Propane is generally a safe and affordable fuel source for homes, businesses, and more in Middleton and beyond. We use propane tanks to heat our homes or offices, have a barbecue on the grill, or fuel a generator. But without proper handling, installation, and maintenance, propane tanks can explode and cause serious harm.
If you or a loved one have suffered injuries after a propane tank explosion in Middleton, you can get compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. A Middleton personal injury lawyer can help you maximize your propane tank accident claim.
How Our Propane Tank Explosion Injury Lawyers Can Help You
We know how devastating a propane tank explosion can be. That is why we are dedicated to providing thorough and aggressive legal representation to victims and their families. We want to do everything we can to hold negligent parties accountable for the explosion and get you the justice and compensation you need.
Here is how a Middleton propane tank attorney from our firm can help your case:
- Investigate the cause of the propane tank explosion
- Collect evidence to establish negligence and liability
- Identify all liable parties and sources of compensation
- Calculate your economic and non-economic damages
- File insurance claims
- Handle all communications with insurance companies and other parties
- Negotiate a settlement that better reflects your pain and suffering
- File a lawsuit against liable parties and insurance companies that refuse to pay what your case is worth
The sooner you call an attorney from our firm, the more time we have to gather evidence, build your case, and file all the necessary paperwork before the deadline.
Pursuing Compensation for a Propane Gas Tank Explosion
We know that no amount of money can truly heal the physical and emotional pain that victims and their families deal with after a propane tank explosion accident. But we can help you recover compensation to pay for economic damages, like:
- Medical expenses, including emergency care, surgeries, rehabilitation, and more
- Future medical costs for ongoing care and necessary treatment
- Lost income if you had to take time off work
- Reduced earning potential if you are no longer able to work after the accident
- Property damage, such as to your home, vehicle, and personal belongings
You can also get compensation for non-economic damages, which do not have a specific value. We can use a variety of evidence to calculate the true cost of non-economic damages, such as:
- Physical pain
- Mental anguish
- Emotional duress
- Disability, scaring, and disfigurement
- Diminished quality of life
- PTSD
We offer free case reviews so you can learn the value of your claim with no obligation to choose us to represent you.
Common Causes of Propane Tank Explosions
Propane gas is widely used and generally safe, but there are many risks. For example, if this fuel mixes with oxygen due to a leak, it becomes flammable.
Some of the most common causes of propane tank explosions include:
Improper Installation or Filling
If a technician or propane tank user does not properly install the propane tank into the equipment, a leak could occur and cause an explosion. A propane tank can also become a hazard if a technician does not fill the tank with the right amount of propane, which could put pressure on the tank, causing an explosion.
Lack of Maintenance
Even at home, propane tanks need maintenance to ensure they are safe to use. Dents, rust, and broken parts can cause an explosion.
Faulty Tanks
Some propane tanks explode because of a manufacturing defect. For instance, propane manufacturers add an odor to the gas so you can smell it when there is a leak. In faulty tanks, the odor can fade, making it harder to detect a leak and prevent an explosion. Other manufacturing defects, like improperly made tank parts, can also cause a tank to be hazardous.
Temperature Issues
Propane tanks can also explode when they heat up, and the pressure that builds in the tank is not released properly. This is known as a boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion.
Your propane tank explosion attorney can gather evidence to prove how the accident occurred and who is liable for your damages.
Who is Responsible when a Propane Tank Explodes?
When we take on your claim, we can identify the negligent party or parties whose actions led to the accident. We may find that one or more of the following parties are responsible for your propane tank explosion:
- The installer
- Maintenance technician
- Manufacturer
Types of Propane Tank Explosion Injuries You Can Get Compensation for
Propane tank explosions typically cause serious injuries requiring intense and costly medical care, often for weeks, months, or even years. In addition, some injuries can leave you or your loved one with a disability that can affect your ability to work, enjoy hobbies, and live the life you want. But you can recover compensation that pays medical bills and provides financial relief for intangible losses.
Here are some of the propane tank injuries we can help you recover compensation for:
- Burns
- Internal tissue damage
- Smoke inhalation damage in the lungs
- Shrapnel injuries
- Limb loss
- Damage to sight or hearing
Wrongful Death Due to an Exploding Propane Tank
If you lost a loved one to a propane tank explosion, we are truly sorry for your loss. We want to help you get justice for your late loved one. You can recover compensation for funeral costs and cover reduced household income. You can also claim your and your family’s emotional pain and suffering from losing someone so dear.
Massachusetts Law Limits Your Time to Take Legal Action
Massachusetts requires victims of propane tank explosions to file claims before the statute of limitations runs out. According to Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 260 § 2A, you have three years from the date of an accident to file a personal injury lawsuit against liable parties. In addition, Mass. Gen. Laws Ann. ch. 229 § 2 gives victims three years from the date of a loved one’s passing to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the liable parties.
Contact Our Middleton Propane Tank Explosion Attorneys to Start Your Claim Today
While three years may seem like a long time, your legal team needs as much time as possible to collect vital evidence and build your claim against liable parties. That is why it is essential to immediately contact a Middleton propane tank explosion lawyer. Call GED Lawyers to get started with your free case review today.
