Aug 1, 2024 | Burn Injury, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, The Jones Act
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released a report on the maritime fire aboard the Staten Island ferry Sandy Ground in 2022, which caused $13 million in damages. The NTSB identified a design flaw and crew error as the main causes of the incident, which...
Jul 26, 2024 | Gas Leak Injuries, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Injuries, Pipeline Explosions
Accidents involving natural gas can have catastrophic consequences, leading to serious injuries, fatalities, and significant property damage. Atmos Energy is the largest natural gas-only distributor in the United States. Atmos services more than 3 million customers...
Jul 22, 2024 | Burn Injury, Explosion, Personal Injury, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Injuries
In a recent and alarming incident at the Green Plains Ethanol Plant in Iowa, two employees suffered burn injuries. This ethanol plant explosion highlights the inherent risks associated with working in industrial environments, particularly in ethanol production...
Jul 18, 2024 | Chemical Injury, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
In the wake of an unexpected chemical release, Orange County officials have issued a precautionary shelter-in-place order for several communities. This directive aims to protect residents from potential exposure to hazardous substances while emergency services work to...
Jul 15, 2024 | Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Pipeline Explosions, Refinery Explosions
The California State Fire Marshal’s Office has recently rejected a new risk analysis plan proposed by Sable Offshore for the reopening of a pipeline off the Santa Barbara County coastline. The agency asserts that the plan fails to meet the required higher safety...
