Chicago, IL – Several Hospitalized After Apt Complex Fire on Edgewater Rd

Chicago, IL (October 14, 2022) – Investigators are still working to determine the exact origin and cause of a two-alarm fire that started on the top floor of a 44-unit apartment building at 8011 Edgewater Road just before midnight on October 13 and resulted in a complete evacuation of the tenants, as well as a handful of injuries.

Fire gutted two top-floor units of the U-shaped building’s west wing, according to North Riverside Fire Chief Bob McDermott, as well as the top-floor landing of a stairwell serving units in that part of the building. Fire also damaged another apartment on the opposite side of the landing.

While the fire was contained to a relatively small portion of the 1920s-era courtyard building, McDermott said heavy smoke traveled throughout the structure, forcing the emergency evacuation of the entire apartment complex.

A handful of residents overcome by smoke were taken to hospitals, said McDermott, but he did not have an exact count.

Officials are still unclear on the exact number of people displaced and injured by the fire. As of noon on Oct. 14, village officials were still trying to obtain a tenant list from the building’s management company.

An investigation is currently underway and active at the moment.

We wish a speedy recovery to all injured victims.

Apartment Fires in Chicagoland

Despite the fact that apartment and other residential fires are uncommon, they account for around 12% of all fire deaths and almost 22% of all fire injuries. Furthermore, almost 29% of all recorded fires occurred in residences in the previous five years.

Fire departments in the United States react to an estimated 344,000 additional residential fires per year, resulting in an estimated 2,400 deaths, 12,000 injuries, and about $8 billion in property damage.

Those who have lost everything in a house fire may feel helpless in the face of mounting emotional anguish and mounting financial demands. When seeking compensation from insurance companies, wounded people and their families may face an uphill struggle that causes much anguish.

Regardless, you may still have legal choices during this difficult time. If you or a loved one was hurt in a fire caused by someone else’s carelessness, you should contact a Chicago personal injury lawyer right once.

In Illinois, aggrieved parties may sue for monetary damages in a negligence action. When a death occurs as a consequence of carelessness or purposeful misconduct, wrongful death claims may be made. All dependents and family members are entitled to monetary compensation if a case is successful.

Anyone who was hurt or lost a family member in an avoidable fire should contact an attorney as soon as the fire has been extinguished.

If you or a loved one has suffered as a consequence of a preventable fire, D&W Law Group will go to any length, including filing a lawsuit, to ensure that you get the full and proper monetary compensation you are entitled to.

We believe that no bereaved family should confront this situation alone. We will guarantee that your claim is handled fast and properly if you use our services.

D&W Law Group is committed to aiding people in the Chicagoland area who have been hurt as a result of the carelessness or wrongdoing of others. Because the financial line of a corporation comes first, insurers often aim to limit losses. Following a sad occurrence, we will do all in our power to ensure that you get adequate medical treatment as well as monetary recompense. Our legal team has extensive experience serving Chicago residents in a variety of scenarios.

Please contact 312-888-8888 for a free consultation tailored to your individual circumstance. Our Chicago personal injury accident attorneys will investigate your legal options and get back to you as soon as possible.

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