Blog Posts in 2016

• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 31-Oct-2016

  6 Severly Burned in Birmingham Gas Line Explosion

  On October 31, 2016, around 2:00 p.m., a massive explosion occurred while subcontractors were working on the Colonial petroleum gas pipeline, the largest conduit of gasoline in the United States. The gas explosion killed one worker and caused at ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 27-Sep-2016

  State of Emergency Issued After Colonial Pipeline Leak

  A massive leak from Colonial Pipeline’s Line 1 recently prompted both Alabama and Georgia to declare a state of emergency over concerns of fuel shortages after an estimated 346,000 gallons of gasoline spewed from an underground section of the ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 14-Sep-2016

  No Injuries Reported in Pascagoula Gas Plant Explosion

  Residents of Pascagoula, Mississippi were given quite a scare during the late night hours of Monday, June 27 th, 2016 when an explosion at a local gas plant shook the area, causing a massive plume of fire to shoot up and light the night sky. The ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 12-Sep-2016

  Burn Degrees

  When emergency responders and medical professionals treat a burn injury victim, they will categorize the burn injury by one degree or another. Most often, you will hear second-degree or third-degree burns, as these are the degrees that require ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 12-Aug-2016

  2 Dead, Dozens Injured After Apartment Explosion in Maryland

  In Silver Spring, Maryland, just north of Washington DC, rescue crews are still working to find several persons reported missing after a massive explosion leveled part of an apartment complex late Wednesday night. It has been confirmed that the blast ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 8-Jun-2016

  Headland, AL Man Suffers Severe Burns After Home Explosion

  A resident of Headland, Alabama, has recently undergone a first series of skin grafts after suffering severe burns to most of his body. In the early hours of June 2 nd, 2016, Wells’ home exploded, demolishing the structure and another home ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 26-May-2016

  Skin Grafting: Compensation for Long-Term Injuries

  Individuals who suffer severe burns are often required to undergo extensive skin graft surgeries in order to correct and treat their injuries. Even with costly skin graft procedures, lengthy hospital stays, and ongoing care, burn injuries can leave ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 19-May-2016

  RV Stoves: What the Manufacturers Aren't Telling You

  There are currently an estimated 10 million recreational vehicles (RVs) and travel trailers in use throughout the United States and Canada. While many people enjoy the use of these vehicles on camping trips and vacations, most are unaware that a ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 14-Mar-2016

  How Much Do Burn Injury Treatments Cost?

  Burn injuries can occur at work, but also from numerous types of accidents. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employees who have suffered chemical burns missed at least three days of work due to chemical burns, with thermal burn victims ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 10-Mar-2016

  Student Electrocuted By Under-Secured Campus Substation To Be Represented By Glenda Cochran

  Attorney Glenda Cochran is representing a local university student who suffered serious electrical injuries after his school allegedly failed to adequately mark and secure power substations located on campus. Glenda Cochran & Associates is a ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 10-Mar-2016

  Portable Stoves Can Cause Major Explosions

  Portable stoves are convenient and are often used for outdoor gatherings, such as cookouts, tailgates, and even on camping trips. These offer a very convenient way to cook meals when there is no immediate or direct access to a standing stove. These ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 7-Mar-2016

  What Are the Effects of Zofran Use in Pregnant Mothers?

  Women who have taken Zofran within the first eight weeks of pregnancy received Zofran prophylactically, or intravenously, may be placed at an unnecessary risk. Zofran, also known by its generic form, ondansetron, has been given to women suffering ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 24-Feb-2016

  What Not to Say to the Insurance Company after an Accident

  After an accident, do you know what the next steps to take are? Most people understand the importance of hiring an attorney who can assist with the claims process, filing lawsuits, and negotiate for a winning result on their behalf. More likely than ...

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• Posted By Glenda Cochran Associates Attorneys at Law 15-Feb-2016

  When a Truck Driver Falls Asleep at the Wheel

  The American Trucking Association reported that at least one out of every 15 individuals is working in the trucking industry. Each year, these truck drivers travel across miles and miles of road, carrying tens of billions of pounds of cargo. With ...

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