New York and New Jersey Plant Explosions
Plant explosions pose serious dangers to plant workers all over America and unfortunately are becoming more common as industry grows. Although the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has rules and regulations in place to help prevent these explosions, sometimes the rules are broken and tragedy results. These explosions cause serious injuries and death, and toxic fumes may pose a health threat to surrounding communities.
If you have been the victim of an industrial plant explosion, let the Ginarte law firm review your case for free. We are among the biggest construction accident law firms in the NY / NJ metro area. The Ginarte law firm’s attorneys have more than 150 years of combined experience. We are ready to put our resources and experience to work for you. We can advise you about your rights as an accident victim and what steps you should take to ensure justice is served. Call 1-888-GINARTE (1-888-446-2783) now, or fill out our online contact form.
Causes of Plant Explosions
Lots of things can cause plant explosions. A fire can spiral out of control and lead to a larger problem such as an explosion, particularly at chemical plants. Unsafe procedures or violations of OSHA safety regulations can also be a cause.
Other possible causes include:
- Improperly maintained machinery
- Malfunctioning equipment
- Improper training of employees
- Careless cigarette smoking.
Serious Injuries From Plant Explosions
Plant explosion victims may suffer any number of psychological and physical injuries. Going through the shock of a plant explosion can lead victims to suffer from mental anxiety, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Plant explosion victims are often subjected to extremely intense heat that causes burns, serious injuries, or even death. Also, the force of the blast created in a plant explosion may also result in:
- Crush injuries
- Broken bones
- Damage to internal organs
- Brain injuries
- Spinal injuries
- Amputations
The Cost of Plant Explosions to New York and New Jersey Workers
When a worker dies in a plant explosion, nothing can make up for the loss a family feels, but surviving family members often face financial problems in addition to their grief, which can be lessened with money. A plant explosion lawsuit can help a grieving family overcome from the financial burdens that unfortunately tend to follow the loss of a loved one.
Similarly, people who suffer serious burns or other plant explosion-related injuries often need years of costly treatment. Some may never work again because their injuries are so severe. Although workers’ compensation can provide some help for the medical bills and loss of income, it is often not enough.
It is important to talk to the Ginarte law firm to pursue all potential paths of recovery, including lawsuits against any third parties that were responsible for the accident that caused the death or injury of you or a loved one. The attorneys are Ginarte will work hard to ensure justice is served for you and your family in your time of need.
The Ginarte Law Firm Can Help
You need a strong advocate to stand up for your rights. Trust the Ginarte law firm to work hard for you in your plant explosion injury case. Don’t wait to contact us. The Ginarte law firm has seven offices in the area. Visit us today in Newark, New York City, Union City, Elizabeth, Clifton or Perth Amboy, or call 1-888-GINARTE (1-888-446-2783), or use our online form now. Remember, we only collect fees if you win your case, so you have nothing to lose!
