Explosion & Burn Injuries In Alabama

An explosion is one of the last things anyone ever expects, unless in certain specific environments – but even there, the fallout can be a shock. The injuries resulting from explosions can also stay with a person for life, causing flashbacks and emotional pain even after the physical symptoms have healed. Still, it can be difficult to hold anyone responsible for the harm an explosion causes, simply because the root cause may be difficult to ascertain.

If you have been harmed by an explosion, you need the right kind of legal help to increase the odds of recovery. The Birmingham personal injuries attorneys from Goldasich, Vick & Fulk can help you get through the legal process while you focus on getting life back to normal.

Causes and Effects

There are several different causes of explosions both in the home and on the job. Some of the most common include electrical malfunctions, flammable gases or liquids, combustible dust, and vehicle collisions, though there are other ways that explosions may occur. Regardless of cause, both primary blast injuries and secondary traumas can happen in the blink of an eye.

With many different causes, many different injuries can result from explosions. Burns are by far the most common, though they might occur due to flame, gas, cold, or other factors. In addition, blunt force injuries can occur after explosions due to flying glass or stone, and falls can happen if someone is close to the blast. This type of injury can be quite severe, and if you suspect that someone’s negligence caused the explosion, know that you have the right to try and hold them liable for the harm you have suffered.

Know Your Defendants

If you have been injured in an explosion, it is possible to hold a defendant or defendants accountable, but it can be difficult to determine exactly how many people or entities played a role. Alabama has what is known as joint and several liability, meaning that in theory, each liable defendant might be on the proverbial hook for the full amount of a plaintiff’s damages, but it is still a good idea to hold all those who contributed to the accident accountable.

If the explosion occurred while you were on the job, know that you will likely be eligible for Alabama workers’ compensation, as long as your employer has the appropriate coverage, but it is always a good idea to make sure. Preserving as much evidence of your injuries as possible is crucial, and in the event that your claim for benefits is denied, you will be able to present documentation of what you have been through on appeal.

Let Us Help You

An explosion is a sudden event that can alter a person’s life significantly, leaving physical and emotional scars long after the fact. If you have been injured due to an explosion at home or on the job, the Birmingham explosion and burn injury attorneys from Goldasich, Vick & Fulk can help ensure you get the compensation you deserve. Contact us today at (205) 731-2566 to schedule a consultation.