Building fires: Lawsuit filed after fire in condominium complex Fire safety is of utmost importance to many Texas residents and others around the nation. Homeowners frequently install smoke alarms and have escape plans in place in the event of a fire. Owners of apartment or condominium complexes also often equip their units with sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems and alternate escape routes in the […]

Don’t let the excitement of the holidays set your house on fire Most people in Texas look forward to the winter holidays for months, anticipating the celebrations and exciting times with family and friends. However, you might not be aware of the unique fire hazards that the holiday festivities present. The U.S. Fire Administration says a significant number of house fires occur during the winter months. Regardless […]

Fires Caused by Home Appliances According to news reports, at around 10 p.m. on November 2, 2018, a two alarm building fire broke out in a townhouse in southwest Houston, killing one man and injuring his 36-year-old son.  Wyatt Law Firm (www.wyattlawfirm.com) expresses our condolences to the family and our hope that the son’s injuries are not life threatening. Building […]

Avoiding the tragedy of an apartment fire A homeowner can do many things to protect the home and its occupants. Installing smoke detectors, alarm systems and other safety devices is one step, and keeping the home and premises free from hazards is another. However, if you live in an apartment, you may not have as much control over your own safety. In […]

It’s important to take measures to prevent apartment fires Life in San Antonio often means living in an apartment or condominium building. Perhaps you have a prime location in or near the downtown area shops, restaurants and entertainment. Maybe one of the area’s newer high-rise buildings better suits your needs. Or you may live in a more modest accommodations in an outlying neighborhood. In […]

Building fires: Butler apartment complex blaze injures Millions of Texas residents live in apartment complexes across the state. Many of these facilities have multiple stories to accommodate a larger number of occupants. While the multi-level living arrangement doesn’t usually pose a problem, there could be difficulties in evacuating a facility like this when building fires occur. A recent fire at an apartment […]

Comprehending the Consequences arising from Building Fires Living in a house that is susceptible to building fires can be a hazardous option, to say the least. In such a building, succumbing to carbon monoxide inhalation is a more probable likelihood, let alone the scorching consequences of a building fire. Mainly aggravated by a defective sprinkler, it is abundantly clear that residence in […]

Leading Causes of Residential Building Fires With little or no warning, a fire can sweep through an apartment building, leaving people homeless and causing injuries or death. The sad thing is, many, if not all, apartment fires are preventable, if only residents and building owners take some simple preventative measures. What are the leading causes of apartment fires, and how can […]