Workers' Comp Is Not Enough
When an oil rig explodes or a pipeline bursts, the injuries are often life-altering: severe burns, amputations, or death. While Workers' Comp covers basic bills, it does not pay for pain and suffering or punitive damages.
The "Third Party" Lawsuit: Often, the accident was caused by a separate contractor (e.g., a fracing crew, a transport driver, or an equipment manufacturer). We sue these third parties to recover the millions of dollars that Workers' Comp won't pay.
Types of Oilfield Cases We Handle
- Blowouts / Well Control Failures: Sudden release of pressure causing fire.
- H2S Gas Exposure: Toxic leaks leading to brain injury or death.
- Equipment Failure: Defective tongs, winches, or top drives.
- Transportation: Heavy haul truck accidents on lease roads.
Preserving the Site
Evidence disappears fast in the oil patch. Companies will bulldoze a site within days of an explosion. We have emergency response teams ready to fly drones and document the scene before the evidence is destroyed.