Fireworks are a big part of summer in Texas. From backyard shows on July 4th to neighborhood celebrations around Labor Day, explosions light up the sky all over Brazoria County. But when things go wrong, they go wrong fast. A firework tips over. A fuse burns too quickly. A spark lands on someone’s shirt. In a second, someone is burned, blinded, or worse.
We’ve seen kids lose fingers. We’ve seen adults suffer third-degree burns to their hands, faces, and chests. We’ve seen fireworks shoot into crowds because someone didn’t secure the launcher—or because the firework itself was defective. These accidents are terrifying, and they often lead to emergency surgery, skin grafts, or permanent scarring.
Injuries happen at private parties, parking lot gatherings, and even at organized events. Sometimes the person lighting the fireworks didn’t follow the instructions. Other times, they gave them to a child. And in many cases, the fireworks were faulty to begin with—improperly made or mislabeled, with hidden dangers no one could see until it was too late.
Texas law is clear: people who use fireworks have a duty to do so safely. That includes knowing local laws, keeping a safe distance from crowds and homes, and making sure fireworks are legal and reliable. When someone ignores those responsibilities, and someone gets hurt, they can be held responsible. The same is true for companies that manufacture or sell defective fireworks.
Some cases may even involve city-run events where the show wasn’t set up properly. When a public entity fails to follow safety procedures or uses unsafe products, they may also be liable for injuries to spectators or workers.
Victims of fireworks-related injuries may face long hospital stays, chronic pain, and deep emotional trauma—especially if they are disfigured or disabled. A personal injury claim can help cover medical bills, surgery, lost wages, pain, and suffering. For children, it may also include future costs like therapy, rehab, or prosthetics.
These cases can be complex. The person or company at fault may deny responsibility. They may blame the victim or claim it was just an accident. That’s why it’s important to speak with a legal team that knows how to investigate what really happened and who should be held accountable.
At Hildebrand & Wilson, LLC, we help injured people and grieving families throughout Brazoria County. We dig deep into the details, work with experts, and fight to make sure those responsible face the consequences. Fireworks should never end in tragedy. When they do, we’re here to help make it right.
If you or someone you love was hurt by fireworks—during a holiday celebration, at an event, or by a defective product—get in touch with us.
Call (281) 557-6406 or contact us online for a free consultation. We’ll explain your rights and help you take the next step toward recovery.