Jun 10, 2024 | Chemical Injury, Formaldehyde Exposure, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Formaldehyde is a colorless, flammable gas with a strong odor, widely used in various industrial processes and household products. Despite its versatility, formaldehyde exposure poses significant risks to human health and the environment. Understanding that...
May 28, 2024 | Asphalt Plant Explosions, Chemical Plant Accident, Manufacturing Injuries, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Manufacturing environments, despite stringent safety protocols, can be inherently hazardous. Heavy machinery, toxic substances, and demanding physical tasks create a fertile ground for accidents. When these unfortunate incidents occur, victims are often left grappling...
Apr 17, 2024 | Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Fire crews spent hours working to extinguish a fire at a recycling plant in El Paso County this week. The fire sent a plume of black smoke into the air raising concerns for nearby communities. Multiple fire departments responded to the facility, where it was noted...
Mar 21, 2024 | Catastrophic Injury, Explosion, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Refinery Explosions, Workplace Accident, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Safety
The Philadelphia Energy Solutions (PES) explosion of 2019 was a significant industrial accident that took place at the PES refinery complex in South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred on June 21, 2019, resulting in a massive fire and explosion that...
Feb 20, 2024 | Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, Maritime Accident, Maritime Injury, Maritime Law, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Safety, The Jones Act, Workplace Safety
In the vast expanses of the Gulf of Mexico, where offshore oil rigs dot the horizon and maritime operations hum with activity, safety is paramount. Louisiana, a state intimately tied to the oil and gas industry, has taken a significant step to enhance the safety of...
Jan 15, 2024 | Formaldehyde Exposure, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Formaldehyde is a colorless, strong-smelling gas commonly used in various industrial applications and household products. While it serves essential purposes in manufacturing, its exposure can lead to a range of health issues. Formaldehyde exposure often occurs in...
