Heavy equipment accidents are a serious risk in industrial workplaces, where workers often operate large and powerful machinery such as bulldozers, forklifts, cranes, and excavators. These machines are essential for completing many industrial tasks, but they also pose...
On December 25, 2022, there was an oil spill due to a ruptured pipeline in Corpus Christi Bay. According to reports, a pipeline located near the Flint Hills Resources Ingleside facility ruptured. Eventually dozens of boats became involved in cleanup efforts....
There was an explosion at the Seneca Petroleum Plant in Lemont, Illinois on April 25, 2023. Reports indicate there was an explosion in an asphalt tank at the plant. The explosion killed one worker, and injured a second one. The victim has been identified as Dru...
There was a deadly incident involving a garbage truck in Stillwater, Minnesota on April 25, 2023. During the incident, a garbage truck hit an adult female pedestrian. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The truck is owned by Waste Management. The incident...
There was a deadly construction accident in Sevierville, Tennessee on April 24, 2023. According to reports, the worker was operating a skid-steer machine when the incident occurred. Additional details have not yet been released. The victim has been identified as...
There was an 18-wheeler rollover accident in Waco, Texas on April 25, 2023. The crash occurred at Highway 6 and Business 77. Reports indicate the truck rolled over while attempting to make a turn. At this time it is unclear if any other vehicles were involved....
Spagnoletti Law Firm has filed a Jones Act lawsuit against Ryan Marine Services, Inc. and GO Marine Services, LLC on behalf of a seaman who suffered serious injuries while working aboard the RMS Citation. The lawsuit claims that negligence, unsafe working conditions,...
A recreational boat capsized on Lake Havasu on April 21, 2023. At the time, the boat was in the North Basin when it lost control and capsized with multiple people on board. All three of the adult passengers were ejected from the boat. A nearby samaritan vessel was...
If you work on a commercial vessel, you’ve likely heard of the Jones Act. It’s officially called the Merchant Marine Act of 1920. The aspect of the law that most affects maritime workers involves work-related injuries and compensation to injured workers. The Jones Act...
There was an 18-wheeler accident in Nolanville, Texas on April 24, 2023. The crash occurred on Interstate 14 westbound. Reports indicate there was a prior accident between a passenger vehicle and an 18-wheeler hauling a load of lumber. A tanker truck was failed to...