Plantation Starbucks Burn Injury Lawyers

If you were burned by hot coffee, tea or another drink at a Starbucks in Plantation, you may be able to bring a Plantation Starbucks burn injury claim when the store’s carelessness, such as an overfilled cup, a loose lid or a rushed handoff, contributed to the burn. Parents may also be able to file on behalf of a burned child.

To talk about what happened and your options, call the Law Offices of Jason Turchin at 800-337-7755 for a free consultation.

Starbucks is a popular stop throughout Plantation, with busy locations along University Drive, Broward Boulevard and Sunrise Boulevard. For many commuters, families and students, it is part of the daily routine.

When a hot coffee or tea causes a burn, that routine can turn into medical bills, lasting scars and emotional trauma. The Law Offices of Jason Turchin represents burn victims throughout Broward County, including Plantation.

How Do Starbucks Burn Injuries Happen in Plantation?

Most Starbucks burns happen when a very hot drink spills because of how it was prepared, packaged or handed over. Busy drive-thru lines and in-store pickups in Plantation leave room for mistakes.

Common causes of Starbucks burns include:

• Overheated beverages: drinks served hotter than safe handling standards.
• Unsecured lids: lids that are not attached properly may pop off when the cup is lifted.
• Overfilled cups: drinks filled to the brim can spill with little movement.
• Drive-thru handoffs: rushed exchanges through car windows can cause spills.
• Employee mistakes: a barista may spill a hot drink directly on a customer.
• Weak packaging: paper cups may collapse when filled with very hot liquid.

For more on how serving temperatures and staff practices play a role, see our article asking whether Starbucks drinks are served too hot.

Can Hot Coffee Burn Your Skin and Cause Third-Degree Burns?

Yes, hot coffee can burn your skin. At 160°F to 190°F, a spilled Starbucks coffee or tea can cause second- or third-degree burns in seconds.

How deep a burn goes depends on the liquid’s temperature, how long it stays on the skin and where it lands. Coffee soaked into clothing on the lap or thighs can keep burning longer. Our guide on how hot Starbucks coffee is and whether it can cause burns explains more.

Starbucks burn accidents in Plantation can result in:

• Second- and third-degree burns: on the hands, lap, thighs or chest.
• Child burns: especially in cars or strollers.
• Facial burns and scarring: from splashes.
• Permanent disfigurement: visible marks that may not fully heal.
• Nerve damage: from deep tissue burns.
• Emotional trauma: including embarrassment or anxiety about visible scars.

Victims may face hospitalization, long-term wound care and, in some cases, permanent disfigurement.

Why Are Starbucks Burn Risks Higher in Parts of Plantation?

Plantation’s Starbucks stores sit in high-traffic areas where speed and volume can raise the chance of a spill. Several local factors play a part.

• Drive-thru culture: locations near University Drive and Westfield Broward Mall see constant drive-thru use, where rushed handoffs can cause spills.
• Family-oriented communities: stores in suburban areas like Plantation Acres often serve families with children, raising the risk of child burns.
• Commuter traffic: residents traveling on I-595 or Sunrise Boulevard often stop during rushed mornings.

If your burn happened at a drive-thru window, our article on Starbucks drive-thru burn lawsuits in Florida covers issues specific to those claims.

How Hot Can Coffee Legally Be Served in Florida?

Florida law generally does not set one fixed serving temperature for coffee. Instead, the question in a burn claim is usually whether the business acted reasonably in how it heated, packaged and served the drink.

Under Florida law, Starbucks must take reasonable steps to serve drinks safely. If it fails to do so, it may be liable under negligence or product liability.

What Must You Show in a Starbucks Burn Claim?

A negligence claim for a Starbucks burn in Plantation generally involves four elements. Each one must be supported with evidence.

1. Duty of care: Starbucks had a responsibility to serve drinks safely.
2. Breach: such as overfilled drinks, insecure lids or unsafe heat levels.
3. Causation: the unsafe condition caused the injury.
4. Damages: the victim suffered measurable harm such as medical costs, pain or lost income.

If the cup or lid itself was defective, Starbucks may also face liability under product liability law. A claim can involve both theories at once.

