Williamson County, TN (September 2, 2023) – A fatal explosion reported in Williamson County claimed one person’s life.
Just before 2:40 a.m. on September 1, the Arrington Fire Department responded to the scene of a major explosion that took place on Wilson Pike.
Reports from the fire department show that a home located in the 5000 block of the roadway exploded for unknown reasons. Authorities arrived at the scene, located the home fully involved, and began battling the blaze.
Firefighters entered the structure and began to search for individuals inside.
One person was fatally injured. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
The cause of the explosion is currently being investigated.
Our sympathies go out to the family of the woman who died in this explosion.
Fatal Explosions in Tennessee
Fatal explosions are the cause of countless deaths every year in the United States. The unfortunate truth is that we see many innocent people die as a result of explosions that are completely preventable. Leading factors in these explosions include:
- Gas Leaks: Leaking natural gas can cause an explosion.
- Faulty Appliances: Malfunctioning gas appliances like stoves or water heaters can leak gas and trigger devastating explosions.
- Improper Construction: Poorly constructed or maintained homes may have structural weaknesses that increase the risk of explosions.
After losing a loved one due to a fatal explosion, you have the ability to seek compensation for your damages. It is crucial to seek guidance from a knowledgeable house explosion lawyer as soon as possible. You may be able to recover compensation for a variety of damages, including:
- Loss of Future Earnings
- Loss of Companionship
- Medical Expenses
- Funeral and Burial Expenses
- Emotional Distress
- Property Damage
- Pain and Suffering
To ensure your family has the best chance of protecting your legal rights and getting justice, you need to seek help from a dedicated legal advocate right away. Your attorney will want to get started on building the case as soon as possible against the defendant. Given how complex explosion cases can be, it is crucial to act quickly to ensure that there is no loss of evidence or information.
At Burg Simpson, our team of experienced lawyers is passionate about helping those affected by explosion incidents to seek justice. Our attorneys are well versed in handling complex explosion cases and will do everything in our power to ensure that you have the best chance of obtaining a successful outcome for your case. We have helped our clients recover more than $2 billion for their legal claims. We will do everything we can to help you maximize the amount of compensation you are able to recover. If you have lost a loved one as a result of an explosion incident, please reach out to our national explosion law firm today at 888-895-2080 so that we may begin working toward achieving justice for your family.