Oilfield Injuries
The oil and gas industry is dangerous for any worker. According to the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), hundreds of thousands of workers are employed in oil and gas, and to get the job done, specialized equipment and crews are necessary. However, due to the many hazards that exist on the work site, it is not uncommon for workers to be injured on the job or lose their lives to fatal job-related injuries.
U.S. crude oil is produced on federal offshore lands and in 32 states in the nation, Louisiana being one of them. Workers in the oilfields understand the perils that they face to get their jobs done, and sometimes, the worst happens, and an oilfield injury accident takes place. An oilfield worker in this situation must understand their legal rights to obtain compensation for their financial damages.
Philip B. Adams can speak with you about your Louisiana oilfield accident and discuss your legal options for recovering compensation. When an oilfield accident happens, taking legal action for compensation can be very challenging and complicated, especially when you are suffering from painful injuries or if you tragically lost a loved one.
Attorney Adams can investigate oilfield accidents and fight on behalf of victims to secure the total compensation they are entitled to from all liable parties.
Contact Attorney Adams for a complimentary initial meeting for your injury case.
Recoverable Damages from Your Louisiana Oilfield Injury
Oilfield accidents can cause considerable injuries, including:
Burn injuries
Exposure to toxic materials leading to chronic and deadly disease development
Crushing injuries
Impaling injuries
Fall injuries
Injuries from being struck by objects
Amputation injuries
Head injuries
Broken bones
Disfigurement
When an oilfield accident happens, it can be confusing and scary, but knowing what to do and what your rights are can help. While it may seem like the logical solution is for you to file a workers’ compensation claim and then collect benefits, the opposite is true. In Louisiana, individuals who provide services related to exploring the development, production, or transportation of minerals like oil cannot collect workers’ compensation benefits. Instead, you may be able to secure compensation using one of the following federal statutes:
Jones Act allows offshore workers to recover economic and noneconomic damages.
Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) allows workers on land to recover medical expenses, disability benefits, and potentially more.
Seeking compensation after an oilfield accident can be complex, especially when determining what approach applies. Attorney Adams can assist you with selecting the best way to secure the financial recovery you need after an oilfield injury accident.
Our Louisiana attorney at the Law Offices of Philip B. Adams offers complimentary initial consultations to assist you. After the signing of a contract, attorney Adams can begin gathering evidence to quickly build your case.
Speak to a Louisiana Accident Attorney Today
Attorney Adams is prepared and ready to assess your case and protect your rights to compensation. If you have questions about your legal options after a Louisiana oilfield accident, contact the Law Offices of Philip B. Adams today for a free case evaluation.