Brent Coon files lawsuit stemming from chemical release in Orange County

Brent Coon files lawsuit stemming from chemical release in Orange County

Brent Coon & Associates law firm filed the first of a number of lawsuits stemming from the railroad car chemical release in Orange County that sent more than 30 people to hospitals.

The Orange County Emergency Management Office says ethyl acrylate was released in controlled flaring from a railcar Thursday at the Eagle Railcar site on Foreman Road.

It led to a shelter-in-place request for residents of West Orange, Bridge City and Orangefield, and the closure of FM 1006. The shelter was lifted by 8 p.m.

READ MORE:

Brent Coon files lawsuit stemming from chemical release in Orange County (kfdm.com)

search

our offices

  • Beaumont Office

    215 Orleans St.
    Beaumont, TX 77701

  • Houston Office

    300 Fannin St.
    Suite 300
    Houston, TX 77002

  • Burbank Office

    4111 W. Alameda Avenue
    Suite 611
    Burbank, California 91505

  • Denver Office

    3801 E. Florida Ave.
    Suite 905
    Denver, CO 80210-2500

  • Philadelphia Office

    1500 Walnut Street
    Suite 2000
    Philadelphia, PA 19102

FROM THE BLOG

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Texas? Statute of Limitations Explained

You’re Injured, The Bills Are Piling Up, And You’re Terrified You’ll Miss The Deadline After a crash, fall, workplace incident, or other serious accident, it’s common to feel stuck in survival mode between doctor visits, missed work, insurance calls, and pain that doesn’t let you think straight. The problem is that Texas doesn’t pause the…

Understanding Comparative Negligence in Texas Personal Injury Claims

Understanding Why Fault Matters in Texas Personal Injury Cases In Texas, who is at fault—and by how much—plays a central role in whether an injured person can recover compensation. From crashes along I-10 in Houston, incidents on I-35 through Austin, or accidents on local roads in Plano, Beaumont, or McAllen, fault is not always clear-cut.…

What to Do Immediately After a Truck Accident in Texas: A 24-Hour Timeline

What to Do After a Truck Accident in Texas A truck accident can change your life in seconds. The force of a commercial truck crash often leads to serious injuries, high medical bills, and lasting stress. Knowing what to do after a truck accident helps protect your health, preserve vital evidence, and support your claim…