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Dallas apartment explosion victim files $1 billion lawsuit against Atmos
By Steven Rosenbaum at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
A man who was badly injured in the gas explosion at a Dallas apartment building has filed a lawsuit against Atmos seeking more than $1 billion in damages. A new filing in Dallas County court alleges that the gas company's negligence caused the explosion that left three people dead and others inju...
Key takeaway Attorneys filed the lawsuit on behalf of Eric Peters, who was working from home in his second-floor apartment in The Clyde when the explosion happened on May 28.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The lawsuit filed by Eric Peters against Atmos has significant implications for the Dallas-Fort Worth community, particularly in Southlake where residents rely on the gas company for their daily needs. The allegations of negligence and failure to properly maintain gas infrastructure raise concerns about the safety of residents in the area. The fact that Atmos crews had identified old orange gas pipes prone to leaks in the area, including in Southlake's neighboring cities, and yet failed to take adequate action, is troubling. As the case moves forward, it will be important to watch how Atmos responds to the allegations and what steps the company takes to ensure the safety of its infrastructure in Southlake and surrounding areas. The preservation of evidence from the explosion site will also be crucial in determining the cause of the explosion and assigning liability.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 3 min
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