Riverside County Mountain Community Evacuations Lifted after Propane Leak – Propane Leak Injury Attorneys

Although every situation is different, some of the common causes of leaking propane trucks can include the following:

• Loose fittings or seals (these can loosen due to shaking during travel)
• Malfunctioning valves, fittings, or other components
• Valves that are not properly turned off or shut off
• Valves that were left open

Without a doubt, propane leaks come with a significant fire risk. If ignited, propane gas can result in a fire, which can lead to burn injuries, smoke inhalation injuries, and extensive property damage. In addition, those exposed to propane gas due to leaks could experience some of the following:

• Asphyxiation (due to the gas replacing oxygen in the lungs)
• Chest pain
• Clumsiness (due to lack of consciousness)
• Difficulty breathing
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Headaches
• Loss of consciousness
• Nausea
• Rapid breathing
• Rapid heart rate
• Death

Yes, you could be eligible to file a lawsuit. In the incident discussed above, the incident was associated with a leaking propane truck. Although the cause of the leak was not determined, it is possible that the company that owns and operates the propane truck could be liable for any damages or harm resulting from the incident. In other words, affected individuals could have the right to file a lawsuit. For more information about your right to file a lawsuit, contact us today.

Although every claim is different, victims and their families could potentially be eligible to recover compensation for some of the following:

• Medical costs
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage
• Punitive damages
• Legal costs

In case of wrongful death, claimants could be eligible to receive compensation for funeral and burial costs and loss of consortium.

Here at our firm, our team is fully committed to getting our clients the maximum payout available, whether it is through a settlement or through a verdict. For more information about the possible value of your claim and what you could be awarded, contact us today!

If you or a member of your family suffered harm due to a propane leak in your community, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. Based on the details surrounding your specific situation, you could have the right to sue and receive compensation. If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, contact us today. The team here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group has decades of experience and is fully committed to fighting for the rights of our clients and helping them secure the maximum recovery possible. If you are ready to discuss your legal options with our team, contact us today.

Free Case Reviews: to remain as accessible as possible, our law firm offers free case evaluations. These include free initial consultations and free second opinions. In other words, whether you are looking to begin your claim or continue your claim after starting it with another firm, we can help you. Our experts will be available to provide you with all the information that you might need to pursue your claim.

Zero-Fee Guarantee: you will never be required to pay any upfront legal fees for any of our legal services. In addition, our team works on contingency, meaning that our clients will not be required to pay anything if their claims are not successful. If you do not win, you will not be responsible for any legal fees whatsoever.

If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, contact us today!