Nov 6, 2024 | Burn Injury, Chemical Injury, Gas Explosion, Gas Leak Injuries, Natural Gas Explosions
Natural gas powers homes and industries across the United States, yet the same fuel that enables so much of daily life can also present significant risks. When natural gas leaks, ignites, or explodes, it can cause severe injuries, including life-threatening burns....
Nov 1, 2024 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Explosion, Personal Injury, Workplace Injuries
In a recent legal development, the U.S. government reached a settlement with Philadelphia Energy Solutions (PES) regarding a high-profile chemical fire that captured national attention in 2019. The fire, which originated in one of the PES refinery’s alkylation units,...
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...
Oct 22, 2024 | Catastrophic Injury, Drowning, Personal Injury, Premises Liability
Sapelo Island, known for its rich history and natural beauty, was recently the site of a tragic dock collapse that killed at least seven people. The dock was a vital part of the island’s infrastructure, serving both locals and visitors. However, structural...
Oct 15, 2024 | Burn Injury, Manufacturing Injuries, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries
In the wake of a devastating fire at a paper mill in Jesup, Georgia, attention has turned to the significant dangers posed by the chemical pulping process. Paper mills, often essential to local economies, rely on a series of complex and hazardous chemical reactions to...
