Archive for the ‘ Fire & Burn Injury ’ Category

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Feb

Louisiana Worker Reaches Injury Settlement After Gulf Oil Rig Explosion

February 22, 2012

It was announced in New Orleans, Louisiana, Monday that a settlement has been reached between a worker who was injured in the Gulf of Mexico oil rig explosion that occurred in 2010 and the companies that operated the rig. According to reports from Business Week, the worker reached an amicable settlement for an undisclosed amount with BP Plc., Transocean Ltd., and other companies that were involved in the operation of the Deepwater Horizon rig.

After two previous settlements with other companies involved in the spill, the worker was originally seeking $5.5 million in damages for negligence and the rig being unseaworthy.

The companies have come under heavy judicial fire since the explosion killed 11 men, injured numerous others, and ruined the livelihoods of thousands of coastal residents. The immense pressure has forced the companies to settle many of the claims.

Injured workers and the families of the deceased have filed roughly 40 personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits. Residents who claim their property, businesses, and lives were destroyed by the spill have filed hundreds of other lawsuits against BP.

Possible criminal violations by the companies continue to be examined by the courts and the Justice Department.

The Louisiana Maritime Accident Attorneys with Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers specialize in the laws that govern the aspects of business and safety on the water. They may be able to help you if you’ve suffered an injury on the ocean.

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Dec

Louisiana Girl Warns Of Drug Reactions

December 21, 2011

You never know how your body is going to react to the medications you consume. We are each different, and while something may have a certain effect on one person, another person could have a completely different reaction. That is why WWLTV News says one Baton Rouge, Louisiana, family is telling their story. They are warning others about some uncommon reactions that can occur from common medications.

In May of this year, a 16-year-old girl in the family developed what she thought, at first, to be a rash. Before she knew it, the painful, irritating rash had spread to cover her entire body and left her skin covered in what appeared to be third degree burns. She lost her hair and fingernails, her body swelled, and she eventually required a ventilator to breathe.

After four months in Intensive care, the girl was allowed to go home. Doctors determined that the girl suffered from Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, a condition where the body fights and destroys the outer layer of the patient’s skin.

Doctors say that the condition can be a reaction to many common antibiotics, such as amoxicillin and ampicillin. Reactions can range from mild skin irritation and sensitivity to sunlight to extreme irritation such as this young woman’s case.

This is why the Louisiana Drug Injury Attorneys with Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers say it is so important to consult your doctor immediately if you have any kind of negative reaction to a medication you’re taking.

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Dec

Man dies in Baton Rouge fire

December 8, 2010

Returning into a blazing building after escaping a fire is never a good idea.

Unfortunately, one man lost his life after doing just that during a Baton Rouge fire, according to WWLTV.

The Baton Rouge fire occurred when the family, consisting of the 53-year-old man, his mother, and his infant nephew, was in the living room and noticed smoke coming from the back bedroom.

Though all three family members initially escaped the fire without injury, the Baton Rouge fire victim ran back inside the burning home where he was overtaken by smoke.

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Have you ever been involved in a Baton Rouge fire? Tell the Louisiana fire and burn injury lawyers at Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers about your damages.

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Oct

Woman suffers New Orleans fire and burn injuries in house fire

October 14, 2010

Fire safety is something we all learn, but something that frequently slips our minds. Most of us learned to stop, drop, and roll, but most often what can prevent New Orleans fire and burn injuries is fire prevention.

As a result of the New Orleans fire, one woman who occupied the home had to be hospitalized for New Orleans fire and burn injuries, and two dogs died, according to the Times-Picayune.

The New Orleans fire occurred while the occupants of the home were sleeping. Whether the fire could have been prevented is unknown because the cause of the New Orleans fire is still under investigation.

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Have you suffered Louisiana fire and burn injuries? Did you lose property because of a Louisiana fire? Let the Louisiana fire and burn injury lawyers at Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers help you recoup.

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Aug

Louisiana fire on the water causes minor injuries

August 26, 2010

A fire on the water is what some people saw on their afternoon commute on the U.S. Highway 11 bridge, according to St. Tammany News.

Some motorists reported the Louisiana fire they saw while driving on the bridge, and two crabbers are certainly glad they did after their boat caught on fire due to what the crabbers claim was faulty wiring.

The boat was a total loss as a result of the Louisiana fire. The two boaters, though they refused to go to the hospital, suffered minor Louisiana fire and burn injuries.

