Commerce Warehouse Fire Sends Toxic Fumes into the Air – Toxic Fumes Lawsuit Lawyers
A large fire at a commercial building in Commerce sent toxic smoke into the air and into the surrounding community late Saturday night, on December 14, 2024. The fire was reported at around 9:45pm on the 2900 block of Vail Avenue, located near the Garfield Avenue exit ramp just off the 5 Freeway – at the site of S. Bravo Systems manufacturing facility.
Aerial footage of the blaze shows flames consuming the building and toxic yellow smoke rising in the air. Crews on the scene believe the smoke was due to burning fiberglass.
According to a Los Angeles County Fire Department captain, there were no concerns to nearby businesses.
Shortly before noon the next day, a spokesperson for S. Bravo Systems stated that there were no employees working in the building when the fire started and that no injuries were reported.
The company is in the petroleum industry and provides secondary containment innovations to protect water, air, and soil from contaminants. Their spokesperson said that they will continue normal operations in facilities in Lexington, Tennessee.
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The Consequences of Commercial Fires
Facilities in commercial areas may handle a variety of potentially toxic materials. When there are fires at these facilities at toxic smoke is sent billowing into the air and surrounding communities, innocent individuals could be affected. Commercial fires that result in toxic chemicals being released into the air can ultimately lead to harm, which can include some of the following: irritation to eyes, irritation to skin, irritation to throat and nose, respiratory distress, dizziness, fatigue, cardiac arrest, increased risk of certain health problems, increased risk of cancer, etc. When harm occurs as a result of facility fires, the company that owns/operates the facility could be liable for any resulting harm to employees or community members and can be sued.
Can I File a Lawsuit?
If you sustained any harm as a result of toxic fumes released due to a fire at a commercial facility, you could have the right to file a lawsuit for all resulting harm. You could also be entitled to receive compensation. For more information about the legal options available to you, please do not hesitate to seek legal help with the expert team here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group.
What Can I Recover If I File a Lawsuit? – based on the details surrounding your claim, you could be entitled to receive compensation for medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, property damage, punitive damages, and legal fees, for example. For more information about the specific type and amount of compensation that you could ultimately be awarded, do not hesitate to reach out to our team. Our lawyers are ready to fight for your rights and help you recover the maximum payout available for your claim.
What Should I Do?
Consider some of the following recommendations:
- Seek medical care as soon as possible
- Make incident reports with the appropriate authorities as well as with the company
- Gather all relevant medical records
- Gather all records associated with the lost of income associated with the incident
- Speak to witnesses and gather their contact information
- Seek legal help as soon as possible
Contact the Downtown L.A. Law Group Today
If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, please do not hesitate to reach out to our expert legal team as soon as possible. Our team is fully committed to fighting for the rights of our clients and getting them justice. Whether you are ready to file your claim or you are simply exploring the legal options available and gathering information, our team can help you. To ensure that we remain accessible to all, our team offers free case reviews, which include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our team will be available to answer all your questions and address all your concerns – ensuring that you have access to all the information that you need to either begin or continue your claim. If you are interested in scheduling a free case review, contact us today!
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