Mar 27, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Fire, Workplace Accident
A recent Valero Energy fire in Corpus Christi has sparked widespread concerns over the dangers of chemical emissions, not only for refinery workers but also for nearby residents and the environment. Fires at oil refineries can release toxic chemicals into the air,...
Nov 21, 2024 | Burn Injury, Chemical Injury, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Fire, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident
Petrochemical facilities are essential to the production of fuels, plastics, and other products critical to modern life. However, the hazards associated with storing and processing petroleum products are significant. A recent petroleum tank fire in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is...
Nov 12, 2024 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Explosion, Workplace Explosion, Wrongful Death
Chemical plants are critical to various industries, producing products like fuels, plastics, pharmaceuticals, and more. However, these facilities are among the most hazardous work environments, exposing workers to risks of fires, explosions, toxic exposure, and...
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,...
Sep 30, 2024 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Plant Accident, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident
On September 29, 2024, a large fire broke out at the Biolab facility in Conyers, Georgia. This facility, known for manufacturing pool and cleaning products, became the site of a significant chemical fire that sent thick plumes of smoke into the air, raising concerns...
