East Orange, NJ – Albert Prince Loses Life in Fire on Hawthorne Ave

East Orange, NJ (April 11, 2022) – A fire incident reported in East Orange claimed one man’s life. At around 2:15 a.m., on April 11, emergency crews were dispatched to the scene of a fire incident on Hawthorne Avenue.

Reports from authorities show that a fire broke out in a home located on Hawthorne Avenue during the early morning hours. The fire caused moderate damage to the three-story single-family home.

Firefighters battled the blaze till nearly 4 a.m. before declaring the incident under control. A second alarm was run during the process, requesting further assistance.

Authorities confirmed that one person inside the home was fatally injured. The victim was identified as 76-year-old Albert Prince.

At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Albert Prince. Our thoughts are with them at this time. Learning that a loved one lost their life in an accident is truly devastating. Knowing that they lost their life under circumstances that could have been avoided just makes the loss even more unbearable.

Our East Orange wrongful death attorneys at Metro Law are available 24-hours a day to help bereaved families by answering questions they may have about legal options available to them after enduring the sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one. Call (800) 469-6476 at your earliest convenience to schedule a free case evaluation with our wrongful death attorneys in New Jersey.

Fatal Fire Accidents in New Jersey

Being involved in a fire incident can have a detrimental impact on a person’s life. Losing your home, belongings, and livelihood instantly can leave victims feeling overwhelmed and defeated. Although we can take various steps to prevent fires from happening, there is no method that is 100 effective for every circumstance. While some fires are the result of negligence, there are numerous cases where victims suffer debilitating injuries as a result of defective appliances and faulty wiring.

Regrettably, we continue to see fires around our state at an alarming rate. Not only do many victims lose their homes and belongings, but many of them are also left with debilitating injuries. In fact, fire incidents claim the lives of numerous individuals across New Jersey each year. These incidents are often devastating. Not only do they result in endless loss of property, but they sadly claim far too many lives each year. In many cases, fires are caused by negligence, defective appliances, or faulty wiring. When victims lose their lives in fires, it is crucial that their families reach out to a wrongful death attorney in New Jersey as soon as possible.

East Orange Wrongful Death Lawyers

Working with a knowledgeable, aggressive, and effective legal team is a family’s best bet for recovering after losing a loved one in a fire incident. Metro Law’s burn injury attorneys in East Orange have over four decades of experience fighting to protect the legal rights of families who have lost loved ones in tragic fires.

Our aggressive attorneys work diligently to ensure families are fully and fairly compensated for pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and more. Contact our personal injury attorneys in New Jersey at (800) 469-6476 to see how we can help you. Schedule a free case evaluation at your earliest with our team at Metro Law at your earliest convenience to see how our team of knowledgeable and reputable attorneys in New Jersey can help you recover.

Notes: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified. If you have identified any false information in the story or would like the post to be removed, please inform us immediately, and we will correct the information or remove the post. 

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Metro Law strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident. The photos depicted in this post are not from the actual accident scene.