The trauma of having a fire or explosion damage your home or business property—or worse, cause personal injury or death—can be one of the most difficult times in a person's life. We understand all of the consequences of such a traumatic event and are dedicated to helping those who have suffered losses—physical, emotional, and financial—recover their damages.
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Residential and Commercial Fires
Residential and commercial fires are startlingly common in the United States. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, a division of FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, in 2005 (the latest year for which data are available):
· More than 1.6 million fires were reported. Many other fires were not reported, causing additional injuries and property loss.
· Fire killed more people in the U.S. than all of the natural disasters that occurred in 2005 combined.
· At least 80 percent of all fire deaths among Americans occurred in fires at home.
· Arson is the second most common cause of both residential fires and residential fire deaths. In commercial properties, arson is the major cause of deaths, injuries, and property loss.
If a Fire or Explosion Has Impacted Your Life
Fire and explosion cases are more complex than the average person might think. The cases may involve elements of personal injury, wrongful death, and property loss. In addition, regardless of whether such cases are settled before trial or proceed to court, the attention of experts to the following matters is usually necessary:
· The origin of the fire or explosion
· Smoke detectors and state, federal and local fire codes
· Flammable fabrics
· Warnings and instructions
· Electrical engineering
· Building codes
· Building materials
In light of the complexity of such cases, it's wise to seek the counsel of experienced fire/explosion attorneys such as those at Perey Law Group, PLLC.
Immediately After a Fire or Explosion
A prompt inspection of the site of a fire or explosion is essential — valuable evidence may be lost without it. It's also best not to give any recorded statement about the fire/explosion to anyone other than law enforcement and fire officials. Insurance company investigators are not law enforcement or fire officials. You do not have to sign anything for them, including any type of release form. Any statement that you make to an insurance company representative could make it more difficult for your claim to be settled.
Consulting an experienced fire/explosion lawyer as soon as possible will help ensure that your interests are protected. Lawyers at Perey Law Group, PLLC know what to do to help you and your loved ones obtain the best possible outcome for your case.
Contact us today to speak with a qualified personal injury attorney. We look forward to helping you get through this difficult time.
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Perey Law Group, PLLC
1606 8th Avenue North
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 443-7600
Fax: (206) 443-4785