Timing often matters. Florida Statute §95.11 sets the deadlines for filing, and many negligence claims generally must be filed within two years from the date of the injury. Exceptions can apply, so it is wise to have a lawyer review your dates early.

What Compensation May Starbucks Burn Victims Recover?

Starbucks burn victims may be able to recover damages for medical costs, lost income and the physical and emotional harm the burn caused. The amount depends on the facts of each case.

• Medical treatment: ER visits, wound care, hospital bills and surgeries.
• Future medical care: scar revision and reconstructive procedures.
• Lost income: wages missed during recovery.
• Loss of earning capacity: if permanent injuries affect employment.
• Pain and suffering: compensation for physical and emotional harm.
• Permanent scars: damages for disfigurement or long-term visibility of burns.
• Wrongful death damages: for families in tragic cases where burns are fatal.

To learn how non-economic losses are valued, read how much you can sue for pain and suffering in Florida.

What Situations Could Lead to a Starbucks Burn Lawsuit in Plantation?

A lawsuit may be possible when a preventable problem with the drink, cup or handoff causes a burn. Here are hypothetical examples of how that could happen in Plantation.

• University Drive drive-thru: a barista hands a customer an overfilled coffee. The lid is not secure, and hot liquid spills into the customer’s lap.
• Broward Boulevard store: a customer receives tea served at an unsafe temperature. When the lid comes off, the tea spills onto their hand, causing burns.
• Plantation Acres location: a parent buys hot chocolate for their child. The cup collapses under the heat, scalding the child’s leg.

What Should You Do After Being Burned at Starbucks in Plantation?

Get medical care first, then document the incident and keep the evidence. These steps can protect both your health and a possible claim.

1. Seek medical attention immediately: burns should be treated quickly.
2. Report the incident: notify the Starbucks manager and request an incident report.
3. Take photos: document your injuries, the cup, the lid and the store.
4. Preserve evidence: keep the cup, lid and receipt.
5. Collect witness information: get names and contact details from anyone who saw the spill.
6. Talk to a burn injury lawyer: Starbucks’ insurance team may try to minimize your claim.

Our article on what to do next if you are burned by Starbucks hot coffee goes through these steps in more detail.

Why Choose the Law Offices of Jason Turchin

The Law Offices of Jason Turchin handles serious personal injury cases throughout Florida, including Starbucks burn claims in Plantation and across Broward County. The firm is based in Weston, Florida, close to Plantation.

The firm represents clients in Plantation, Sunrise, Davie, Pembroke Pines and Fort Lauderdale. It also handles personal injury cases in New York, New Jersey and Washington, D.C., and throughout the U.S. with a network of co-counsels and local counsels.

Attorney Jason Turchin has been named to the Super Lawyers list from 2020 through 2026. He was AV Preeminent Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence by Martindale-Hubbell in 2026 and holds an Avvo 10.0 Superb Rating.

The firm has received an A+ BBB rating annually from 2014 through 2026. Cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, with fees and costs waived if there is no recovery.

Plantation Starbucks Burn Injury FAQs

How hot does Starbucks serve its coffee and tea?

Starbucks drinks are often between 160°F and 190°F. That is hot enough to cause second- or third-degree burns in seconds.

Can I sue if I spilled the coffee myself?

Possibly. If Starbucks contributed to the accident, for example by serving the drink too hot, overfilled or in defective packaging, it may still be liable. Under Florida Statute §768.81, your own share of fault can reduce what you recover.

What if my child was burned?

Parents may bring a claim on behalf of a child. Compensation may include medical care, future surgeries and emotional damages.

How long do I have to file a claim in Florida?

Many negligence claims generally must be filed within two years from the date of the injury under Florida Statute §95.11. Exceptions can apply, so it helps to speak with a lawyer early.

Do I need a Plantation lawyer?

A claim is often filed where the injury happened, so a lawyer familiar with Broward County can help. Learn more about how the firm handles Starbucks burn injury claims across Florida.

Speak With a Plantation Starbucks Burn Injury Lawyer

If you or your child were burned at Starbucks in Plantation, legal help may be available. The Law Offices of Jason Turchin represents Starbucks burn injury victims throughout Broward County and across Florida.

Call 800-337-7755, use our live chat or contact us online for a free consultation. Fees and costs are waived if there is no recovery.