Approximately 75% of American households own propane gas grills. According to the National Fire Protection Association, accidents involving propane grills result in nearly 17,000 emergency room visits for burn injuries each year. These incidents also cause approximately 10 fatalities every year, some of which are linked to faulty or defective gas grills. Many of these accidents involve preventable causes, like leaking propane lines, faulty propane tanks, defective parts, or improper setup.

If you were injured or a loved one was killed in a gas grill explosion, the personal injury attorneys at Robenalt Law can evaluate your situation, explain your rights and legal options, and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Causes of Grill Explosions and Fires

Anytime fuel and fire are present, there is a risk of explosions and severe burn injuries. Outdoor grilling is no exception.

Gas Leaks

Most gas grill explosions are caused by gas leaks. A cracked hose, loose connection, or malfunctioning valve can cause propane to build up, which can explode when the gas is ignited.

Improper Use or Storage of the Grill

Placing a grill too close to a building or overhang, using it indoors, or improperly storing propane tanks increases the risk of fire and explosion.

Defective Grill Components

Some gas grill explosions and fires are caused by defective or malfunctioning parts, like regulators that fail to control the gas supply or ignitors that spark too early.

Who Can Be Legally Responsible for a Gas Grill Explosion?

Determining who is at fault for a gas grill explosion is not always straightforward. Depending on the circumstances, different parties could be responsible.

Grill Manufacturers

When a design defect, manufacturing defect, faulty part, or lack of proper safety warnings causes a gas grill explosion, the manufacturer may be liable under Ohio product liability laws.

Retailers

The store that assembled and sold the grill might be responsible for improperly assembling the grill or selling a grill with a recalled or obviously defective part. Sometimes, reselling a used or damaged grill without a proper safety evaluation can lead to seller liability.

Property Owners or Hosts

If the gas grill explosion or fire occurred at someone’s home or a private event, the property owner or host may be liable under Ohio premises liability laws, especially if they knew the grill was damaged, poorly maintained, or used in an unsafe manner.

Service Providers

A service technician or propane delivery company could be liable if they serviced the grill incorrectly or improperly installed equipment and failed to follow proper safety protocols.

What To Do After a Gas Grill Explosion

A gas grill explosion can cause severe burn injuries. If someone was injured in a gas grill explosion, seek medical attention immediately.

When it is safe to do so, take photographs of the grill, the tank, burn patterns, and the surrounding area. Do not remove or throw away any parts. If the explosion was caused by a defective product or faulty service, preserving the original equipment will be critical in any investigation.

How Robenalt Law Can Help

When a gas grill explosion causes severe injuries, the personal injury attorneys at Robenalt Law can help by:

• Determining the cause of the fire
• Identifying the responsible parties and building a case to hold them accountable for the harm they caused
• Fighting for the compensation you and your family deserve

Contact Robenalt Law Today

Robenalt Law has offices in Cleveland and Columbus, and handles personal injury claims throughout Ohio and nationwide.

Call our Cleveland office at (216) 223-7535 or our Columbus office at (614) 695-3800 or contact us online to schedule a free, confidential, no-obligation appointment to discuss your situation and how we can help.