Vol. 2 · July 2026 · Midwest United States
Midwest Fire Investigation
Scientific Fire Cause and Origin Analysis for the Midwest
Insurance Claims

Fire Insurance Claims in the Midwest: When Your Claim Gets Disputed

Understand why fire insurance claims get disputed in the Midwest and what policyholders should know about the investigation and resolution process.

By James Whitfield ·
Fire Safety

Fire Sprinkler Systems: Types, Pros, and Cons

An overview of the four main types of fire sprinkler systems — pre-action, dry pipe, wet pipe, and deluge — and the advantages and disadvantages of each for commercial buildings.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Staff ·
Arson Investigation

Arson Investigation: How Investigators Distinguish Accidental from Intentional Fires

Learn how fire investigators distinguish between accidental and intentional fires using scientific methods, burn pattern analysis, and evidence collection.

By James Whitfield ·
Fire Investigation

Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire: March 25, 1911

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911 killed 146 workers in New York City and became a turning point for fire safety legislation and worker protection laws in the United States.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Staff ·
Fire Investigation

What Attorneys Need to Know About Fire Investigation Reports

A guide for attorneys on understanding fire investigation reports, evaluating expert opinions, and using fire evidence in Nebraska and Iowa litigation.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Hub Staff ·
Fire Investigation

The Role of NFPA 921 in Fire Investigations

Understand the role of NFPA 921 in fire investigations and why it matters for origin and cause determination in Nebraska, Iowa, and the Midwest.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Hub Staff ·
Fire Investigation

How Fire Investigators Determine Origin and Cause

Learn how fire investigators determine the origin and cause of a fire using scientific methods, evidence analysis, and NFPA standards in Nebraska and Iowa.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Hub Staff ·
Fire Investigation

Hiring a Fire Investigation Expert: What to Look For

Key factors to consider when hiring a fire investigation expert in Nebraska, Iowa, or the Midwest for insurance claims, litigation, or origin and cause work.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Hub Staff ·
Fire Investigation

Electrical Fires: Common Causes and Investigation Methods

Explore the common causes of electrical fires and the investigation methods used to identify them in Nebraska, Iowa, and the greater Midwest region.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Hub Staff ·