Brazoria County Oilfield Accident Attorney

Pursuing the Full Worth of an Oilfield Accident Claim

Oilfield injuries are often catastrophic. 

Oilfield accidents can often result in:

• Burn injuries
• Broken bones
• Crush injuries
• Respiratory damage
• Exposure to toxic chemicals
• Permanent disability and other catastrophic injuries
• Wrongful death

Explosions, falls from drilling platforms, heavy equipment, and the physical demands of oilfield work can mean that many workers can’t simply move into a lighter role while they recover. Their lives and livelihood have been forced to come to a stop. Our oilfield accident lawyer accounts for the full scope of these losses, including future medical expenses and future lost earning capacity if you’re unable to return to the same type of work. Workers’ compensation benefits may not be enough, and you may have cause to file a personal injury lawsuit to pursue the full compensation that you need.

Common Sources of Liability in Oilfield Cases

Depending on the circumstances, a claim may involve:

• The well operator, for unsafe conditions or inadequate safety oversight
• A drilling or service contractor, for negligent equipment operation
• An equipment manufacturer or rental company, if defective machinery caused the injury
• A staffing agency, if inadequate training or supervision contributed to the accident

Many oilfield workers are classified as independent contractors, which can affect whether workers’ compensation applies, and whether a direct negligence claim against the operator is available. Our attorney reviews these classifications carefully, lest a misclassification be used by an employer or insurance company to limit a worker’s legal options.