Two people injured in apartment fire in the Bronx

New York Fire Department investigates fire in Bronx that injured two people in apartment at Metropolitan Oval

BRONX, NEW YORK (May 23, 2024) – Two people were injured in an apartment building in the Bronx at the Metropolitan Oval, off Wood Road.

According to New York authorities, the collision occurred on Monday at around 12:30 a.m. A fire broke out on the seventh floor of the apartment building.

New York Fire Department officials were called to the scene to assist the victim. At least two people were injured and taken to the hospital.

The comprehensive investigation into the cause of the collision is currently still ongoing.

Liability for apartment fires in New York City

Home fires remain a leading cause of serious injury and death in the United States. According to the National Safety Council, “Fires in one- and two-family homes account for 59.1% of civilian deaths and 54.3% of injuries. Home fires account for 12.4% of deaths and 20.8% of injuries. For overall home fires, the rate of 7.5 deaths per 1,000 reported home fires in 2022 was 6% higher than the rate of 7.1 in 1980, but 5% lower than in 2021.” There are many common causes of home fires.

• Cooking accidents
• Heaters
• Electrical problems
• Defective devices

Depending on the facts of the case, the owner of an apartment building may be held liable for a fire. Property owners are required by law to keep their buildings in a reasonably safe condition, including complying with all New York City fire codes. Failure to keep a building in a reasonably safe condition may be the basis for a negligence claim. For example, a building may have lacked required smoke detectors or sprinkler systems. Victims of apartment fires typically suffer very serious injuries, including:

• Lung damage
• Burn juries
• Cardiac arrest
• Death

The vast majority of home fires are preventable. It is important to determine the cause of a fire. There may be negligence in the fire’s occurrence. For example, a fire may have been caused by faulty electrical wiring. There may also be negligence on the part of a building owner who fails to follow safety regulations. Any person injured in a home fire may be able to obtain some measure of justice through a civil lawsuit.

Legal assistance after apartment fires in New York City

We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, PC wish the injured in this Bronx apartment fire the best of luck. Anyone with more information about what happened should contact the NYFD. We hope that steps will be taken to make this building safer.

Were you or someone you care about injured in an apartment fire in the Bronx? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to answer any questions you may have. It is very important to us that occupants are aware of their rights and that those rights are protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of assistance, we are here for you. You can reach us anytime at (516) 908-9792.