Driver in Car Fire After an Oil Change On September 28, 2021, our client a 64-year-old male had his oil changed at a local auto repair shop. After picking up his vehicle fallowing the oil change and while driving home, he noticed smoke and flames coming out of the engine area. He quickly pulled to the side while the car started to be engulfed in flames. He had to rapidly pull the car over and climb out of the driver’s side. In the process, he injured his left knee and left shoulder. He also suffered some smoke inhalation.  Following an ambulance ride to the emergency room, where he was checked out and reported knee pain from exiting the vehicle, he followed up with pain management and an orthopedic doctor regarding his shoulder and knee. Our client also underwent a few months of physical therapy. The personal injury attorneys at Gainsberg Injury and Accident Lawyers were able to show how the repair shop negligently caused a leak that led to the fire and our client’s injuries. We were able to hold the business responsible that caused the fire. After our client completed his medical treatment, the attorneys at Gainsberg Injury and Accident Lawyers negotiated a fair and equitable settlement for our client.