Provost Umphrey Law Firm equity partners Joe Fisher and Ed Fisher, and attorney Guy Fisher recently secured a $62.5 million dollar settlement on behalf of an individual who was severely burned in a refinery fire.
The victim was operating machinery at a refinery when the explosion occurred, leaving them with severe burns to 80% of their body. Provost Umphrey’s legal team conducted an extensive investigation, uncovering evidence of negligence from companies responsible for the operation and servicing of the equipment. The attorneys also discovered prior reports of mechanical failures and safety issues involving the same machinery that were never properly addressed. These failures ultimately led to this devastating explosion.
The settlement provides vital financial support for the victim. More importantly, it holds corporations accountable for dangerous safety lapses and demonstrates the importance of workplace safety for all employees in industrial and energy sectors.
For over 55 years, Provost Umphrey Law Firm has fought for workers and families impacted by catastrophic injuries, burn accidents, and refinery or plant explosions across Texas and the United States. We remain one of the leading experts in the nation for refinery explosions and catastrophic burn injury litigation. Provost Umphrey proudly partners with labor unions as part of our Emergency Response Team, giving us valuable insight and a strong advantage in defending the rights of workers across a wide range of job environments. Our team remains committed to ensuring that negligence and corporate shortcuts never go unchecked. If you or a loved one has suffered serious injuries due to an explosion, fire, or industrial accident, contact Provost Umphrey Law Firm for a free consultation.
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