Williford Law | Legal Representation for Gas Explosions, Leaks, and Utility Negligence
When Natural Gas Becomes a Danger Instead of a Utility, We Hold the Right People Accountable
Natural gas is used to heat homes, power appliances, and fuel businesses. But when it’s poorly installed, inadequately maintained, or allowed to leak unchecked, it becomes a silent and explosive threat.
At Williford Law, we represent individuals and families across Texas who have suffered injuries or lost loved ones due to natural gas explosions, leaks, and carbon monoxide exposure. Whether the fault lies with a utility company, property owner, or contractor, we will pursue full justice and compensation for what you’ve lost.
Common Causes of Natural Gas Accidents
| Type of Hazard | Where and How It Happens |
| Gas line leaks | Delayed response to reports, poor maintenance, and failure to shut off gas |
| Improper appliance hookups | Faulty gas stoves, water heaters, or dryers in homes or rentals |
| Utility negligence | Delayed response to reports, poor maintenance, failure to shut off gas |
| Construction damage | Workers strike gas lines without proper location mapping or permits |
| Faulty meters or regulators | Overpressurization, sudden releases, or defective sensors |
| Improper ventilation | Leads to dangerous carbon monoxide buildup |
| No gas detectors installed | Failure by landlords or HOAs to follow safety codes |
We conduct immediate investigations, retain utility experts, and preserve gas logs, inspection records, and safety documentation to build the strongest case possible.
Severe Injuries Caused by Natural Gas Explosions or Exposure
Victims of gas-related accidents often face life-altering trauma, including:
- Burns (first- through third-degree) requiring grafts or reconstruction
- Carbon monoxide poisoning can lead to brain damage or death
- Blast injuries, shrapnel wounds, or traumatic amputations
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) from explosions or building collapses
- Smoke inhalation and internal respiratory damage
- Permanent disfigurement, paralysis, or blindness
- Wrongful death, often in cases involving structural collapse or mass explosion
We partner with burn specialists, toxicologists, life care planners, and structural engineers to ensure the full scope of your losses is proven and valued.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Natural Gas Accidents?
| Potential Defendant | Legal Responsibility |
| Gas utility company | Failed to monitor, maintain, or respond to reports of leaks |
| Property owner / landlord | Knew of unsafe appliances or leaks and failed to fix them |
| HVAC / plumbing contractors | Improperly installed or serviced gas lines, furnaces, or water heaters |
| Homeowners associations (HOAs) | Failed to enforce or provide required inspections or detectors |
| Product manufacturer | Distributed a defective meter, valve, or appliance that led to an explosion |
| Construction company | Damaged a gas line or failed to locate one before digging |
Texas law allows us to pursue multiple parties and their insurers when a gas-related disaster occurs.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
At Williford Law, we pursue full and fair damages for individuals and families affected by natural gas accidents, including:
- Emergency care, hospital bills, and surgeries
- Burn treatment, skin grafts, and prosthetics
- Treatment for CO poisoning or neurological injury
- Lost income and future earnings
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Emotional distress and psychological trauma
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of use of home or property
- Wrongful death damages for spouses, children, and parents
- Punitive damages for egregious safety failures
These cases are often catastrophic, and we approach them with the depth and firepower they demand.
Why Choose Williford Law?
- Focused on explosion, fire, wrongful death, and utility-related negligence cases
- Trial-ready approach supported by top engineers, burn experts, and code compliance professionals
- Compassionate guidance for survivors and families in shock, trauma, or grief
- Willing to take on utility giants, large HOAs, or national contractors
- No upfront fees — you don’t pay unless we recover compensation for you
You’ve been through the unimaginable. Now you need a firm that fights like everything is on the line — because it is.
FAQs: Texas Natural Gas Injury Claims
Can I sue the utility company?
Yes — if they failed to maintain their gas lines, respond to warnings, or safely supply gas, they may be liable under negligence or gross negligence claims.
What if this happened at my apartment or rental home?
Landlords and property managers are responsible for maintaining safe gas appliances and ventilation. You may have a premises liability or landlord negligence case.
What if I was exposed to carbon monoxide but didn’t have burns?
Carbon monoxide injuries are just as serious, and we handle cases involving brain damage, memory loss, or death caused by toxic exposure.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Texas has a 2-year statute of limitations, but don’t wait. Evidence disappears quickly, including utility records, gas readings, and damage assessments.
