Oilfields and oil refineries are common sites in the great state of Texas. However, with these oil-related jobs come a number of oilfield and oil refinery accidents. These job sites are, by nature, rather dangerous places to work. But oil workers have a right to a safe working environment. Employers must legally provide job sites that allow workers to get their jobs done without the threat of incurring grave injury or death. If you or a loved one has been injured at an oilfield or oil refinery job site in Texas, or you are curious about what might happen if an incident did occur, here’s what you need to know.
Common Types of Oilfield or Oil Refinery Injuries
Unfortunately, there are many different ways that things could go wrong at an oilfield or oil refinery and result in injury. Common personal injuries include severe burns, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, bone fractures or breaks, toxic chemical exposure, paralysis, concussion, and coma. There are numerous factors at play when creating unsafe conditions that could cause one of the above injuries. It could be that the working conditions are unsafe, that employees had inadequate training, tools or equipment could malfunction or be in poor condition, or there could be gas leaks and oil spills that make the environment more dangerous.
Legal Options to Recover Damages
If you are injured at an oilfield or oil refinery, you could take legal action. You may also be able to file a claim for worker’s compensation through your employer. However, you also have the option of filing a personal injury lawsuit with the help of an experienced Texas personal injury attorney. If you can prove negligence on your employers’ part, you may be able to recover some of your financial damages from your injury. If you think that this option could be for you, make sure you consult with Texas lawyers you trust. They can guide you through your case and increase your chances of a payout.
CONTACT HERRMAN & HERRMAN IF YOU HAVE BEEN INJURED IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF ACCIDENTS:
We can help you if you have been harmed by the following:
- Car accidents – Our lawyers have extensive experience handling car accident cases. We will work to identify the party or parties at fault for the crash and build a case to demonstrate persuasively how the parties caused the accident and your injuries. We will seek fair and full compensation through a negotiated settlement or at trial if necessary.
- Truck accidents – Thousands of large commercial trucks travel the roads of Texas every single day. Unfortunately, careless truck drivers and trucking companies disregarding safety put innocent people at risk of serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, let our experienced Texas personal injury lawyers stand up to the trucking companies and insurers on your behalf.
- Motorcycle accidents – Motorcycle riders often suffer grievous injuries in crashes caused by other motorists. Too many motorcycle accidents in Corpus Christi are caused by careless drivers who don’t look for motorcycle riders or violate their right of way. Our personal injury lawyers will work to cut through the bias and stigma against motorcycle riders. Our goal is to seek the financial compensation that you’ll need to recover from a serious motorcycle accident and injuries such as bone fractures, road rash, or traumatic brain injury.
- Product liability – Product manufacturers have a legal obligation to make products that are safe for their intended uses and to warn consumers of any risks that may come with the product. When products have design or manufacturing defects or undisclosed dangers, the product manufacturer may be legally responsible for injuries suffered by consumers. Our attorneys can help you evaluate whether you have a valid product liability claim.
- Brain injury – Brain injuries can leave accident victims with disabilities that leave them unable to work or perform many tasks of daily living. Seeking compensation for a brain injury in an accident often proves incredibly complex. The brain injury survivor may seek compensation for anticipated future medical care and the medical care already provided. Our personal injury lawyers can help you through the difficult recovery process following a brain injury and will fight to make sure you have the resources you need.
- Spinal injury – Spinal cord injuries could cost millions of dollars of care over the course of the victim’s lifetime, especially when those injuries result in partial or complete paralysis, such as paraplegia or quadriplegia. If you or your loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, you deserve compassionate legal representation. Our attorney can help you determine whether you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injury and expenses related to living with the disability, such as making a home more accessible.
- Wrongful death – If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent or reckless actions of another party, your family deserves to seek accountability and compensation from those at fault for the wrongful death. Our caring and dedicated attorneys can help guide you and your family through this difficult and painful time and seek justice for your loved one.
