Suing for Damages After Fiery Crashes in Florida

Although car crashes can cause a range of different injuries, some of the worst imaginable involve fires. Fires can cause burns, suffocation, and even explosions that send shrapnel flying through the air. Survivors of these fiery crashes are often left with severe, life-altering injuries that require considerable treatment. Some do not walk away from these crashes at all, leaving family members with unpaid medical bills and a lost source of income. But how can you sue for fire-related injuries after a Florida car crash, and what kinds of damages can you claim?

Fiery Accidents Are Common in Florida

Fiery accidents are relatively common in Florida. On October 28th, it was reported that a man had “miraculously survived” a fiery crash after a tanker flipped on I-95 in Delray Beach. Unfortunately, his burns were so severe that his own daughter could not recognize him in hospital. While the family has set up a GoFundMe page for his medical bills, they might be better off filing a personal injury lawsuit. On October 27th, it was reported that a woman had lost her life in the same fiery crash on I-95.

On October 18th, it was reported that two teens and two adults had lost their lives in a fiery crash in Martin County. The crash occurred on US-1 and involved a Tesla impacting another vehicle before catching fire.

What Damages Can You Claim After a Fiery Crash

Fiery crashes can result in a number of damages, including:

• Medical Expenses: Medical expenses are perhaps the most obvious losses associated with a crash. Medical treatment isn’t cheap in the United States, and treating burns can be very expensive. You may require reconstructive surgery and other procedures. A personal injury lawsuit can provide compensation for these medical expenses.
• Disfigurement: Disfigurement is its own separate damage. This is because a disfiguring injury is both psychologically damaging and physically damaging. Burns can certainly constitute disfigurement, especially when they are across the face. Personal injury lawsuits involving disfigurement can result in high settlement payouts.
• Lost Wages: When people suffer serious burns and other related injuries, they often need to miss work. You can receive compensation for these lost wages. In addition, family members can receive compensation for the loss of future wages if they lose loved ones in fiery crashes.
• Funeral Expenses: If you are filing a wrongful death suit on behalf of a loved one, you can also receive compensation for funeral expenses.
• Emotional Distress: Finally, you can receive additional compensation for “emotional distress,” which is a generalized term that can be used to describe all psychological damages.

Where Can I Find a Qualified Accident Attorney in Lake City?

If you’ve been searching for a Lake City accident lawyer, look no further than Koberlein Law Offices, PLLC. Over the years, we have assisted numerous injured plaintiffs in Florida — and we know how serious fire-related injuries can be. With our help, you can strive for the best possible outcome in a highly efficient manner. Remember, the statute of limitations can prevent you from suing if you wait too long — so book your consultation today to get started.

Sources

1. https://www.wpbf.com/article/carlos-molina-delray-beach-fiery-crash-fuel-tanker-carla/41795804
2. https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/10/28/woman-killed-in-fiery-4-vehicle-crash-on-i-95-in-brevard-county/
3. https://www.wpbf.com/article/florida-traffic-martin-county-deadly-crash/41691810

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