If you were hurt in the Plantation, FL shopping center explosion, an injury lawyer from our firm can help you. You may be entitled to compensation for your damages, including your medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
If you, your loved ones, or your business was affected by the Plantation, FL shopping center explosion, a personal injury lawyer from the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine can help. You may qualify to recover compensation for these and other damages:
- Medical bills
- The cost of medical transportation
- Pain and suffering
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Loss of companionship
- Property damage
- Lost business income
- Other losses related to the business interruption
Let us take care of your property and injury claims. We deal with the insurance companies for you so you can focus on your business and your health. Call the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine now for help. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay us nothing unless and until you recover compensation.
About the Fountains Plaza Explosion
The apparent gas explosion originated at a vacant pizza restaurant within the Fountains Plaza in Plantation, FL, on July 6, 2019, at around 11:30 a.m. The explosion destroyed much of the building, sent debris into the air, and blew windows out of nearby shops including a nearby L.A. Fitness.
Initial reports indicate at least 20 people were injured, including two seriously. Several patients were taken to Broward Health Medical Center.
Witnesses stated they felt the explosion up to a mile and a half away. While many reports speculate that a gas leak caused the explosion, and authorities found ruptured gas lines in the rubble, early reports had not yet identified a cause of the blast.
Legal Options for Those Injured By the Plantation, FL Shopping Plaza Explosion
If you or a loved one suffered injuries in the explosion, a Plantation personal injury lawyer on our team can help. You may qualify to take legal action if you were in a nearby shop or restaurant, working out at the L.A. Fitness, or in the parking lot when you were injured.
You may be entitled to compensation to cover:
- Medical bills, including trauma care, surgical costs, medications, doctor’s visits, and more
- Lost wages (can include the time you needed to take off work for doctor’s appointments or recovery)
- Lost earning capacity if your injuries prevent you from working or leave you unable to work at the same job you had before
- Any other expenses related to your injuries
- Mental anguish and pain and suffering (an explosion and its related injuries are traumatic; you can recover compensation for your emotional and physical pain and suffering)
Let us identify all of your damages and prove their value. We will fight to get you the full value of your claim and not settle for less than you deserve.
How the Plantation, FL Shopping Plaza Explosion Affected Nearby Businesses
Authorities shut down all businesses and stores in the area as they made sure there was no further danger to the plaza and surrounding areas. In the aftermath of the explosion, authorities had shut down South University Drive between Peters Road and Federated Roadway and shut down Peters Road for roughly two blocks to the west of University Drive.
Even as authorities give the all-clear, local businesses may continue to experience interruption to their regular operations due to:
- Debris cleanup
- Repairs
- Rebuilding
- Inventory replacement
- Furniture and fixture replacement
While initial reports speculated that a gas leak caused the blast, and there were ruptured gas lines in the debris, authorities are still investigating the cause of the explosion.
Legal Options for Businesses Affected by the Plantation, FL Shopping Plaza Explosion
Businesses in the vicinity of the apparent gas explosion may qualify to file property claims to recover losses. Examples of covered losses may include:
- Broken windows and other structural damage
- Inventory losses
- Damage to furniture and fixtures
- Business interruption
- Loss of business income
If your business suffered losses such as these in the Plantation, FL shopping center explosion, a property claims lawyer from our firm can help you.
Let Us Handle Your Florida Explosion Case for You
The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine will help you take appropriate legal action if you or a loved one suffered injuries in the shopping center explosion. Here are some of the ways we can help:
Determine All Potential Liable Parties
Our team will determine all liable parties and hold them accountable for your injuries. While authorities are still investigating the cause of this explosion, liable parties for explosions related to gas leaks may include property owners, property managers, contractors, utility companies, and more.
Identify All Your Covered Losses
Let us evaluate your case to ensure you file claims for all your covered losses. Do not lose out on compensation because you failed to identify every one of your covered losses. Our team can review your policy and your losses to make sure you exercise all your rights.
Build a Robust Claim Against the Liable Parties
A lawsuit for injuries caused by an explosion must prove these four things:
- The defendant owed you or your loved one a duty of care.
- The defendant was negligent.
- This defendant’s negligence caused your injuries.
- You or your family sustained damages due to the explosion.
We will gather all the necessary evidence to prove each of these four points. We can secure evidence such as:
- Surveillance video
- Eyewitness testimony
- Expert testimony
- Official reports from authorities
Handle All Communication With Involved Parties
Do not speak with insurance companies or any party involved in the explosion, including property owners, managers, etc. Speak with us first. If somebody asks to speak with you or offers you a settlement, call us right away.
We can handle communication with all parties on your behalf. We will also review any settlement offers you receive. Our team can help you file and manage your claims, respond to insurer requests, gather supporting evidence of your losses, and ensure you comply with all rules and regulations governing personal injury or property claims.
In many cases, the settlement offer will be much less than you deserve. Our team will ensure it covers all your damages. If it does not, we will negotiate to get the compensation you deserve. Let us negotiate with the insurer until we reach a fair settlement that adequately covers all your losses – property damage, inventory loss, business interruption, lost business income, and more.
Get Help From a Plantation Shopping Center Explosion Injury Lawyer Today
You deserve compensation for all of your covered losses if you, a loved one, or your business were affected by the apparent gas explosion at the Fountains Plaza on July 6, 2019, in Plantation, FL. We know this experience was traumatic. Our team wants to help you and your family in any way we can. We will go the extra mile to take care of all your legal needs.
We Can Help.