. Founded in 1959 and led by Bert Louthian. Around 4.9 stars across 200-plus reviews.

The Ammons Law Firm

ammonslaw.com | (281) 801-5617

A good call if you are ready to move forward, since they have actually filed tabletop firepit lawsuits. Rob Ammons is board certified in personal injury trial law in Texas, and the firm reports more than $1 billion recovered. Around 4.8 stars across 100-plus reviews.

Richardson Thomas, LLC

richardsonthomas.com | (803) 281-8150

Their background fits these cases unusually well. Attorney Brady Thomas handled more than 60 exploding-gas-can cases, work tied to the rise of flame arrestors, and the firm has supported a regional burn center.

TorHoerman Law

torhoermanlaw.com | (888) 508-6752

If you would feel more comfortable with a large firm and significant resources behind you, they are a major mass-tort practice with detailed firepit coverage. They report more than $4 billion recovered, including a $495 million product-liability verdict, with a 5.0 rating across 280-plus reviews.

Law Offices of Jason Turchin

jasonturchin.com | (888) 998-4284

Worth contacting if your injury involves a newer or less common brand, since they cover newly named products across many states. A 5.0 rating across 90-plus reviews.

A Thoughtful Guide, in One Place

If seeing it all laid out gently helps, the Class Action Community on Skool has gathered this into an honest, up-to-date guide with notes on what each firm brings, so you can find the right fit rather than the loudest ad. You can find it here: https://www.skool.com/class-action-community

There is no pressure and no rush. Talking to a lawyer does not commit you to anything, and most work on contingency, so an early conversation costs nothing. Take care of yourself and your family first, and reach out when the time feels right.

This is general information and not legal advice. Details change over time, so please confirm specifics with the CPSC recall record or a qualified attorney.