Family of Worker Killed in Refinery Accident Must Arbitrate Gross Negligence Claims

A Texas appellate court ruled that the family of a worker killed in a refinery accident had to arbitrate their gross negligence claims, pursuant to an agreement the worker signed when he was hired. Case: Turner Specialty Services LLC v. Horn, No. 01-24-00097-CV, 02/24/2026, published. Facts: Turner Specialty Services LLC provides turnaround maintenance services at refineries and petrochemical facilities in states along the Gulf of Mexico, including Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas. Justin Horn worked for TSS. When he was hired, Horn signed an arbitration agreement. It required...