Mar 24, 2025 | Burn Injury, Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
On March 20, an industrial acid leak at the Celanese Plant in Narrows, Virginia, led to the release of acetic acid vapor, injuring six workers. The incident occurred in the Cellulose Acetate Unit and prompted an emergency response from local authorities. While the...
Mar 3, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Gas Leak Injuries, Gas Main Incidents, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Workplace Safety
A gas main break can cause widespread panic, property damage, and serious health risks for those in the affected area. On the morning of February 27, a gas main rupture in the Logan section of North Philadelphia forced thousands of residents, students, and workers to...
Jan 5, 2025 | Personal Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Equipment malfunctions in industrial settings can have devastating consequences, as illustrated by a recent incident at PPG Industries in Springdale, Pennsylvania. Emergency crews responded to a reported explosion at the plant on Colfax Street around 12:50 p.m. on...
Dec 13, 2024 | Catastrophic Injury, Manufacturing Injuries, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Amputation injuries are among the most devastating workplace accidents, often leaving employees with permanent disabilities and a lifetime of challenges. When employers fail to prioritize workplace safety, particularly around heavy machinery, the consequences can be...
Oct 29, 2024 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Manufacturing Injuries, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Numerous media sources are reporting on an investigation into DuPont’s chemical plant near New Orleans. An Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) investigation reveals hazardous benzene emissions at the facility. The reports are highlighting the potential dangers...
Oct 25, 2024 | Manufacturing Injuries, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Ethanol production has become an essential industry in the U.S., where millions of tons of grain, primarily corn, are processed to create biofuel. While ethanol plants contribute significantly to renewable energy, these facilities also expose workers to numerous...
