Jan 24, 2025 | Burn Injury, Catastrophic Injury, Chemical Injuries, Explosion, Manufacturing Injuries, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Injuries
The recent explosion at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant in Middletown, Iowa, underscores the critical importance of safety protocols in industries dealing with hazardous materials. Earlier this week, an explosion occurred in the ammunition production area of the plant,...
Jan 18, 2025 | Burn Injury, Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Manufacturing Injuries
Industrial fires pose significant risks not only to workers but also to first responders who bravely confront these emergencies. A recent fire at the Tyson Foods plant in Berryville, Arkansas, highlights the dangers firefighters face when battling fires in facilities...
Jan 6, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Formaldehyde Exposure, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Workplace Injuries
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently declared formaldehyde exposure an “unreasonable risk” to human health. This ruling, part of the agency’s ongoing mission to protect public health and the environment, has significant implications for industries that...
Jan 3, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries
Chemical spills in manufacturing facilities pose a significant risk to workers, nearby communities, and the environment. A recent incident in Clovis, New Mexico has brought this issue into sharp focus, highlighting the dangers inherent in handling hazardous materials...
Dec 19, 2024 | Chemical Injuries, Explosion, Manufacturing Injuries, Workplace Accident, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Injuries
Workplace accidents can have devastating consequences, especially in industries that handle hazardous materials. Recently, a paint factory explosion in Sycamore, Illinois, left two workers with severe burn injuries, highlighting the significant risks employees face in...
Dec 3, 2024 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Defective Product, Formaldehyde Exposure, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Workplace Injuries
Formaldehyde is a widely used chemical with applications across numerous industries, but its ubiquitous nature masks the dangers it can pose to consumers and workers. While it serves essential roles in construction, manufacturing, and healthcare, exposure to...