Third-Party Liability in Baton Rouge Industrial Accidents
An accident at a South Louisiana oil refinery or other industrial setting can be catastrophic. Fires, explosions, chemical leaks, and truck crashes can leave employees unable to work and in need of expensive medical treatment. Under Louisiana law, if you are injured on the job, you are covered by your employer’s workers’ comp insurance. However, […]
Dangers of Working at a Louisiana Oil Refinery
With 18 refineries handling over three million barrels of crude oil every day, Louisiana has the nation’s second largest petroleum-refining capacity. ExxonMobil’s refinery in Baton Rouge is the fourth-largest refinery in the country, employing over 4,000 workers. Marathon’s refinery in Garyville is even bigger. While this industry is vital to our state’s economy, workers at […]
Injuries Suffered in Petrochemical Accidents
Given the volatility of the materials used by the petrochemical employers in our area, it is not surprising that industrial accidents at these facilities can cause serious, life-changing injuries. In most cases, if you suffer one of these injuries, you will be covered by your employer’s workers’ compensation policy. However, if your injuries were caused […]
