Fire Erupts at Adult Entertainment Theater in Anaheim – Accident Attorneys

Possible Causes of Fires at Plaza’s and Shopping Centers

Although every situation is different, fires can occur due to some of the following:

• Electrical issues (electrical failures, resulting in sparks or overheating)
• Leaving appliances on or running too long
• Human error (leaving candles on, overloading circuits, etc.)
• Improper storage of flamage materials
• Arson

Whatever the cause of the fire, if the fire occurs at a plaza or shopping center – especially overnight or out of the normal hours of operation – the fire can affect the entire structure; in other words, multiple businesses could be affected.

Possible Injuries Associated with Fires at Plazas and Shopping Centers

Fires and result in many different injuries. Victims may suffer burn injuries varying in degree (third-degree, second-degree, etc.), smoke inhalation injuries, chemical burns to respiratory tract, fractures and other injuries from getting trapped under rubble due to structural damage caused by the fire.

Other damages: in addition to physical injuries, victims may also experience mental and emotional distress. This may include post-traumatic stress, anxiety, panic, fear, depression, and more. Of course, property damage is likely to be extensive.

Can I File a Lawsuit?
Yes, you could be eligible to file a lawsuit. Who can I sue? This depends on liability, specifically on who is at-fault for the incident that occurred. In cases of fires at plazas/shopping centers, liability can fall onto the negligent actions of the property owner or even the party/entity that leases the specific store. Even if the incident occurred as a result of arson, the property/store owner could be liable based on a lack of security or surveillance, for example. What if the fire spread because the plaza was not up to code with fire sprinkler systems, smoke detectors, and/or smoke alarms? If this is the case, then the property owner could certainly be liable for damages.

As you can see, establishing liability and determining the right to file a lawsuit can be complicated, especially if there is little to no information about an accident. If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, please do not hesitate to reach out to our legal team as soon as possible. Our experts are ready to evaluate your claim and provide you with the guidance that you need to understand your rights.

What Compensation is Available?

Some of the categories of compensation available can include the following:

• Medical expenses
• Lost earnings
• Property damages
• Pain and suffering
• Punitive damages
• Legal costs

Here at our law firm, our legal team is fully committed to getting our clients the maximum recovery available for their claims. Whether you are pursuing an injury claim or any other type of claim, you can be certain that our expert legal team is ready to handle your claim effectively and secure the payout that you are owed.

What Should I Do?

After any incident, we recommend that affected parties do the following:

• Take photos of all visible injuries
• Take photos of the scene of the incident (if it is safe to do so)
• Seek medical attention as soon as possible
• Make an incident report and request a copy of the report for reference
• Speak to witnesses and gather their contact information
• Gather all relevant medical records
• Gather any records of lost income
• Seek legal assistance as soon as possible

If you ever find yourself unsure of what to do next, please do not hesitate to reach out to the experts here at our law firm. Our team is ready to guide you every step of the way towards getting the justice that you are owed.

How Long Do I have to Sue?

In general, personal injury claims are subject to a two-year statute of limitations; this means that claimants will only have two years to file their claims. If you are only pursuing a claim for property damage, your claim could be subject to a three-year deadline. If you are considering the possibility of pursuing a claim, it is important that you understand that failing to file your claim on time can result in losing the right to sue entirely.

Contact the Downtown L.A. Law Group Today

If you are looking into pursuing a lawsuit after the fire incident that broke out in the adult entertainment theater in Anaheim or after any other fire incident, it is important that you have the right representation. Here at our law firm, our fire accident attorneys are more than ready to help you with your claim. Our entire team at Downtown L.A. Law Group is ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights and recover the payout that you are owed.

Free Case Evaluations: our team offers free consultations and free second opinions. Whether you are looking to begin or continue your claim, you can be certain that our team is ready to go above it all to provide you with all the information that you need to begin or continue your claim. To schedule a free case evaluation, contact us today.

Zero-Fee Guarantee: you will never be required to pay any upfront legal costs for any of our legal services. In addition, our team works on a strict contingency-based structure, so you will not be required to pay anything if your claim is not successful.