Battery-powered heated insoles have become a popular solution for keeping feet warm during cold weather, early-morning outdoor activities, hunting, and long work shifts. But as convenient as they seem, many heated insoles contain lithium-ion batteries, the same type of battery known to cause fires and explosions in electronic devices. When these insoles malfunction, the results can be devastating: severe foot burns, tissue damage, infections, and permanent scarring.

If you were burned by a heated insole, you may be able to file a claim for compensation. The Law Offices of Jason Turchin is reviewing cases on behalf of victims nationwide who suffered injuries from overheating, melting, smoking, or exploding heated insoles.

This guide explains what you may need to know about filing a claim, what evidence you might need, some ways on how to protect your case, and what compensation may be available.

Heated Insoles: A Hidden Danger Inside Your Footwear

Heated insoles seem harmless on the outside, but inside many models is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery—a powerful energy source that becomes dangerous when it malfunctions. These failures are often unpredictable and can occur:

• While walking
• While standing still
• During outdoor activities
• Inside a hot or humid environment
• While the device is charging
• After normal wear and tear

When a heated insole begins to fail, it may:

• Overheat rapidly
• Emit smoke
• Produce a popping or hissing sound
• Melt through the shoe
• Ignite
• Explode

Because the insole is inside a boot or shoe, victims often cannot react quickly enough to prevent a burn.

Why Heated Insoles Malfunction

Most heated insole failures are linked to battery design flaws, poor insulation, or manufacturing defects. Common causes include:

1. Internal Short Circuits

Pressure from walking can compress the battery and damage internal components.

2. Overheating During Use

Faulty temperature regulators can allow heating coils to reach unsafe temperatures.

3. Moisture Intrusion

Sweat or water exposure can cause electrical failure.

4. Cheap or Counterfeit Lithium-Ion Cells

Many low-cost heated insoles contain unsafe battery components.

5. Wiring and Solder Defects

Loose or exposed wiring can spark fires or cause the battery to combust.

6. Defective Charging Systems

Overcharging or unstable USB chargers can trigger thermal runaway.

When a lithium-ion battery fails, its temperature can rise instantly, causing blistering burns and deep tissue damage within seconds.

Types of Burn Injuries Caused by Heated Insoles

Burns from heated insoles can range from mild to catastrophic. Injuries may include:

First-Degree Burns

Redness and pain but no blistering.

Second-Degree Burns

Blistering, fluid buildup, risk of infection.

Third-Degree Burns

Tissue destruction requiring medical intervention or grafts.

Thermal Explosion Injuries

Embedded debris or sudden force injuries from exploding batteries.

Infections

Foot wounds are especially susceptible to infection, which can complicate healing.

Mobility Impairment

Even minor burns on the foot may make walking painful.

Permanent Scarring

Foot burns often leave long-term marks and sensitivity.

If your injury required medical treatment, you may qualify for significant compensation.

Do You Have a Valid Heated Insole Burn Injury Claim?

You may be eligible to file a claim if:

• A heated insole overheated, smoked, melted, or exploded
• You suffered a burn or related injury
• You received medical treatment
• You bought the product or were gifted it
• You can identify the insole or have photos of it

Even if the product was purchased online or the brand is unknown, a law firm can help determine its origin and whether similar failures have occurred.

Who Can Be Held Liable?

Your claim may involve multiple responsible parties, including:

1. The Manufacturer

Many heated insoles are imported and may lack adequate safety testing.

2. The Distributor or Importer

Companies that bring the product into the U.S. may share responsibility.

3. Retailers

This includes Amazon, Walmart, eBay sellers, outdoor stores, and third-party vendors.

4. Battery or Component Manufacturers

If the lithium-ion battery or heating coil failed, component suppliers may be included.

Product liability law does not require you to prove negligence, only that the product was defective and caused your injuries.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

Victims burned by a heated insole may be entitled to a wide range of damages, such as:

Medical Treatment Costs

• ER visits
• Burn care
• Skin grafts
• Wound care
• Follow-up appointments

Lost Income

If you were unable to walk, work, or perform your job due to your injury.

Pain and Suffering

Burns are among the most painful injuries a person can endure.

Emotional Trauma

Explosions or unexpected fires can lead to anxiety or fear of wearable electronics.

Permanent Scarring or Disability

Foot burns often leave long-lasting effects.

Future Medical Needs

Scar revision surgery, physical therapy, or ongoing burn treatment.

Property Damage

Boots, socks, flooring, or other items destroyed in the incident.

Step-By-Step Guide: How to File a Claim After a Heated Insole Burn

Below is the process our firm uses to help injury victims build strong claims:

Step 1: Seek Immediate Medical Care

Burn injuries worsen quickly and require proper diagnosis. Medical records can become evidence.

Step 2: Preserve the Heated Insole

Do not throw it away or return it. Store:

• The insole
• Any melted pieces
• Fragments from an explosion
• The charger or cables
• Packaging

These items may be examined by engineers or battery experts.

Step 3: Photograph Everything

Take photos of:

• Your burns (multiple stages of healing)
• The damaged insole
• The footwear involved
• Any property damage
• The area where the incident occurred

Documentation strengthens your case significantly.

Step 4: Save Your Proof of Purchase

Amazon order history, store receipts, and bank statements all help verify the product source.

Step 5: Recall What Happened

Think about details including:

• When the device began heating excessively
• Any sounds (popping, hissing)
• Smoke, odor, or flames
• How quickly the injury occurred
• Witnesses who saw the incident

Even small details can help demonstrate product failure.

Step 6: Contact a Product Liability Attorney

Manufacturers or sellers may ask for:

• The product
• A statement
• Photos
• A completed “incident form”

These requests may be used to weaken your claim.

A product liability lawyer can protect your rights and handle all communication with retailers, manufacturers, and insurers.

Example Case: Heated Insole Explosion Injury

In a recent case reported by national media, a use suffered a severe foot burn after a heated insole exploded inside his boot. The battery failed without warning, causing burns.

Cases like this highlight a growing trend of lithium-ion injuries from wearable heated products, including heated gloves, jackets, socks, and boot warmers.

Your experience may be similar and you may not be alone.

Frequently Asked Questions About Heated Insole Burn Claims

Do I need the insole to bring a claim?

It is extremely helpful. If you no longer have it, photos may still support your case.

What if the heated insole was purchased on Amazon?

You may still have a claim. Amazon can be considered a seller and may share liability.

What if the insole was a gift?

You can still file a claim even if you did not purchase it yourself.

How long do I have to file?

Deadlines vary by state. Contact a lawyer quickly to preserve your rights.

Can children file claims?

Parents or guardians may file on a child’s behalf.

Do you charge upfront fees?

No. Our firm works on a contingency fee, meaning you pay no fees or costs unless we recover money for you.

Contact the Law Offices of Jason Turchin | Heated Insole Injury Lawyers

If a heated insole burned, overheated, or exploded, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, lost income, and other damages.

Call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at (800) 337-7755 or visit VictimAid.com for a free case evaluation. There are no fees or costs unless we win your case.