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The process of gathering, transmitting, and distributing gas and propane products holds tremendous potential for injury. Propane and gas explosions often cause serious burn injury incidents and even death. Because of these facts, the propane and gasoline industry is governed by numerous federal and state laws. Unfortunately, these complex laws can be difficult for a victim of a gas explosion to understand. Our attorneys have a thorough knowledge of the laws governing Austin, San Antonio, and all regions of Texas, as our work has taken us throughout the state, from Texarkana to Sonoma and from Dallas to the Rio Grande Valley. We can help victims of gas explosions confront the responsible parties, such as the makers of defective products and poorly designed vehicles, behind the devastating burn injuries that affect thousands of people each year.
Common Causes of Propane and Natural Gas Explosions
Propane and Natural Gas Explosion Investigation
A propane or gas explosion can be caused by a number of factors. Our attorneys have handled cases in Austin, San Antonio, and throughout Texas involving everything from lack of odorization to overpressurization. Victims may also suffer injuries due to defective appliances, such as water heaters, furnaces, or gas fireplaces, or defects in automobile components. Gas explosions may also be caused by violations of applicable codes, standards, or recommended safe practices for handling propane and gasoline.
Proper investigation of gas fires and explosions also requires detailed knowledge of the ignition source, the physical properties of the accelerant (the substance that "accelerates" the development of fire), and the accelerant’s path to ignition. Selecting a law firm with experience in this area and with access to nationally and internationally known experts is essential to maximizing your chances of recovering damages after a gas explosion. The attorneys at Whitehurst, Harkness, Ozmun & Brees, P.C., in Austin, Texas, offer that experience and ability.
In a recent gas explosion case, our attorneys obtained settlements for the families of two Texas boys who were critically burned due to a design defect in a Chevrolet pickup truck. Both boys sustained injuries that will require continued surgery as they enter adulthood. Our attorneys made sure to take this fact into consideration when negotiating the boys’ settlements and were therefore able to give them financial security that will help them move on with their lives.
If you or a family member has been seriously injured in a propane or gas explosion, our attorneys can help. Contact our Austin law firm today, serving San Antonio and all of Texas.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a gas explosion, contact our attorneys today. We serve clients from Austin, San Antonio, and the entire state of Texas.
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Whitehurst, Harkness,
Ozmun & Brees, P.C.
1122 Colorado, 24th Floor
Austin, Texas 78701
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1802
Austin, Texas 78767
Toll Free: 866-594-8630
Fax: 512-476-4400