Worker settles $22M lawsuit over burns from Wisconsin stadium explosion

The settlement was reached just days before the scheduled civil trial, highlighting the risks associated with construction work and the importance of safety standards.

• A worker severely burned in a 2022 explosion at the University of Wisconsin's Camp Randall Stadium has settled his lawsuit for $22 million.
• The incident occurred during renovation work when a flame torch ignited flammable materials, resulting in the worker suffering burns over 70% of his body.
• The lawsuit was settled 10 days before the civil trial was set to begin, avoiding a court battle.
• The general contractor, JP Cullen & Sons, did not admit to any wrongdoing as part of the settlement.
• The case underscores the critical need for adhering to safety standards, such as obtaining hot work permits, to prevent such accidents.

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