Charlotte, MI - Three Hurt Including Two Firefighters in Fire at Linn Products

Charlotte, MI (February 17, 2022) - A fire broke out at approximately 10:00 a.m. at Linn Products in Charlotte. Three people, including two firefighters, were hurt in the blaze. 

One firefighter was transported to an area hospital for an injury to his finger while another was treated on-site for exhaustion. An employee of Linn Products was transported to an area hospital for symptoms obtained after attempting to fight the fire before officials arrived. 

Linn Products is located in the 1200 block of Lipsey Drive. Firefighters with the Charlotte Fire Department stated that when they arrived, they saw heavy black smoke billowing out of the south side of the building. Employees stated that everyone was able to exit the building and that a fire was burning inside of a large tank. 

Crews who entered the building upon arrival battled the intense heat and heavy smoke, according to information provided by CFD. More firefighters were then requested at the scene. Units responded from Charlotte, Delta Township, Benton Township, Bellevue Township, Vermontville, Eaton Rapids City, and Eaton Area EMS. 

The fire was able to be controlled within about an hour, according to reports. The cause of the blaze is still under police investigation at this time. Total damages are expected to be very high. 

We hope for the full recovery of everyone injured in this fire in Charlotte. 

Structure Fires in Michigan

Fire departments across the country respond to hundreds of thousands of structure fires every year. On average, approximately 354,000 structure fires are reported annually. No matter where a fire begins, it can prove to be extremely dangerous for everyone involved. Those who are injured in major fires usually suffer from burns of varying degrees and smoke inhalation. An average of more than 2,600 people are killed each year in structure fires. Additionally, about 11,220 people are injured each year. 

The consequences of a serious accident for you or a loved one can be overwhelming, and recovering compensation for those who are unfamiliar with the law can be difficult. Many victims are unsure of what they should do next to protect their legal rights, which can make filing a personal injury claim difficult. An experienced personal injury lawyer in Charlotte can help injured victims and their families recover lost compensation, which is often the best way to maximize your recovery after an accident.

Personal Injury Attorneys in Charlotte

Insurance adjusters, landlords, and property managers often try to minimize payouts to families who suffer due to structure fires. For this reason, it is important to enlist the help of a personal injury attorney in Michigan. A lawyer will be able to help you figure out how you can collect the maximum amount of financial compensation for your injuries and losses. 

Over the years, Michigan Legal Center’s team of knowledgeable and compassionate Charlotte personal injury attorneys have helped thousands of clients get the compensation and justice they are entitled to for their legal claims. Our team has fought aggressively to ensure their client’s legal rights are defended after being injured in an accident.

After a serious personal injury incident, victims are often hospitalized for weeks or even months in order to receive the medical care they need. The physical, financial, and mental consequences of violent accidents are always cumulative.  

When people are injured or killed in house fires or auto accidents that happen due to the negligence of others, it is in their best interest to speak with a personal injury lawyer in Charlotte as soon as possible.

Our team works tirelessly to help victims hold the person at fault responsible and collect the maximum compensation for medical treatment, lost wages, and multiple other losses resulting from their accidents. 

If you were injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, contact our lawyers in Michigan at (248) 886-8650 to see how we can help you.

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