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...
Oct 29, 2024 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Manufacturing Injuries, Personal Injury, Uncategorized, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
Numerous media sources are reporting on an investigation into DuPont’s chemical plant near New Orleans. An Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) investigation reveals hazardous benzene emissions at the facility. The reports are highlighting the potential dangers...
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 16, 2024 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries
Ammonia leaks pose a significant threat to workers in industrial settings, particularly in facilities like chemical plants that rely heavily on hazardous chemicals for their operations. In a recent incident, four workers were hospitalized with ammonia leak injuries at...
Oct 13, 2024 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents
The oil and gas industry is essential for energy production but is also one of the most hazardous sectors due to the frequent use of dangerous chemicals. These chemicals are critical in exploration, extraction, refining, and transportation processes. However, exposure...