Jun 6, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Work Injury, Workplace Injuries
In the wake of a catastrophic chemical fire and a series of federal safety violations, BioLab Inc. has announced it will not resume manufacturing operations at its Conyers, Georgia chlorine plant. The decision comes after years of explosions, toxic chemical releases,...
May 27, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety, Wrongful Death
Last week, an ammonia leak at the Tyson Foods plant in Monroe, North Carolina, prompted a swift evacuation. Emergency crews responded quickly to the gas leak, and thankfully, no injuries were reported. While the situation was brought under control within the hour,...
May 20, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Manufacturing Injuries, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries
A chlorine gas leak at the Olin plant in Freeport triggered a shelter-in-place alert that affected schools and residents in Freeport, Clute, and Lake Jackson. Though the incident was brought under control within an hour, the health risks from such a leak may not be so...
May 14, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Oil Refinery Fire, Oil Refinery Injuries, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death
A fire at the Valero Refinery in Benicia, California, is once again highlighting the ongoing dangers posed by oil refinery operations. On the heels of this incident, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) issued several violations, including excessive...
May 2, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries
Power failures at petroleum plants can lead to catastrophic outcomes, including fires, toxic chemical releases, and serious injuries. These facilities rely on uninterrupted electrical systems to manage pressure, temperature, emissions, and the flow of hazardous...
May 1, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Defective Product, Formaldehyde Exposure, Product Liability, Workplace Injuries, Wrongful Death
Formaldehyde is a colorless, strong-smelling chemical that is widely used in manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and cosmetics. While it serves important purposes in industrial and consumer products, formaldehyde is also a known toxic substance with serious...
