89-Year-Old Veteran Injured in Fort Hamilton Apartment Fire on 91st Street
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK (October 5, 2025) – An 89-year-old man was injured in a Fort Hamilton apartment fire on 91st Street, according to the NYPD.
New York City officials are saying the collision took place around 3:30 AM on Saturday. Period. For reasons that remain under investigation, a fire started on the second floor of the apartment complex.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help the victim. He was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
A full investigation into the cause of the fire remains ongoing.
Liability for New York City Apartment Fires
Residential fires remain a leading cause of preventable injury and death across New York. According to the National Fire Protection Association, “In 2023, local fire departments responded to an estimated 1.39 million fires in the United States. These fires caused an estimated 3,670 civilian fire deaths and 13,350 reported civilian fire injuries. The property damage caused by these fires was estimated at $23 billion.” Many different factors could contribute to any apartment fire.
- Cooking accidents are one of the leading causes of apartment fires.
- Many fires are caused by defective lithium-ion batteries.
- Fires can also be started from electrical malfunctions with a building’s wiring.
Apartment owners have a legal obligation to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition. They must perform routine maintenance and inspections on all appliances. When an apartment owner has actual or constructive notice of a dangerous condition on their property, they must take action. If an apartment fails to protect against known dangers, this could form the basis of a product liability claim. Victims of residential fires may suffer serious injuries.
- Head injuries
- Lung damage
- Organ damage
- Burn Injuries
- Death
Apartment fires are often highly preventable. They tend to be the result of major safety lapses. It is important for accident victims to understand that they do have legal rights. They are able to seek some measure of justice through a personal injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering. A personal injury attorney can examine the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating New York City Apartment Fires
We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to the victim of this Fort Hamilton apartment fire. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Fort Hamilton apartment fire? You may have legal recourse. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they need to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
