Sep 17, 2024 | Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Fire, Oil Refinery Injuries, Personal Injury
In recent weeks, the 2023 Marathon refinery fire in Garyville, Louisiana has garnered significant media attention. This attention is not only for the dramatic blaze that engulfed the facility for days on end, but also for its profound impact beyond the refinery’s...
Sep 16, 2024 | Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Pipeline Explosions
A devastating pipeline explosion in La Porte, Texas, this morning sent shockwaves through the local community, endangering nearby homes and forcing the closure of major roadways. The explosion, which occurred near Spencer Highway, continues to cause widespread concern...
Sep 13, 2024 | Explosion, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Personal Injury
Gas stations are a crucial part of everyday life, providing fuel for vehicles and convenience items for customers. However, they also pose a significant risk of explosions due to the volatile nature of the fuel being stored, handled, and dispensed. When a gas station...
Sep 9, 2024 | Burn Injury, Explosion, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents
A lightning strike is the probable cause of an oil tank battery fire in Kansas. The fire occurred in August, engulfing four tank batteries and sending plumes of dark smoke into the area. No injuries were reported, but the incident is serving as a reminder of the...
Aug 27, 2024 | Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Injuries, Pipeline Explosions, Refinery Explosions
Oil refineries are complex industrial facilities designed to convert crude oil into valuable products like gasoline, diesel, and other essential petrochemical products. Flaring is an integral part of these operations. It is a safety measure to prevent dangerous gases...
Aug 26, 2024 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, The Jones Act, Work Injury, Workplace Accident
There are approximately 650,000 Americans who work at sea, with even more employed in ports and marine terminals. Government data estimates that the marine sector supports around 2.3 million jobs, although only a small percentage involve working aboard vessels or...
