Oil and Gas Injuries
There are over 2000 oil rigs located in North America and the US one of the top oil producing countries in the world. Many of these rigs are located in Texas and Eastern New Mexico. When an accident happens in the oilfield or at a refinery, it can have devastating effects for both the community and the individual workers. Most oil rig workers typically work a hard 12 hours per day or longer; demands for increased productivity are high; there is a shortage of oil rig workers; and working conditions are dangerous. Therefore the likelihood of oil rig injuries and accidents is high. Some of the more common injuries in an oil field are blowouts or well fires, falls from platforms, or injuries sustained when equipment is dropped and lands on a worker.
While many oil rig accidents are the result of human error or due to someone else’s negligence, serious injuries and even fatal accidents can occur as a result of equipment failure, exposure to hazardous chemicals and asbestos, and exposure to harsh elements. If you or someone you love has been injured during any kind of accident on an oil rig, contact John Gibson + Associates immediately. We regularly handle cases of persons involved in oil and gas related injuries. We have successfully handled cases for persons burned, exposed to hazardous chemicals, involved in explosions, falls from rigs and falling equipment.
Because of the hazardous nature of the oil and gas industry, when accidents occur the company is quick to cover their tracks. Their lawyers and insurance companies will often make quick low ball settlement offers or seek to shift the responsibility to the workers. In cases like these, time is of the essence. Seeking out the advice of an experienced attorney is extremely important.
Get the Help That You Need in Your Case
When representing clients in oil and gas related cases, we always prepare each case as if it will eventually go to trial. Our approach makes certain that we obtain for you what you deserve following a tragic accident. To find out how our approach can help you in your case, contact us at John Gibson + Associates for a consultation.