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Have you ever been involved in a Louisiana fire? Did you suffer Louisiana fire and burn injuries or loss of property? Let the Louisiana fire and burn injury lawyers at Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers know about it.

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Aug

Juvenile flees scene of Shreveport fire

Fire safety is a concern for everyone because there are many household dangers that can lead to fires. However, sometimes a fire is the direct cause of another person’s actions rather than an accident or hazard.

That is what happened in a recent Shreveport fire, according to KTBS.

The Shreveport fire occurred on Amhurst and Sunset Acres where a storage unit in the backyard of a home caught fire. A juvenile was seen hopping the fence on the property where the Shreveport fire occurred.

No one suffered Shreveport fire and burn injuries as a result of the blaze, but it is under arson investigation.

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How do you think the juvenile who ran from the Shreveport fire can be found?

Have you suffered Louisiana fire and burn injuries? Have you lost property or suffered damage as a result of a Louisiana fire or burn injury? Tell the Louisiana fire and burn injury lawyers at Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers about it. Let them help you.

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Aug

Lafayette fire destroys home

August 5, 2010

Fire safety is something many people take for granted. It’s always something we prepare for but hardly something we keep in mind in day-to-day life. Therefore, putting the rules of fire safety in practice may be more difficult than you think.

A fire is a traumatic situation no matter what the circumstances, but it is always complicated and made worse by the loss of life and injuries.

Though their home was destroyed, a family that is dealing with a Lafayette fire fortunately will not have to worry about Lafayette fire injuries because they were not home at the time of the blaze, according to The Advertiser.

The Lafayette fire occurred on Herbert Road. The family was not home at the time of the Lafayette fire, but they are dealing with their destroyed home after the afternoon blaze.

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Have you ever been involved in a Lafayette fire? Did you have Lafayette fire and burn injuries? Tell the Louisiana fire and burn injury lawyers at Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers about it.

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Jul

Louisiana fire destroys home

July 29, 2010

The occurrence of a thunderstorm often requires citizens to practice safety precautions. In the case of severe weather, citizens may need to seek shelter, but sometimes safety precautions are not enough to protect your family or your home from the power of Mother Nature.

Unfortunately, one family felt Mother Nature’s power when lightning caused a Louisiana fire at their home, according to Houma Today.

The Louisiana fire occurred when neighbors reported hearing what sounded like a lightning strike against metal and seeing fire shooting from the home.

The Louisiana fire victims were not at home at the time of the blaze, and firefighters were able to rescue the family’s cat from the burning home.

The home was a total loss due to the Louisiana fire.

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Have you ever suffered Louisiana fire injuries? Tell the Louisiana fire and burn injury attorneys at Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers about your loss or injuries.

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Jul

Louisiana fire victims suffer a variety of injuries

July 22, 2010

We’ve been hearing all about the Gulf’s loss since the April 20 explosion that killed 11 people and continues to damage the environment. However, those aboard the rig live with more than the damages to the land, water, animal life, and the economy of the area.

According to Nola.com, the Louisiana fire injury victims who survived the explosion have more than just their fire injuries and the damages to cope with. Many of them have nightmares and PTSD as a result of the Louisiana fire.

Workers who escaped the explosion that caused a Louisiana fire and the ongoing Gulf oil spill also cope with the loss of coworkers.

The oil spill has overshadowed the lives lost and the emotional toll the Louisiana fire injury victims continue to experience.

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How do you feel about the Louisiana fire and explosion on the Deepwater Horizon oil rig?

Have you suffered Louisiana burn injuries as a result of a fire accident? Tell the Louisiana burn injury lawyers at Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers about it.

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Jun

New Orleans fire razes gas station

June 24, 2010

If you live near Chef Menteur, you may have been disturbed by the sound of sirens recently. According to WWLTV, a New Orleans fire razed a gas station.

The New Orleans fire destroyed the gas station’s interior and contents, but the overnight disturbance did not end with the New Orleans fire on Chef Menteur.

Police say shortly after firefighters were called to the scene of the New Orleans fire, gun shots were reported at the same location.

Investigation into the New Orleans fire continues. Authorities have not released a cause, but there was no mention of New Orleans fire and burn injuries as a result of the blaze.

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Have you ever suffered Louisiana fire and burn injuries? The Louisiana fire and burn lawyers at Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers may be able to help you. Tell us about your fire loss and burn injuries.

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