The explosion at the Valero refinery in Port Arthur, Texas on March 24, 2026 has raised urgent questions not only about what caused the incident, but also about who may be legally responsible. While refinery owners and operators are often the primary focus after an...
Federal authorities recently announced the arrest of dozens of cruise ship crew members in connection with a large-scale child sexual exploitation material investigation involving multiple cruise lines operating out of San Diego. According to reports, staff members...
Ponds and water features are common amenities at residential apartment complexes. They are often marketed as peaceful, scenic additions that enhance property value and provide aesthetic appeal for residents. However, beneath that appearance lies a significant and...
Offshore oil and gas platforms operating in the Gulf of Mexico are among the most hazardous industrial workplaces in the world. Workers routinely perform drilling, production, welding, maintenance, and lifting operations around highly combustible materials and...
Railroad crossings are supposed to provide drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and commercial vehicle operators with clear warning before a train enters the crossing. Gates, flashing lights, bells, pavement markings, signs, and track signals all work together to create a...
Construction sites remain among the most dangerous workplaces in the United States, with workers routinely exposed to heavy machinery, elevated work areas, and constantly changing conditions. Even when no single incident is identified, the range of potential hazards...
Hotels and motels invite guests onto their property with the expectation that they will have a reasonably safe place to sleep, park, walk, check in, and move through the premises. Guests may be traveling alone, arriving late at night, carrying luggage, walking through...
Blowout preventers are among the most critical safety systems used in offshore drilling operations. These massive pieces of equipment are designed to stop uncontrolled releases of oil and gas from a wellbore during drilling activities. When a blowout preventer fails,...
The recent Port Arthur refinery explosion has raised significant concerns not only for those who were injured, but also for individuals who may have been exposed to hazardous conditions without immediately showing symptoms. In refinery incidents, exposure...
Commercial property owners often focus on what happens inside the business, but many violent crimes occur because the wrong person gained access to the property in the first place. Broken gates, unlocked doors, failed keycard systems, unsecured stairwells,...