Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers represents those who have been injured by fires started by defective space heaters. Call us today for a free consultation if:
- You or a loved one was injured or killed by a fire
- You believe the fire may have been started by a defective space heater
We represent victims of fires started by space heaters such as electric space heaters and portable electric heaters on a contingency fee basis. This means that we file lawsuits on behalf of our clients against space heater manufacturers without charging our clients any fee until and unless we recover compensation for them. Our only fee when handling cases involving space heater injuries is a percentage of any money recovered for the client – no upfront fees or out-of-pocket fees are charged.
If you can’t afford to have the injuries you suffered in a space heater accident treated, we may be able to help you get to doctors who will treat your injuries on a lien, meaning you won’t be charged for treatment until your case is over. Doctors give our clients this deal because doctors know that we have a long-established reputation for success.
We have been representing injury victims and victims of defective products since 1990 and have recovered over $750 million for our clients. Our vast experience in helping those injured by defective products will allow us to recover the most compensation possible for your injuries.
Call us today for a free consultation, text us from this page or fill out this page’s free case evaluation form if you or a loved one was injured or killed by a fire which was started by a defective space heater. We can help you recover financial compensation for medical bills, lost wages, wrongful death, pain, suffering and more.
What Nadrich Accident Injury Lawyers in California Can Do for You
It can be overwhelming to navigate the aftermath of a space heater fire. You could feel overwhelmed, afraid, and not sure about what you should do next. This is why our lawyers offer support and legal expertise to victims of burn injuries and other injuries.
If you or a loved one has been hurt by a space heater fire, we can assist in recovering financial compensation which you deserve. We can support you by providing:
- Expert case evaluation: Our lawyers thoroughly investigate your incident. We will evaluate medical records, evaluate the defective space heater, and evaluate all other documents which are relevant in order to determine the absolute best path forward.
- Support and guidance: It can be very daunting to navigate the legal process. We will provide you with support and guidance every step of the way, making sure you are updated and informed through the whole process.
- Resources: We leverage a large amount of resources. We can access expert witnesses in order to build a strong case for you. We will utilize all of our vast resources to make your claim as strong as it can be.
- Personalized attention: Each case is different, as is the approach we take. We give our clients attention which is personalized. We tailor the strategies we employ to meet our clients’ specific objectives and needs.
Compensation Our Space Heater Fire Lawyers Can Help You Recover
If you or a loved one has been injured in a fire caused by a space heater, we can file a product liability lawsuit on your behalf seeking financial compensation for:
Medical Bills
If you’ve been injured by a space heater fire, you’re probably already facing medical bills, and you might face more bills in the future if your injuries require future treatment. We can help you recover compensation for all past and future medical expenses related to the space heater fire.
Lost Wages
Your space heater fire injuries may have caused you to be hurt too badly to work for a period of time, and you may have had to take time off from work to get your injuries treated. We can help you recover any wages you were unable to earn due to the space heater fire.
Loss of Earning Capacity
The injuries you sustained in the space heater fire may have left you disabled, representing a reduction or loss of your earning capacity which we can help you recover compensation for.
Property Damage
If a defective space heater started a house fire, you have probably suffered property damage which we can help you recover financial compensation for.
Pain and Suffering
Burn injuries can be extremely physically painful and cause emotional distress as well. Our lawyers have spent over three decades accurately calculating the value of our clients’ pain and suffering and ensuring they’re justly compensated for that pain and suffering.
Disfigurement and Scarring
Disfigurement and scarring can have physical and emotional impacts on victims as well as impacts on victims’ professional and social lives. We can make sure you are fairly compensated for the full impact of disfigurement and scarring on your life.
Wrongful Death
If you have lost a loved one to a space heater fire, we can help you recover financial compensation which, while it won’t bring your loved one back, can help make sure your family doesn’t need to go through financial hardship due to losing your loved one. This can include compensation for things like your grieving and suffering and your loved one’s funeral and burial bills. This can also include compensation for things like your loved one’s medical bills, the loss of your loved one’s income, household services, love and companionship, and the pain and suffering your loved one went through prior to passing.
Common Defects of Space Heaters
Space heaters, like all products, may be defective for numerous reasons. Common reasons that personal heaters may be defective are:
- Inferior materials: If products are made of flammable materials or contain parts which can’t withstand high temperatures, it may lead to parts melting while the products are being used.
- Faulty design: Products have faulty designs if they have flaws in their designs which make it difficult to operate the products safely. As an example, a space heater may lack an on/off switch, making the only way to shut the product off unplugging it. This may lead to electrical wiring problems which could start fires or pose an electrical shock hazard.
- Lack of safety mechanisms: Products without automatic shutoff mechanisms or ways to warn users when overheating happens may injure people.
- Lack of appropriate gates and guards: Products without adequate valves which make sure chemicals and fumes don’t leak out can lead to a high risk of death or severe injury. An example is a case involving Mr. Heater propane heaters which was reported by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
- Lack of adequate instructions or warnings: Some space heaters might work as they are designed but aren’t safe because they lack proper instructions or warnings. If a user isn’t aware of the way the product works, and isn’t aware of the product’s hidden dangers, they might get injured.
