[07-17-2022] Ventura County, CA – One Person Critically Hurt in Storage Yard Fire in Ventura

According to the authorities, a boat, van, and storage container caught fire, injuring one person in Ventura Sunday morning, July 17, 2022.

According to the Ventura Fire Department, the fire occurred at about 11:50 a.m. at Comstock Drive and Ventura Avenue.

Reports indicate that the fire began in a boat that was being repaired when it occurred, and although it grew larger as firefighters arrived on the scene, they were able to stop it from spreading to nearby buildings.

However, the reports stated that a man sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to Ventura County Medical Center by ambulance. He is currently receiving treatment there.

The authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire.

Burn Injury Statistics

1.1 million burn injuries in the US require medical attention yearly (American Burn Association, 2002). About 4,500 of them pass away. Each year, up to 10,000 Americans in the United States pass away from burns-related infections.

Burns are a painful reality of life. Every three hours, one person in the United States dies from burn injuries, which account for 1.5 deaths per 100,000 people or 2.1% of all fatal injuries.

Burn injuries can be physically and emotionally scarring and excruciatingly painful. They also take a long time to heal.

Long-term emotional effects, like post-traumatic stress disorder or recurring nightmares, are common in burn victims. They might be reluctant to return to their regular activities out of concern for getting more burns.

Ventura County Fire Accident Lawyers

Look into your legal options if you’ve had any kind of burn. If you think someone else’s negligence led to your burn injury, you might be entitled to compensation. It is possible to recover compensation for lost wages, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and medical costs.

On the other hand, physical wounds leave scars that are ongoing reminders of the traumatic event. If you or someone you know has recently suffered burns due to an accident, contact Arash Law. We are here to help you get better after suffering this severe injury.

Arash Law’s burn injury lawyers in Ventura County will ensure that you, or a deceased victim’s family member, receive the settlement you are due for the suffering you have endured. Consult a lawyer if you need help drafting a civil lawsuit or negotiating a settlement with the defendant’s insurance provider.

A civil claim might be your best option if you think a court trial will yield a larger award than a settlement. In California, burn injury law is a specialty of the attorneys at Arash Law. Give us a call at (888) 488-1391, or send us an email to schedule a free consultation.