When a construction worker fell while using appropriate fall-protection equipment, questions arose about equipment design, appropriate anchorage points, worker training, and the responsibilities of those involved in the project. Baker & O’Brie...

An explosion at a petrochemical storage terminal disrupted the operations of several chemical companies whose products were stored there, leading to a dispute involving the terminal operator’s process safety management. Baker & O’Brien evaluat...

When severe winter weather disrupts natural gas deliveries, pipeline curtailments can lead to complex disputes over payment for gas supplied to pipelines exceeding the quantities scheduled for delivery to customers. Baker & O’Brien evaluated t...

A lump sum procure and build contractor claimed that the owner disrupted efficient project execution through changes and delays in engineering deliverables on a megaproject. Baker & O'Brien analyzed change orders, engineering deliverables, pro...

A dispute arose following a refinery acquisition, when the buyer identified defects in a storage tank and alleged the condition resulted from non-compliant inspections and repairs. Baker & O’Brien applied its expertise in terminal and refinery...

An alleged connection between a refinery pipefitter’s mesothelioma and historical asbestos exposure created a complex dispute requiring reconstruction of decades-old workplace conditions. Baker & O’Brien applied its refinery construction exper...