If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a plant or refinery explosion in Corpus Christi, TX, you could receive financial compensation from your employer or its insurer. Our law firm will fight to recover your medical and rehab bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more.
We take on the insurance company and handle evidence collection and the negotiation process from start to finish. Our Corpus Christi personal injury lawyers at Laborde Earles will never stop fighting for you. You can call us today for a free consultation.
Our Law Firm Will Fight for Your Compensation While You Recover
No one should forgo legal guidance and support when they need it. Our plant and refinery explosion attorneys serving clients in the Corpus Christi area will represent you at no upfront cost and fight for your fair compensation.
Our client recovered $42 million after enduring third-degree burns on most of his body while at work. The chemical plant denied liability, blaming others, and only offered the injured man workers’ compensation. That changed when Laborde Earles stepped in. We will fight as hard for you as we did for this hardworking employee and sole provider for his family.
On your behalf, we will:
- Investigate the plant explosion’s cause
- Identify the at-fault parties and prove their negligence
- Collect supporting evidence and documents to prove your case
- Handle verbal, written, and electronic communications
- Negotiate a settlement with the appropriate insurer
- Take your case to court for resolution (if needed)
While you restore your health, we will focus on your case. We also provide you with ongoing updates so that you always know your case’s status.
Laborde Earles injury was great for me they took care of me very fast and professional. If for any reason I need legal help they will be who I use.
ClientLaborde Earles Advocates for Our Clients and Puts Their Needs First
Here’s what other clients say when they talk about how we commit to seeking favorable outcomes for their personal injury cases:
- Lauren (LP): Working with the team at LABORDE & EARLES was better than I could have imagined…The level of communication far exceeded my expectations. There was never a call or email unreturned…They care deeply about their clients, which shows in all they do…I promise you will not be disappointed!
- Janet Girouard: The staff is very friendly and welcoming. Larke Landry was very informative…Larke also provided me with her contact information should I have any concerns. Kimberly Fontenot [was] always a step ahead. Providing me with the information I need without having to call her.
Hear from additional clients in their own words on our testimonials page and learn more about how we will protect your rights and interests as we fight for you.
I thank God for Digger & David. I don’t know what we would have done if it hadn’t have been for them.
Rick Smith | ClientFrequently Reported Causes of Plant Explosions
Plants and explosions contain hazardous chemicals and other ingredients that are housed among large and potentially dangerous tools and equipment. Causes of explosions in facilities like these include:
- Careless cigarette smoking
- Accumulated dust and debris
- Insufficient employee training
- Employee inexperience
- Damaged or flawed equipment
- Faulty facility maintenance
Our plant and refinery explosion lawyer will assess and document the action or failure to take appropriate action that constitutes negligence and entitles you to compensation.
Frequently Reported Plant Explosion Injuries
Plant and refinery explosions can injure employees, facility visitors, local families, and nearby homes and other structures. Commonly reported injuries can include:
- Blast injuries
- Brain damage
- Broken bones
- Lacerations
- Limb loss
- Lung damage
- Organ damage
- Severe burns
Our legal team will compile medical records from every healthcare professional and facility where you were or will be treated. We also collect mental healthcare records if you were treated for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental health conditions that can follow catastrophic events.
The reassurance from Digger and his staff gave me that renewed hope that it’s going to be okay down the road.
ClientPlant Explosions News in Corpus Christi News
According to a KIIITV report, an employee of the Calpine Company Generation Plant was fatally injured in a June 2021 explosion. Officials later determined a natural gas leak caused the explosion.
How We Identify Liability in Chemical Plant Explosions
In fires and explosions like this one, getting to the root of its cause is a critical part of recovering compensation. When we accept your case, our plant and refinery explosion attorney will pursue one or more liable parties, including the company and the various third-party companies who frequent the facility.
Our investigation will identify all entities whose negligent actions entitle you and your family to financial recovery.
They treated us like no other people would. Whenever we needed something they were there for us. I put my trust in them and I don’t regret it.
ClientPlant and Oil Refineries in Corpus Christi
At Laborde Earles, our plant and refinery explosion lawyer serving Corpus Christi, TX, will fight for injured residents’ and employees’ rights. The city is home to:
- Bill Greehey Refineries, which processes sour crude oil, sweet crude oil, and residual fuel oil
- CITGO Corpus Christi Refinery, which processes sour crude oils into petroleum products
- Valero Three Rivers Refinery, which processes crude oil into refined petroleum products
If you suffered injuries in one of these or any other local industrial facility, you can review the details of your situation with our team. The review is free, and we will clarify your rights as an injured employee and the at-fault party’s responsibilities.
Environmental Concerns When Local Plants Experience an Explosion
Plant and refinery explosions can adversely affect the surrounding communities. Its widespread consequences include:
- Air pollution
- Contaminated water
- Corrupted sewers
- Property damage
The effects on the environment and surrounding areas can leave residents with compensable injuries. If this is the case for you or a loved one, our law firm will seek financial recovery for you.
How Chemical Plants Can Avoid the Dangers of Explosions
The inherent dangers of oil and chemical plants obligate the company to adhere to strict safety mandates and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. Plants and refineries can:
- Perform regular safety checks
- Update and maintain equipment
- Properly train plant employees
- Practice visitor safety protocols
Because plant vendors and suppliers routinely visit, facilities can also post (and continually update) easy-to-read and easy-to-understand safety signs and warnings.
Call 24/7 for a Free Review of a Corpus Christi Plant and Refinery Explosion Case
If you or someone you love got hurt in a chemical plant explosion, you could receive compensation for your injuries and accident-related expenses.
Our Corpus Christi plant and refinery explosion lawyer will take on the insurance company and fight hard for the compensation you need and deserve. Explore your rights and the at-fault party’s financial responsibilities by contacting our case review team at Laborde Earles today.
