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Meridian Magnesium Explosion in Eaton Rapids, Michigan Injures 2

An explosion and fire at Meridian Magnesium in Eaton Rapids, Michigan, injured two people. As part of its safety procedure, one hundred and fifty people were evacuated from the building. The fire began at about 1:30 am Wednesday, May 2,…
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Parents Get Help after Daughters Killed in Rental Home Fire

The article below was written by attorney Fred Pritzker, who helped the grieving parents of two daughters killed in a rental home fire. Although an attorney at a different law firm had not offered any hope, when Fred took the case, he built…
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Was the Husky Refinery Explosion in Superior, WI Caused by Negligence? Lawyer Seeks Answers

An explosion and fire at the Husky Energy oil refinery in Superior, Wisconsin, injured at least 20 people. "Our thoughts are with those affected by this tragedy as they seek answers. Experience has taught us that explosions like this don't…
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Fire at Arundel Lodge Group Home in Severn, MD Kills Three

Three people were killed in a tragic fire on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at an Arundel Lodge group home at 7900 Stone Heart Road in Severn, Maryland. The Arundel County Fire Department identified the victims as: Walter McCardell, , William Garcia,…
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Man Burned in House Explosion in Caldwell, Texas

A man was burned in a house explosion in Caldwell, Texas on Saturday, April 21, 2018. Gene Barber was taken to St. Joseph Hospital in Bryan with second and third-degree burns. The explosion occurred just before midnight. Was the House Explosion…
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House Explosion in Cleveland, North Dakota Injures Two

Two people were injured when a house exploded at 527 - 3rd Avenue North in Cleveland, North Dakota on April 21, 2018. The house was completely destroyed, leaving only a chimney and the basement. Thomas and Daniel Arens were transported to the…
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At Least One Man Injured in Explosion at U.S. Polyco Plant in Ennis, Texas

At least one man has been injured after an explosion at the Polyco Plant along I-45 in Ennis, Texas. The plant makes road construction materials, including asphalt, sealants, and coatings. Firefighters arrived at the plant and put out…
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Explosion Injures 13 in Woodbridge, New Jersey

Thirteen people were injured in an explosion and fire at a home at 121 Vernon Way in the Port Reading section of Woodbridge, New Jersey on Saturday, April 21, 2018. A sleepover birthday party for a 10-year-old was taking place at the home at…
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Explosion Lung Injury

There are several types of lung injuries that are caused by explosions. These injuries can be life-altering and life-threatening. The inability to breathe properly is one of the most distressing medical conditions. In an explosion,…
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Propane Explosion Near Turtle Lake Leaves 2 Dead in Itasca County, MN

Investigators have determined that a propane explosion was the source of a fire at a home near Turtle Lake in Itasca County, MN that left two people dead. The person who called 911 reported hearing a loud bang before the fire broke out just…
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Can I Sue Centerpoint Energy?

Yes. A wrongful death lawsuit against Centerpoint Energy filed by Pritzker Hageman Attorneys achieved a settlement for the family of Ruth Berg, a beloved receptionist who died in a natural gas explosion at Minnehaha Academy school in Minneapolis.…
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Explosion at Watson Grinding in Houston Leaves 2 Dead, 1 Injured

An explosion at Watson Grinding and Manufacturing in Houston this morning has left two people dead and another injured. The blast, which occurred around 4:15 a.m., involved a 2,000-gallon tank of propylene, an extremely flammable gas, which…
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Sterling Transport Explosion Injures 3 in Westmoreland County, PA

A tanker truck explosion at Sterling Transport in East Huntingdon Township, PA has left three employees with serious burn injuries. East Huntingdon Assistant Fire Chief James King told local news stations that the employees were repairing a…
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