Massive Fire after Explosion at Illinois Chemical Plant

by | Jan 12, 2023 | Industrial Accident

There was a fire at the Carus Chemical Company plant in LaSalle, Illinois on January 11, 2023.  Nearby residents were recommended to shelter in place as a result of the incident and potential chemical release.  It is unknown at this time what led to the explosion.

There have been a number of incidents at industrial and manufacturing plants.  There was a deadly ammonia leak at a plant in Norwood, Massachusetts on December 19, 2022.  There was a fire at the Suncor refinery in Commerce City, Colorado on December 24, 2022.  There was a fire at a Sulfur Plant in Atmore, Alabama on January 6, 2023.  There was a fire at the Celanese Industrial chemical plant in Pasadena, Texas on January 6, 2023.

Refineries and industrial facilities can pose significant dangers both to workers and to the general public.  When dangerous work is involved, extra precautions must be taken, especially when fires and explosions can occur.  Equipment must be properly inspected and maintained to ensure that accidents do not occur.

Those touched by an industrial accident should know their legal rights and remedies, and act quickly to preserve them. Our attorneys have extensive experience in cases involving industrial and plant personal injury and wrongful death, including those caused by equipment malfunctioning. The firm has experience in courts across the country and the skills needed to represent the families of loved ones who have lost their lives or as a result of an explosion, or been seriously injured.

The experienced attorneys at Spagnoletti Law Firm can help you understand your rights if you or a loved one was a victim of an accident at a plant or refinery.  Please contact us online or call 713-804-9306 or 877-678-5864 to learn more about your legal rights.