Explosion

San Antonio Jury Awards Over $100 Million to Family Injured in House Explosion, Holds CPS Energy Accountable

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San Antonio, Texas — A Bexar County court ruled on Thursday that CPS Energy is responsible for a devastating house explosion in May 2021, awarding a substantial $109.5 million to the victims, Robert Rymers and his mother Virginia. The judgment underlines the demands for greater accountability and safety standards within utility operations. The explosion, which took place on Walters Street, resulted in severe burns covering nearly 65% of Robert Rymers’ body and significant injuries to his elderly mother. Nearly four years after the incident, the family’s quest for justice culminated in the court’s decision, highlighting … Read more

San Antonio Jury Awards Mother and Son $60 Million for Devastating 2021 Home Explosion

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San Antonio, Texas – A local woman and her son have been awarded a $60 million settlement by CPS Energy after their home was leveled in a 2021 explosion, an incident that has stirred considerable discussion about safety standards and operational procedures of utility companies. The substantial compensation follows a lawsuit mounted by the family against the San Antonio utility company, attributing negligence on the part of the firm that led to the catastrophic event. On the ill-fated day, a CPS Energy crew had been dispatched to repair a gas leak at a nearby residence. … Read more

Louisville Community Takes Legal Action Against Givaudan for Negligence and Nuisance Following Deadly Factory Explosion

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A lawsuit has been launched against Givaudan, a company at the center of a fatal factory explosion on November 12, which resulted in the deaths of two individuals and inflicted injuries upon several others. The incident also wreaked havoc across Louisville’s Clifton neighborhood, damaging properties and affecting local residents. Attorney Tad Thomas of Thomas Law Offices, representing two Payne Street residents, is spearheading the legal challenge. He alleges that Givaudan’s negligent operation led to the disaster, affecting countless lives. According to Thomas, at least ten other homeowners are poised to pursue similar … Read more

Explosion of Disability Lawsuits: How One Law Firm’s Strategy is Impacting Businesses Nationwide

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Washington, D.C. – A surge in disability lawsuits has swept over businesses across the United States, instigated primarily by a specific law firm. This legal powerhouse has flooded various courts with thousands of claims, alleging that numerous businesses fail to comply with federal disability laws. These lawsuits target a myriad of establishments ranging from restaurants and shops to healthcare facilities, arguing that they are not adequately accessible to people with disabilities. The heart of these legal actions lies in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a civil rights law that mandates equal access and prohibits … Read more