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June 2021 Newsletter

The Collins Law Firm Files Class Action Lawsuit Against Chemtool for Explosion

The Collins Law Firm, P.C. has filed a Class Action lawsuit against Chemtool Incorporated for the explosion that occurred at their Rockton, Illinois plant on June 14, 2021. The explosion resulted in an enormous chemical fire that created a massive plume of toxic smoke, ash, and debris that could be seen from 100 miles away. Eighty-nine fire departments were dispatched to the site to aid in combating the fire.

As a result of the fire, the Winnebago County authorities issued an executive proclamation of disaster emergency and ordered a mandatory evacuation of residents living within a one-mile radius of the plant. The affected residents were directed not to return home even for medication, technology and communication devices, or other personal items.

Authorities also advised residents within three miles of the plant to wear masks for protection against the potentially toxic and harmful chemicals released by the fire, and to remain indoors without using their air conditioning. Residents were further warned not to touch any of the debris on their property but to have it removed by professionals with experience working with hazardous materials.

The lawsuit seeks property damages for nuisance, trespass, and the loss of use and enjoyment of their homes. The plaintiffs allege that Chemtool was negligent and failed to exercise the reasonable care that would have prevented the explosion, fire, and smoke, and dust plume that inundated the community.

“We look forward to representing the residents and business owners who have been severely impacted by the explosion at the Chemtool plant and hope to recover for them everything that they have lost as a result of this disaster.” said attorney Ed Manzke. The residents will be represented by Mr. Manzke and attorney Shawn Collins of The Collins Law Firm.

About The Collins Law Firm: The Collins Law Firm represents families against polluters throughout the United States, fighting for clean air, soil and water, and compensation for injury to property and health caused by dangerous chemicals dumped and spilled into the environment. For more information on The Collins Law Firm please visit: www.collinslaw.com.

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Chicago Tribune: https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-biz-rockton-chemical-fire-lawsuit-20210621-l5lqbhnlczgvdnrt2w6zmhzb3u-story.html *

Union Bulletin: https://www.union-bulletin.com/illinois-homeowners-file-class-action-lawsuit-over-massive-chemical-fire/article_0495bbf9-b3a6-5469-98e3-da25baf9fccd.html *

WREX: https://wrex.com/2021/06/21/rockton-residents-file-civil-suit-against-chemtool-and-lubrizol/ *

https://wrex.com/2021/06/21/class-action-lawsuit-filed-against-chemtool-following-massive-fire

Rockford Register Star: https://www.rrstar.com/story/news/2021/06/21/chemtool-accused-negligence-lawsuit-over-rockton-chemical-fire/7770072002/ *

https://www.rrstar.com/story/news/2021/06/21/lubrizols-chemtool-accused-negligence-class-action-lawsuits/7774140002

WBBM 780: https://www.audacy.com/wbbm780/news/local/class-action-lawsuit-filed-in-chemical-plant-explosion

WGN 9: https://wgntv.com/news/rockton-residents-suing-chemtool-and-parent-company-over-damages-caused-by-chemical-plant-fire/

My State Line: https://www.mystateline.com/news/local-news/rockton-residents-suing-chemtool-and-parent-company-over-chemical-plant-fire/

ABC 7: https://abc7chicago.com/health/class-action-lawsuit-filed-over-rockton-chemical-plant-fire-/10814567/

Law 360: https://www.law360.com/illinois/articles/1395812/chemical-co-slapped-with-class-action-over-plant-explosion

WKOW: https://wkow.com/2021/06/21/class-action-lawsuit-filed-against-chemtool-following-massive-fire/

WSIL: https://wsiltv.com/2021/06/21/class-action-lawsuit-filed-against-chemtool-following-massive-fire/

KCRG TV: https://www.kcrg.com/2021/06/22/residents-file-lawsuit-against-chemtool-after-fire/

WTVO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfMVcDDFVcQ

Yahoo News: https://news.yahoo.com/rockton-homeowners-file-class-action-214500032.html

Daily Legal Press: http://dailylegalpress.com/rockton-homeowners-file-class-action-lawsuit-against-chemtool-lubrizol-corporation-over-chemical-plant-explosion-fire/

Fox 32: https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/946993

Bloomberg Law: https://news.bloomberglaw.com/class-action/chemical-fire-at-buffett-owned-illinois-plant-prompts-lawsuit

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