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 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 9, 2024 | Burn Injury, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
A recent recycling center fire at a major facility in Dallas has drawn attention to the inherent dangers associated with such operations. The blaze, which erupted on a Saturday morning, sent thick plumes of black smoke into the sky, visible for miles around. While...
Jun 7, 2024 | Burn Injury, Catastrophic Injury, Explosion, Natural Gas Explosions, Refinery Explosions, Workplace Explosion
Burn injuries from workplace explosions are among the most severe and traumatic types of injuries that can occur on the job. These injuries not only cause immense physical pain but also have profound psychological and economic impacts on the victims and their...
May 29, 2024 | Burn Injury, Defective Product, Product Liability, Product Recall
In a move to ensure consumer safety, Electrolux and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) have reannounced a recall of several models of its stoves due to safety hazards. This is a massive recall that affects hundreds of thousands of units across the United...
May 1, 2024 | Burn Injury, Maritime Injury, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Accident, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries
Welding is a critical process in various industries, from construction to manufacturing. While it is essential for joining materials, creating structures, and repairing equipment, it also comes with inherent risks. Welding work demands skill, precision, and caution....
