Injuries Caused by Explosions
The explosion on Christmas Day in downtown Nashville thankfully resulted in no loss of life, but the blast did injure three people in the area.
Explosions can cause several serious injuries to those in the vicinity, and when it is caused by the negligent or reckless actions of another person, they can be held liable for any injuries that result.
At Mitch Grissim & Associates, our team is here to provide experienced legal assistance after an accident. To learn more, call or contact our office for a free case evaluation.
Common Injuries Caused by an Explosion Accident
Explosion injuries are fairly unique compared to other types of injuries seen in accidents. Explosion injury victims often suffer both penetrating and blunt force trauma injuries due to a combination of the blast, heat, and shrapnel caused by the blast.
Some of the most common injuries seen in an explosion accident include the following:
- Ruptured lung
- Ear and eye ruptures
- Abdominal injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries (concussion)
- Penetrating shrapnel wounds
- Bone fractures
- Head and skull injuries
- Burns
- Asthma attacks and other breathing injuries
- Crush injuries
- Angina, and
- Hypertension
- Wrongful death
Explosions can cause other types of injuries as well, and an experienced Tennessee personal injury attorney can review your claims to determine the proper amount of compensation in your case.
What Causes Explosion Accidents?
Explosions happen more often than people realize and can occur almost anywhere. The most common place where these incidents happen is on a construction site, as many pieces of machinery, chemicals, and other items on a construction site can cause an accident. Welding, electrical sparks, heavy equipment striking underground pipelines, and chemical spills can all lead to an explosion accident on a construction site.
Explosions also happen in the home or another confined space, with open flames and pilot lights being the leading causes of these incidents in a residential area. Cutting or drilling in the home during projects can also accidentally lead to an explosion and fire if gases or flammable liquids are nearby.
Finally, explosions can happen as a result of a car accident, especially those that occur at high speeds. The significant force and impact of a high-speed car accident can ignite the gasoline and oil in a vehicle, which in turn causes an explosion after impact. Vehicle explosions can injure those in the vehicle, in nearby cars, and anyone who comes to provide aid if the explosion is delayed.
To learn more about where these incidents can occur, talk to an experienced personal injury law firm now.
What is the Legal Process in the Aftermath?
It is important to understand your options if you or a loved one are injured in an explosion. The law in Tennessee allows you to file a claim against the responsible party to pursue financial compensation, but this is not a cut and dry process.
The best way to navigate the complexities of the law is to work with an accident lawyer and a law firm that will help you through the following steps.
Initiating a Claim
The law is tricky, and whether or not you have the right to file a claim is not so simple. There is the issue of fault or liability for the explosion. There is also a statute of limitations that takes into account when the incident happened.
There are other factors to consider as well, and explosion lawyers can help you figure out if you have a case and can make a claim that will be successful.
Gathering Evidence
Empirical data will be the biggest factor in any injury case. Injury lawyers will gather evidence in the form of pictures of the incident, eyewitness accounts, and proof of injury such as medical bills.
The goal is to determine whether individual or corporate negligence led to the incident that caused injuries or property damage.
You will need an expert who knows what to look for and what makes for a compelling case when trying to prove liability in this kind of case.
Assessing Damages Like Medical Bills
If you or any family members were injured in the incident, or any property of yours was damaged, then the value of these will have to be analyzed. An injury law firm will consider recovery costs, repair expenses, pain and suffering damages, and others.
It is possible for explosion attorneys to also bring punitive damages to the table, otherwise known as exemplary damages. Though these do not directly benefit the victim, they will help ensure justice is received by the responsible party.
Negotiating with the Insurance Company
If the responsible entity is a business, then they will likely have their insurance company get involved. This company will do whatever it takes to pay out as little as possible for the incident because they are focused on their profits.
To have a chance against the vast resources of a corporation, you will need the assistance of an explosion accident attorney who can advocate for you and any other victims.
Why Choose Our Law Firm?
An explosion accident lawyer at Mitch Grissim & Associates is the partner you need to navigate a difficult and traumatic time for many reasons.
Our Law Firm Puts Your Interests First
Before you hire an explosion lawyer for your endeavor, we offer a free case evaluation. This free consultation is designed to help you think through the process with a professional who can answer questions and determine the legality of your case.
Additionally, we put a heavy emphasis on the attorney-client relationship, making sure that you are taken care of.
We are not satisfied unless we win, so each explosion accident lawyer at our law firm will work tirelessly to help with your financial recovery.
We Understand You are in a Difficult Place
From those who have been in car accidents to those dealing with injuries from explosions, people dealing with trauma can feel overwhelmed by a legal process.
You may be recovering from a horrible injury or even dealing with the wrongful death of a loved one due to explosions. We know that you are struggling emotionally and may have a hard time wanting to file a claim.
Our law firm understands that this is a difficult period, which is why we care so much about protecting your legal rights and pursuing compensation to help you deal with a fire or explosion injury or loss.
We want to help you take care of your family now and in the future.
We are Local and Love Our Community
Mitch Grissim & Associates is not a nationwide law firm with an endless number of clients. We are intentional about dedicating our full resources to every client, investing the necessary time to improve their chance of winning.
When members of our community are hurt in these types of incidents, we must help them hold the guilty parties responsible to make our neighborhood a safer place for all.
We are Experts in this Field
If you are looking for a team of legal professionals that knows every detail of the law when it comes to explosions that cause people to get hurt, then we should be your first call.
We have helped so many clients achieve peace of mind through successful claims that resulted in settlements for those involved. You can trust us to use our knowledge of the law to improve the strength of your case.
Although the emotional damage may never be repaired or a lost life can never be reversed, w can ensure that you and your family are compensated for the incident.
Contact us at Our Office Today
Explosions are often devastating and traumatic, but you do not have to go through this time alone.
If you or someone you know has been injured from an explosion accident on a construction site or in another incident, the knowledgeable Nashville personal injury attorneys at Mitch Grissim & Associates can help.
We have many other practice areas that could assist you in various injury cases, from medical malpractice to boating accidents.
Call the office or contact us today to schedule a free consultation of your case.
Resource:
cdc.gov/masstrauma/preparedness/primer.pdf
