Fire is inherently dangerous—but when a bonfire isn’t managed properly, what starts as an innocent gathering can turn into a catastrophic injury event. Burn injuries are painful, traumatic, and often leave permanent damage. If you or someone you know has been burned at a bonfire party, it’s crucial to understand your legal rights.
How Bonfire Burns Occur
Some common causes of bonfire-related burns include:
- Use of gasoline or lighter fluid to ignite or reignite flames
- Bonfires built too close to seating or walkways
- Children allowed too close without adult supervision
- Guests stumbling into the fire while intoxicated
- Lack of protective barriers around the fire
- Defective fire pits or gas-fueled devices malfunctioning
Legal Responsibility for Burn Injuries
In Florida, individuals or entities can be held legally responsible if their actions—or failure to act—contributed to your injury. This includes:
- Homeowners or hosts who failed to provide a safe environment
- Party organizers or sponsors of community events
- Vendors or manufacturers of faulty fire pits, lighting, or equipment
Proving Negligence
To bring a successful burn injury claim, the injured party must prove:
- The defendant owed a duty of care
- The defendant breached that duty
- The breach directly caused the injury
- The injury resulted in measurable damages
What to Do After a Burn Injury
Your health comes first. After seeking medical care, take these steps:
- Photograph the scene of the accident and any visible hazards
- Obtain witness statements, if possible
- Document your injuries and treatment with dates and receipts
- Report the incident to the host, venue, or event organizer
- Call a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible to evaluate your case
How Darfoor Law Can Assist
Our firm works closely with medical experts, safety consultants, and witnesses to establish clear liability. Burn injuries often require extensive treatment, and we fight for the full compensation you deserve—including plastic surgery, therapy, and long-term care. Your healing should come first—we’ll handle the legal side.
