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...
Sep 17, 2024 | Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Fire, Oil Refinery Injuries, Personal Injury
In recent weeks, the 2023 Marathon refinery fire in Garyville, Louisiana has garnered significant media attention. This attention is not only for the dramatic blaze that engulfed the facility for days on end, but also for its profound impact beyond the refinery’s...
Aug 21, 2024 | Chemical Injury, Defective Product, Formaldehyde Exposure, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Work Injury
Formaldehyde is a chemical compound commonly used in a variety of consumer products and industrial applications. Its inclusion in everyday items such as cosmetics, furniture, building materials, and even personal care products is due to its preservative and...
Jul 11, 2024 | Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Texas is home to the highest number of chemical facilities in the United States, and with this distinction comes an alarming frequency of chemical incidents such as spills, leaks, and explosions. These incidents, occurring nearly every other day, pose significant...
