When a refinery or chemical plant explosion happens, lives are changed forever. The burn injuries, trauma, and lost wages that follow can be devastating — and the companies responsible often move quickly to protect themselves. At Gilman & Allison, LLP, our Texas refinery explosion lawyers fight for workers and contractors injured in industrial disasters across the Houston Ship Channel, Baytown, Texas City, Port Arthur, and Corpus Christi.
Our attorneys bring real-world maritime and industrial experience to every case — combining trial-tested strategies with a deep understanding of refinery operations, OSHA safety standards, and Texas negligence law.
Common Causes of Refinery and Plant Explosions
Refinery and petrochemical facilities handle some of the most volatile substances in the world. Even a single safety failure can lead to catastrophic results. Gilman & Allison investigates explosions caused by:
Improper maintenance or inspection of pressure vessels and piping
Leaking valves, flammable gas, or chemical reactions
Faulty welding or contractor work during turnarounds
Electrical malfunctions or lack of explosion-proof equipment
Failure to follow OSHA and PSM safety standards
Negligent supervision and under-staffed control rooms
We work with chemical engineers, safety experts, and investigators to reconstruct what went wrong — and prove who’s responsible.
Serving Workers Across the Texas Gulf Coast
Our firm represents refinery and plant workers injured in:
Baytown (ExxonMobil, Covestro)
La Porte & Deer Park (Pemex, Shell, LyondellBasell, OxyChem)
Texas City (Marathon, Valero)
Port Arthur & Beaumont (Motiva, TotalEnergies)
Corpus Christi & Ingleside (Citgo, Flint Hills, Valero)
Whether you’re a pipefitter, contractor, welder, or longshore worker, we know how to navigate both state personal-injury law and federal maritime statutes when industrial facilities border navigable waters.
What Damages Can Be Recovered?
If you’ve suffered injuries or lost a loved one in a plant explosion, you may be entitled to recover:
Medical and hospital expenses (burn care, surgeries, rehabilitation)
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
Pain, mental anguish, and permanent disfigurement
Wrongful death benefits for surviving family members
Punitive damages for gross negligence or safety violations
We prepare every case for trial from day one — ensuring that when large corporations and insurers refuse to pay, we’re ready to take them to court.
Free Consultation | No Fee Unless We Win
You don’t have to face the refinery giants alone. If you or someone you love was injured in a refinery, chemical plant, or industrial explosion anywhere on the Texas Gulf Coast, contact Gilman & Allison, LLP today.
Call (713) 224-6622 or reach out online for a free, confidential consultation.
We proudly serve Houston, Baytown, Texas City, Deer Park, La Porte, Port Arthur, and Corpus Christi.
