Chicago, IL (October 4, 2020) – A man was killed following a deadly apartment fire in the Lawndale area of Chicago on Saturday, October 3.
The site of the blaze was reportedly located at the 1600 block of S. Homan Avenue. Local officials responded to the scene of the fire at around 1:30 a.m. at a local residence. After the blaze was extinguished, a 64-year-old man was found in the basement.
The man was found dead by responding authorities. The cause of the fire has not been released at this time. Four others were displaced due to the fire.
No further updates on the crash have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the accident is underway.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Structure Fires in Chicago
Being involved in a structure fire can inflict serious or even fatal injuries. Each year, one and two-family home fires are involved in an estimated 57% of civilian fatalities across the country. The rate of house fire fatalities has increased in recent years, growing 1% from 2017 to 2018. On average, fire departments across the country respond to nearly 354,400 home structure fires each year. An estimated 2,620 civilians are killed in house fires each year, with thousands more suffering injuries.
The grief and devastation of losing a loved one due to another’s negligence are nearly unbearable. Surviving family members often take on damages resulting from the accident, and they may be able to recover lost compensation by pursuing a wrongful death claim with the help of an experienced Chicago personal injury attorney. In an Illinois wrongful death claim, a representative of the decedent’s estate — usually a close family member — seeks damages from those at fault for the person’s death to obtain compensation for damages.
At Kent M. Lucaccioni, Ltd., we understand the grief and pain that families experience when a family member is killed. While no amount of money can bring back a lost family member, an Illinois wrongful death lawsuit can help families address the financial difficulties associated with the accident. Our legal team is dedicated to making sure that each of our clients recovers the compensation they deserve after losing a loved one. Contact our offices today at 877-930-2551 to see what our Chicago wrongful death lawyers can do for you.
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