Oil Rig Accidents

Oil Rig Injury Claims & Lawsuits

Working on an oil rig may be one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. Workers may work a tough eight to twelve hour shift in turbulent and hazardous conditions, putting them at a high risk for accidents and injuries, such as oil rig explosions, spills, and other mishaps. These accidents can result in serious, even catastrophic injuries as well as exposure to hazardous and toxic chemicals. The results can lead to extensive hospitalizations, rehabilitative treatment, and even death.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an oil rig accident, it is important to seek the legal guidance of an attorney who is well-versed in such accidents. Because these types of accidents are evaluated per maritime law, you will need an attorney experienced in these laws and the procedures associated with injury claims and lawsuits concerning them. We urge you to contact an attorney at Doan Law Firm, where we have been representing oil rig workers for many years. Our firm is highly experienced in handling claims of this nature seeking financial compensation for oil rig injury victims and their families.

Oil Rig Injury Cases

Oil rig accidents may be caused by the mistakes of employees and management as well as through faulty or defective equipment, poorly maintained equipment, or other forms of negligence. A Houston oil rig injury lawyer at the firm can investigate and review all of the relevant facts and evidence of your case in order to determine who the responsible parties may be and pursue your injury claim against them. By working with an attorney who is highly knowledgeable in this field, you will increase your chances for a favorable result in achieving compensation for damages. Damages you may be entitled to include medical expenses, potential future medical expenses, loss of income, pain, suffering, and more.