At least five workers have suffered injuries after an explosion occurred at a container terminal at Galveston Port, according to city officials. At approximately 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, the Galveston Fire Department was dispatched to a call involving a small fire and explosion at the Texas International Terminals property. Galveston police spokesperson Kurt Koopman stated that five workers were injured in the incident. A City of Galveston Office of Emergency Management spokesperson states that the workers were welding a pipe…
In a shocking development, Former Abercrombie CEO Mike Jeffries, his partner Matt Smith, and middleman Jim Jacobson were arrested Tuesday during a federal sex trafficking investigation. The men have been accused of luring young men using supposed career opportunities in modeling, only to exploit them at parties around the world. The victims have alleged they were forced to take various drugs and perform sexual acts at these events. Abercrombie itself has been named in civil lawsuits as enabling this abuse….
If you or a loved one were injured in the recent chemical release at the Pemex oil refinery in Deer Park, Texas, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries, medical expenses, and suffering. At The Doan Law Firm, we have significant experience handling personal injury cases industrial accidents, including cases similar to this Pemex chemical release. If you need a Pemex chemical release injury attorney, call our office today. The call is free and there is never a…
On October 10, 2024, a deadly release of hydrogen sulfide gas at the Pemex industrial plant in Deer Park, Texas resulted in two people losing their lives. Additionally, as of Thursday evening, at least 35 people had been injured. This incident has raised serious concerns about safety protocols in industrial facilities and the rights of those affected. Pemex has the responsibility to protect anybody who works at the plant. Clearly, they failed here. They must be held accountable for the…
A local swimming pool or a public beach, if you drive toward the coast, give adults and kids alike somewhere to relax and unwind something particularly valuable during the hot summers around San Antonio. However, lifeguard negligence can lead to significant injuries or even death at these locations. When lifeguards are present, you are supposed to trust them with your life and your children’s life. Here, we want to review some aspects of lifeguard negligence in and around San Antonio,…