Electrical Fires
New Jersey Electrical Fire Lawyer
Electrical malfunctions are a leading cause of fires in New Jersey every year. Problems with electrical wiring throughout a structure or faulty wiring within a defective product account for numerous fires every year in New Jersey.
Some of the common causes of electrical fires include:
- Faulty wiring
- Improperly installed appliances
- Defective products
- Damage to electrical wires during renovations
- Circuit breaker failures
In order to help prevent electrical fires from occurring in your home or business there are some warning signs that you can look for:
- Lights changing in brightness or repeated failure
- Circuit breakers or light switches feel hot
- Circuit breakers or fuses that trip even when not overloaded
- Visible sparking or sounds coming from your breaker panel
- Damaged or rusted circuit breakers and panels
- Overloaded outlets caused by extension cords and plug expanders
- No GFCI protection within 6’ of a water source
If you see any of these issues you should contact a licensed electrician immediately to ensure the electrical integrity of the structure.
We represent homeowners, business owners, renters, and others who have sustained serious burn injuries as a result of an electrical fire. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury from an electrical fire caused by the negligence of a third-party, then you may have legal recourse against the person or entity responsible. Contact a New Jersey Electrical Fire Injury Attorney today. Mr. Mendelsohn will review your injury claim for free, and represent you on a contingent fee basis, which means you don’t have to pay any attorney fees unless you recover on your claim. We’ll fight to ensure that you and your family are fully compensated.