In 2023, local fire departments across the United States responded to an estimated 1.39 million fires. These incidents resulted in approximately 3,670 civilian fire-related deaths and 13,350 civilian injuries. The property damage from these fires was estimated at $23 billion. On average, a fire department responded to a fire every 23 seconds. A home structure fire was reported every 95 seconds, with a home fire death occurring every three hours and a home fire injury every 52 minutes.
Fires can occur in all settings, including residential, industrial, and commercial areas. Fires, no matter how big or small, are all dangerous and can lead to serious injuries including burns, permanent scarring, and possibly death.
It can also lead to significant property damage, equaling hundreds to thousands of dollars. Determining the cause of the fire and responsible party can be difficult and an immediate, expert investigation is required.
Fires can begin in a variety of circumstances including but not limited to defective smoke detectors, faulty wiring in a house or commercial space, defective propane tanks leading to leaks, negligent care of electric or gas utilities by a landlord, or improperly designed gasoline tanks on a vehicle.
If you or your loved one has been seriously injured in a fire, contact our personal lawyers today and let Pulvers, Pulvers & Thompson get you the care and closure you need.