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Fire Accidents

Although there are a usually many safeguards in place to prevent fire accidents from happening, there is no such thing as a completely fire-proof establishment. The reality is that fire accidents destroy homes, possessions and families. The loss from a fire is almost always devastating. According to the National Fire Protection Association more than 3000 people die in fire accidents each year and another 15,000 are injured.

Compensation for damages or losses may be available to those who have suffered from a fire accident due to the fault or negligence of another person or group. Some of the common damages that you may be able hold a third party liable for include:

• Actual costs of property damage
• medical care expenses for fire accident injuries
• compensation for mental anguish
• emotional suffering

This third party or party at fault may be an individual, group or company that has either directly caused the fire, or caused the fire due to negligence on their part.

Nearly 85 percent of deaths from fire accidents occur in residences. The home is often a focus of fire hazards. Preventing fire accidents within the home is the responsibility of all homeowners. Precautions should be taken in many areas of the home. First, smoke detectors should be installed on every floor of the home and near sleeping areas. Smoke detectors must be functional; they should be checked monthly, and the batteries should be replaced no less than once a year. Fire extinguishers in the home will help put a small fire out and could help prevent a major fire accident by controlling a small blaze before it gets out of control.

Some of the most common causes of fire accidents in the home are:

• portable heaters
• halogen lamps
• frayed or cracked wires
• overloaded sockets
• oversized fires within the fireplace
• cigarettes
• careless cooking

Regardless of how many precautions you may take to prevent fires, accidents do happen and it’s best to be ready. Escape routes and emergency contacts should be planned and discussed with your family so that in the event of an emergency you are prepared for the worst.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed in a fire accident, it is in your best interest to seek the help of a qualified Melbourne personal injury lawyer who will examine your case to determine if compensation is available. Please contact us today to speak with an experienced Melbourne personal injury lawyer who can answer your questions and protect your legal interests.