Space heater defects can lead to fires whether you use the heaters only once in a blue moon or if you use them regularly as your primary home heating appliance. Call us today for a free consultation if a space heater defect led to a fire which injured or killed you or a loved one.
Recalled Space Heaters
Numerous recalls have been issued regarding defective space heaters, including but not limited to:
Govee Space Heater Recall
The CPSC, on November 7, 2024, issued a recall of Govee Smart Electric and GoveeLife space heaters because they pose a fire hazard. It was determined the devices may overheat, posing burn and fire hazards. It was determined the devices don’t comply with UL 1278, an industry safety standard, and pose a fire and overheating risk from their wireless control features.
The recall involved the following model numbers: H7135, H7134, H7133, H7132, H7131, and H7130 (including the variation H7130101).
There have been 113 overheating reports, seven fire reports and one minor burn injury report.
Atomi Space Heater Recall
On July 11, 2024, the CPSC recalled Atomi Smart Heaters, model numbers AT1635, AT1521, AT1482, AT1632, AT1520, AT1481 and AT1323. The heaters may turn on without input from the user, posing burn and fire hazards. One report was received about a heater turning on without input from the user.
Sienhua Group Space Heater Recall
On June 16, 2022, the CPSC recalled Sienhua Group Hunter and WarmWave Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heaters. The plugs and cords could overheat while being used, posing burn and fire hazards. There were eight reports of fires at the cord or plug and dozens of reports of cords or plugs overheating, along with one report of property damage.
Shop LC Space Heater Recall
On February 10, 2022, the CPSC recalled Shop LC personal electric space heaters, SKU numbers 3666115, 3666117, 3666118 and 3666119. The heaters may overheat, posing burn and fire hazards. Two incidents involving overheating were reported.
Vornado Space Heater Recall
On August 22, 2018, the CPSC recalled VH101 space heaters made by Vornado, known as “Personal Vortex” heaters. The reason for the recall was that the heaters could overheat, posing burn and fire hazards. 19 fire incidents were reported, including one where a 90-year-old man died in a fire.
On August 14, 2014, the CPSC recalled VH110 Whole Room Vortex heaters made by Vornado. The reason for the recall was that the heaters could overheat, causing units to melt, catch on fire and cause nearby items to ignite, posing burn and fire hazards. There were 29 reports of overheating, seven fire reports, one smoke inhalation report and one property damage report.
Sunbeam Space Heater Recalls
On May 29, 2014, the CPSC recalled Holmes Ceramic Heaters, model number HCH1823M. The reason for the recall was that the heaters may overheat, posing fire hazards. There were 132 reports of heaters overheating or unexpectedly no longer working, one smoke inhalation report and ten property damage reports.
On January 29, 2015, the CPSC recalled Holmes Oil-Filled Heaters, model number HOH3000B or HOH3000. The reason for the recall was that the heaters may spray heated oil, leading to a scald hazard. There were 40 reports of sprayed oil.
Lifesmart Space Heater Recall
On February 4, 2015, the CPSC recalled Lifesmart LifePro portable space heaters, model LS-IQH-DMICRO. These devices posed electric shock hazards because of screws which were too short, allowing the devices’ back plates to detach.
Dyson Space Heater Recall
On April 1, 2014, the CPSC recalled Dyson space heaters, model numbers AM04 and AM05. These heaters may develop electrical shorts and overheat, posing fire hazards. 82 short-circuits were reported, including four reports regarding melted or burned internal parts.
Harbor Freight Space Heater Recall
On July 21, 2021, the CPSC recalled Harbor Freight’s One Stop Gardens propane heaters, item numbers #63072 and #63073. Windy weather may direct flames to the units’ rears, melting the units’ safety shut off features, posing a risk that the devices won’t shut off if they are tipped over, posing a burn hazard. There were nine reports of this occurring, with three reports of burn injuries.
Mr. Heater Space Heater Recall
On March 31, 2005, the CPSC recalled Mr. Heater “Tough Buddy” and “Big Buddy” portable propane heaters because their valves could leak, posing fire hazards when ignition sources were present. 26 propane leaks were reported.
Injured by a Space Heater Fire? Call Us Today for a Free Consultation
If you have been injured by a space heater fire, you shouldn’t have to pay for it out of your own pocket. Civil law holds product manufacturers strictly liable for injuries caused by defective products. That means we can help you recover financial compensation and hold the manufacturer of the defective space heater accountable for your injuries.
We have been representing those hurt by defective products for over three decades and have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars on behalf of injury victims. Let us fight to recover justice and financial compensation for you or your loved one.
Call us today for a free case evaluation if you or a loved one was injured or killed by a fire started by a defective space heater. Remember: no fee will be charged until and unless we recover money on your behalf. Call us today.
