There was an explosion and fire at the Dow Chemical facility near Baton Rouge, Louisiana on July 14, 2023. Reports indicate an explosion occurred at the plant Friday night. A shelter in place was temporarily issued for nearby residents. It is unclear if anyone was hurt in the incident.
There have been a number of incidents at industrial and manufacturing plants. There was a chemical release at the Marathon Galveston Bay Refinery in Texas City, Texas on June 27, 2023. There was a deadly grain elevator collapse in Tynan, Texas on July 4, 2023. There was a pipeline explosion and fire outside the INEOS Chocolate Bayou facility in Brazoria County, Texas on July 13, 2023.
Refineries and industrial facilities can pose significant dangers both to workers and to the general public. When dangerous work is involved, extra precautions must be taken, especially when fires and explosions can occur. Equipment must be properly inspected and maintained to ensure that accidents do not occur and that hardworking Americans are not hurt.
Those touched by an industrial accident should know their legal rights and remedies, and act quickly to preserve them. Our attorneys have extensive experience in cases involving industrial and plant personal injury and wrongful death, including those caused by equipment malfunctioning. The firm has experience in courts across the country and the skills needed to represent the families of loved ones who have lost their lives or as a result of an explosion, or been seriously injured.
The experienced attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm can help you understand your rights if you or a loved one was a victim of an accident at a plant or refinery. Please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or to learn more about your legal rights.