Contact our oilfield accident lawyers in Roswell if you or a loved one was injured while working. We can help you determine who is liable for your injuries and recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other damages.
Working in the oil and gas industry is a very dangerous job. These workers put themselves at risk every time they are on the job. At Trenchard & Hoskins, we know the hazards that oilfield workers face and are dedicated to helping injury victims recover the compensation they deserve.
If you are interested in scheduling a free consultation with our legal team, please contact us online or call (575) 622-7774.
Oilfields are highly dangerous places, and there are many different ways in which injury can occur at these job sites. In addition to the risks that are present in any industrial job, such as falls and equipment injuries, oilfield workers are at risk for injuries that are unique to their industry. Working at an oilfield requires interaction with toxic and volatile chemicals which can cause injury. Oilfield workers may need to drive a lot for work as well, which contributes to an added risk of motor vehicle accidents.
Some of the most frequently occurring types of oilfield accidents involve:
Machinery defects
Explosions
Toxic exposure
Motor vehicle accidents
Slip and fall accidents
Oilfield accidents often result in severe injuries. A person who has been injured in an oilfield accident may struggle long-term with pain, mobility issues, and other symptoms. In most cases, oilfield workers who are injured on the job will need to pay substantial medical bills. Oilfield accidents can also be fatal.
An oilfield accident can result in injuries such as:
Traumatic brain injuries and other brain injuries
Bone fractures
Muscle strain and tears
Burns
Spinal cord injuries
There are multiple parties who may be liable for your injuries if you have been harmed in an oilfield accident. In many cases, the cause of accidents can be traced to the negligence of an oil company that has not taken the proper precautions to protect their employees from injury. If an injury is caused by mechanical issues, the equipment manufacturer, safety inspectors, and others could be liable for resulting injuries and damages. In cases of motor vehicle accidents, a third-party driver could be found responsible.
Send us a message or call (575) 622-7774 to schedule a free consultation with our oilfield accident attorneys in Roswell.
The legal team of Trenchard & Hoskins has extensive experience helping oilfield workers recover the compensation they deserve after they have been injured on the job. It is our goal to help injured oilfield workers recover the full scope of compensation they are entitled to, including for medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses. We are available to discuss the details of your oilfield accident case and begin working with you on your injury claim.
We have represented the victims of oilfield accidents in many cases since the founding of our firm in 1978. Our record speaks for itself, and we will work with you to achieve a successful result as we have many times before.
Our past verdicts and settlements in oilfield accident cases include:
$14.5 million recovered after an oilfied accident resulted in a wrongful death claim.
$2.2 million recovered for an injury victim in Sandoval v Baker Hughes Oilfield Operations, Inc.
Established the positional risk doctrine in Texas in Lujan v Houston General Ins. Co.
Recovered damages, including punitive damages, for oilfield workers in Beneficial Personnel Services v Rey.
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