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 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...
Mar 24, 2025 | Burn Injury, Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
On March 20, an industrial acid leak at the Celanese Plant in Narrows, Virginia, led to the release of acetic acid vapor, injuring six workers. The incident occurred in the Cellulose Acetate Unit and prompted an emergency response from local authorities. While the...
Feb 20, 2025 | Burn Injury, Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Manufacturing Injuries, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries
A devastating plant fire at an aeronautical engineering plant has raised significant chemical safety concerns for local residents, workers, and environmental agencies. The incident, which occurred at SPS Technologies in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, resulted in...