E-cigarettes and vape pens have become increasingly popular over the last decade, marketed as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes. However, thousands of users have suffered serious injuries from e-cigarette explosions caused by defective batteries and devices. At Hillstone Law, we help victims of vape-related accidents recover compensation for their injuries, medical bills, and long-term damages.
Why Do E-Cigarettes Explode?
Most explosions occur because of lithium-ion battery malfunctions, which can overheat and combust under certain conditions. Explosions often happen when:
- Batteries are poorly designed or manufactured
- Chargers are incompatible or defective
- Devices overheat in a pocket, purse, or car
- Batteries are damaged or improperly handled
- Safety standards are ignored by manufacturers
The U.S. Fire Administration reported that e-cigarette explosions are most likely to occur during charging, but many have also exploded while in use or even when stored in a pocket. Learn more here: U.S. Fire Administration Report on E-Cigarette Explosions
Common Injuries from Vape Explosions
E-cigarette explosions can cause severe, life-altering injuries, including:
- Burn injuries (first, second, or third degree)
- Facial and dental injuries from explosions in the mouth
- Lacerations and shrapnel wounds from battery casing fragments
- Eye injuries leading to vision loss
- Hand injuries including fractures or amputations
- Permanent disfigurement and scarring
Many victims require surgery, skin grafts, or long-term rehabilitation.
Who May Be Liable in an E-Cigarette Explosion Case?
Victims of e-cigarette explosions may be able to hold multiple parties accountable, including:
- Manufacturers of defective batteries or devices
- Distributors and retailers who sold unsafe products
- Importers of low-quality, unregulated devices
- Battery suppliers who failed to follow safety standards
In many cases, these injuries fall under product liability law, which holds companies responsible for releasing unsafe products into the market.
What to Do After an E-Cigarette Explosion
- Seek immediate medical treatment for burns or trauma.
- Preserve the exploded device, battery, and charger as evidence.
- Take photos of your injuries and damaged property.
- Keep receipts, packaging, and purchase records.
- Contact an experienced e-cigarette accident attorney to review your case.
How Hillstone Law Can Help
At Hillstone Law, we fight for victims of defective products, including those injured in vape and e-cigarette explosions. Our team will:
- Investigate the cause of the explosion
- Work with product safety experts to establish liability
- Pursue maximum compensation for:
- Medical expenses and surgeries
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent disfigurement or disability
If you or a loved one suffered injuries from an e-cigarette explosion accident in California, you deserve justice.
