Federal safety authorities are launching an investigation to determine if a gas explosion was the cause of the collapse. Reporters have stated that just minutes before the explosion, a resident of the apartment building had called in to complain about an odor. Natural gas is an extremely dangerous product, and leaks can cause fires and explosions, resulting in tremendous property loss, injury, and death. The safety precautions taken by the gas industry have been proven time and time again to be inadequate. Have questions about this topic, call us.

The Beattie Law Firm has handled natural gas and other explosive gas litigation on behalf of victims of fires and explosions for over 30 years. Our results speak for itself. Please see our verdicts and settlements for gas explosions linked here. If you or a loved one becomes a victim of a natural gas explosion, contact the Beattie Law Firm today for a free consolation.

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