Cigarette Fires

Cigarettes are generally regarded as a threat to one’s health because they are linked to various forms of cancer and other lung problems. Unfortunately, however, cigarettes do not only put smokers at risk. One of the leading causes for residential and roadside fires is the disposal of lit cigarettes.

If you or someone you know has suffered damages from a fire that was ignited by another party’s lit cigarette, he or she may be liable for your losses. Contact Cincinnati cigarette fire attorney Shawn M. Stepleton today to discuss your grounds for making a claim. Call 513-321-7733 and schedule your free initial consultation.

Properly Extinguishing Your Cigarette

Cigarette fires are altogether too common. If smokers simply learn to properly discard their cigarette butts when they are finished, they could be nonexistent. To avoid cigarette fires:

• Extinguish your cigarette completely when finished
• Never discard your cigarette when it is still lit
• Avoid placing your cigarette butt in trashcans or dry grass—the ember can reignite, causing a fire
• Do not throw your cigarette out the window of your vehicle

Although the tips above can help reduce the number of cigarette fires, accidents can still occur.

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If you have incurred losses because of another person’s negligent behavior, he or she may be liable for any damages caused. To learn more about how to receive compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, property damage, and lost wages, contact Cincinnati personal injury lawyer Shawn M. Stepleton today at 513-321-7733