Mine Fires and Explosions

Any person who works in a mine or a mineral processing facility faces serious fire and explosion risks each day. Mining has been a leading cause of serious injuries and fatalities in the workplace for an entire century. Since 1900, more than 100,000 miners have died as a direct result of injuries in coal mining accidents.

Mining Accidents

Although recent advancements in technology and safety requirements have helped to protect workers, often companies fail to take enough responsibility for their workers in this dangerous profession. As a result, victims and families are left with devastating losses after a mining accident. Over the last ten years, 450 people have died in coal mining accidents, an average of 45 deaths each year. Of these fatalities, up to 15 percent were reportedly directly caused by mine fires and explosions.

Over the years, labor unions have pushed for safer conditions for workers, and recent government regulations have required mining companies to take more responsibility for the safety and security of their workers. Additionally, advances in technology have helped create safer conditions. Unfortunately, accidents can still occur, especially when mining corporations fail to adhere to standards designed to protect miners and save lives in the event of an explosion or fire.

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If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in mine explosion or fire, contact the fire and explosion lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ® today at 800-242-2874 to speak with an experienced attorney about your legal options.