Gainesville, GA – Boat Fire Leads to Injuries on Lake Lanier
Gainesville, GA (July 5, 2021) – At 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 3, a boat fire took place on a lake in Gainesville that led to injuries.
According to officials, the accident happened around the area of Big Creek Park at Lake Lanier. A boat caught on fire for reasons that are not yet known. Four people were on the boat at the time, identified as two adults and two juveniles. The four people were able to jump from the vessel until fire crews got the fire under control.
Paramedics and numerous other local responders were immediately dispatched to the scene. Two adults suffered from serious burn injuries and were taken to Grady Memorial Hospital for treatment of these injuries.
The area was blocked for some time as police investigated the scene.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Fires in Georgia
Fires do not happen as commonly as other types of incidents in Georgia but, when they do occur, they are capable of causing some of the most immense harm to victims. These incidents happen in both commercial and residential areas, with many fires leading to extensive harm. Some people are seriously injured in these incidents and others are killed as a result. Every year, hundreds of lives are lost and thousands of victims are injured due to these serious accidents. Some of the most severe injuries that occur due to fires include smoke inhalation injuries and burn injuries. These injuries can turn your life upside-down, which is why you should seek the immediate help of an attorney in your time of need.
It is never easy to face injuries caused by a fire but this is the reality that many victims are faced with every single year. Many victims of these incidents have a variety of questions that they might not be able to answer on their own. For instance, what types of evidence will you need to prove that another party is at fault for your accident? What deadlines will you need to meet to be successful with your claim? Will your case be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer with the help of a Georgia personal injury attorney. See our proven track record of success representing those injured in fires at www.attorneykennugent.com.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys are here for you after you have suffered from injuries in a fire that was caused by another party. We believe that you have every right to hold a party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. We are here for you every step of the way as you navigate the legal system for the first time. Our attorneys will make sure that you receive the compensation you deserve for a wide array of aspects. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you at this time.
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