Fireworks Injuries and Burns – July 4 Fireworks Safety First

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Were you or your child injured by fireworks? Chances are you’re not alone. Did you know that 8,600 people were injured in 2010 by legal and illegal Fireworks?

If you or someone you love have been a victim of injuries from fireworks, you know that your life can change in the blink of an eye. What started out as a day for celebration turned into one filled with fear and injury. Maybe you had to deal with burns or scars. You may have even had an accident with fireworks that caused a house
fire.

Here are a few tips to keep you and your loved ones safe this July 4 holiday weekend:

Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buying or using them.
Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.
Adults should always supervise fireworks activities.
Do not buy fireworks that come in brown paper packaging, because these types of fireworks are often made for professional use and could pose a serious risk to consumers.
More children under five are injured by sparklers than by any other type of fireworks. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees – hot enough to melt some metals.
Never have any portion of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse.
Move back a safe distance immediately after lighting.
Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not fully functioned.
Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other accident.

Fireworks Accident? Burn Injuries From Fireworks or Sparklers? Contact Us Now

If you or someone you love were injured by fireworks, contact us today for a free legal evaluation. There’s absolutely no cost, and there’s no obligation. We’ll tell you if we think you have a case.

Call 1-866-943-3427 or fill out our simple form online for your fireworks injury claim. And remember, there’s never a fee unless we get money for you – so you have nothing to lose.