Brent M. Cordell, Attorney at Law
1445 North Loop West, Suite 700 Houston, TX.77008
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Refinery Accidents
Many of the injuries associated with petrochemical and refinery accidents (including burns from explosions and scalding liquid, and spinal cord and head injuries from falls) often result in serious injuries that prevent the injured worker from ever returning to the job. Most of these injuries result in permanent injury and many others are fatal.
Because of the materials used in chemical plants and oil refineries, workers in these settings face very real dangers. Around the world, plant and refinery employees are injured or killed on the job almost every day. Even more tragically, many of the accidents responsible take place as a result of the negligence of other employees, employers, or third parties. Unfortunately, workers' compensation does not always cover the full amount to which workers may be entitled for their injuries. Injured plant and refinery workers need an experienced accident attorney who will tirelessly pursue complete restitution for their losses.
The legal issues involved with a personal injury or death occurring on an industrial or manufacturing plant accident site can be complicated due to the location and ownership of the site itself and the many parties in question. Often after a worker is injured, representatives and lawyers of the different companies will meet and discuss the details of the accident, hire investigators and photographers to document the site. Access to the injured employee or his family to also photograph the site or the equipment involved is usually blocked requiring the hiring of an attorney to intervene and protect the evidence and gain access to the site for an investigation.
Following any injury in an industrial setting, especially if caused by the overt negligence of another individual, victims should seek counsel from a trusted and reputable lawyer to determine if they may be able to file a successful civil complaint. Brent M. Cordell is dedicated to ensuring that individuals injured in these often catastrophic accidents receive the compensation they deserve. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with a plant and refinery accident expert. We are on your side.