Industrial accidents—including plant or refinery explosions—can result in traumatic injuries to a wide range of people. From employees to third-party vendors and even to the general public, these accidents can result in life-altering injuries. That says nothing about the environmental damage these explosions cause.
If you have sustained an injury or illness due to a plant or refinery explosion, Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers are here to help. A plant and refinery explosion attorney from our law firm understands how to hold companies responsible for these catastrophic events. A personal injury lawyer serving Bay City can help you take legal action. This way, you can focus on healing and completing your medical treatment.
Who Is Liable for a Plant Explosion?
Getting to the bottom of liability is an important task for your personal injury lawyer. At Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, we thoroughly investigate these accidents in order to get a clear picture of who was at fault.
Often, the plant and its owners are responsible for an explosion. This can be due to a wide range of reasons, from poor training to inadequate safety precautions. In many situations, it is possible to pursue a lawsuit against the company in order to recover damages.
There are some limits on this, however. Workers’ compensation rules can prevent an employee from filing a lawsuit against their employer. However, there are exceptions to this rule that might not be clear to you. An attorney can determine if a lawsuit is viable.
There are also cases of third parties causing these explosions. Third parties could be vendors, contractors, or anyone on the premises who is not directly working for the refinery. Pursuing a lawsuit against these third parties is never barred by workers’ compensation rules.
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ClientHow Plant Explosions Happen in Bay City
In the aftermath of a plant explosion, the first question most people will ask is “How did this happen?” The answer to that question is important to anyone intending to pursue a personal injury lawsuit. At Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, we are prepared to help you investigate the cause of the explosion and use that information to identify the at-fault parties. Plant and refinery explosions frequently occur under the following circumstances:
- Inadequate training or enforcement of safety measures
- Poor facility maintenance that leads to safety hazards
- Accumulated dust or debris
- Inadequate storage of flammable material
- Malfunctioning equipment
- Human error
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Rick Smith | ClientWhat are the Common Injuries From a Plant or Refinery Explosion?
When explosions occur, the nature and severity of the injuries that happen as a result are endless. Any portion of the body could suffer an injury in an explosion, especially during catastrophic industrial accidents. That said, some injuries are more common than others.
Severe burns are the primary concern following an explosion. These explosions often result in third-degree burns across most or all of a person’s body. In addition to burn injuries, explosions might also cause the following conditions for refinery workers:
- Bone fractures
- Severe lacerations
- Hearing loss
- Limb loss
- Disfigurement
- Lung damage from exposure to toxic chemicals
- Traumatic brain injury
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ClientPlant Explosion Effects on the Environment are Catastrophic
There are additional consequences for plant and refinery explosions beyond those in the vicinity of the explosion. In addition to these injury victims, an explosion at a plant or refinery can have far-reaching environmental consequences throughout the area.
Due to the flammable nature of the volatile chemicals used, these explosions frequently cause damage well beyond the premises of the facility. Those who live or work near the plant could also suffer injuries or property damage if the explosion is especially large. The fire that spreads from these facilities can also cause dangerous health consequences.
Thick, acrid smoke is commonplace following these explosions. This smoke can cause lasting health consequences and pollute the air for years to come. The pollution caused by these explosions can also impact the drinking water, greatly increasing the health risks faced by those who live nearby.
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ClientWe Know What it Takes to Get Justice for a Plant and Refinery Explosion Injuries
Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers settled a Texas chemical plant explosion case for $42 million dollars after an employee sustained third-degree burns across their entire body.
Initially, the employer refused to pay anything. We aggressively pursued damages on behalf of this sole provider to ensure their family never went without. We worked tirelessly to resolve that case, and we will give that same effort to yours.
This case is only one of the many times when our aggressive approach to advocacy has resulted in justice for an injury victim. While our past success can never guarantee a specific outcome in your case, our verdicts and results can provide you with helpful insight into what the team at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers has been able to recover on behalf of injury victims in Bay City and across the state.
Chemical Plants Often Fail to Take the Steps to Prevent Explosions
The reality is that there are steps these facilities can take to prevent explosions. In many cases, these explosions occur because of a failure to take appropriate safety precautions. Some of the steps that can be taken to address these hazards include the following:
- Providing accessible fire extinguishers
- Complying with state and federal safety protocols
- Provide employees with adequate training
- Performing regular safety checks
- Installing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
Failure to perform these steps can dramatically increase the chances of a fire or explosion, leading to catastrophic injuries. When the company is negligent in this way, they could face liability for the damage they cause. You may stand to recover various awards, such as your medical expenses and lost income.
Work With Our Plant or Refinery Explosions Attorney Serving Bay City
A plant or refinery explosion can have life-changing consequences not only for those who were injured but also for their families as well. If you have been impacted by an industrial explosion, Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers are here to help. Contact us right away for your free consultation with a plant and refinery explosion lawyer serving Bay City.
