Recent Blog Posts
The Connection Between Sleep Deprivation and Oilfield Injuries
Hundreds of oil and gas workers in Louisiana have lost their lives in fatigue-related accidents. This is one of the key causes of worker fatalities in the industry. If you were injured on an oilfield because your employer forced you to work for long hours in arduous conditions or because of the sleep-deprived negligent… Read More »
Mental Health and Oilfield Injuries
There is a growing focus on mental health disorders related to on-the-job injuries and illnesses. In fact, it has become a serious public health issue worldwide. The dangerous nature of the oil and gas industry often results in workers suffering from long-term mental health problems following a severe work-related accident. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),… Read More »
Mandeville Pedestrian Accident
If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, you need a capable and experienced lawyer who can protect your rights, take on the insurance company, and get you the settlement you deserve. The dedicated Mandeville, LA personal injury lawyers at Trainor Law Firm have represented numerous pedestrian accident victims over the years and… Read More »
The Long-Term Effects of Oilfield Injuries
The road to recovery in the aftermath of an oilfield accident can be long and arduous. Medical costs, loss of wages, and pain and suffering can amount to hundreds of thousands of dollars. It can also be difficult to cope with the emotional anguish resulting from long-term injuries. Considering the high financial stakes involved,… Read More »
The Importance of Seeking Medical Attention After an Oilfield Injury
The aftermath of an oilfield accident can be chaotic. Working on oil rigs and related fields is considered among the most dangerous jobs in the US. There is always a high likelihood of accidental injury, particularly because oilfield employers often cut corners on safety in order to lower their costs of operations. Moreover, the… Read More »
Excessive Noise: A Common Hazard in The Oil and Gas Industry
Noise is one of the most common occupational hazards in the US, with occupational hearing loss ranking as the most frequently reported work-related illness. Workers in the oil and gas industry are at a particularly high risk of excessive noise exposure. A large number of oilfield workers suffer hearing loss and other impairments every… Read More »
The Hazards of Confined Space Entry for Oil and Gas Workers
Confined spaces in oil and gas fields increase the injury and fatality risk of workers from explosions, fires, asphyxiation, drowning, and loss of consciousness. The work area is often small and restrictive in an oilfield, such as the inside of tanks or pipes. The oil and gas companies have a legal duty to provide… Read More »
Oilfield Accidents Caused by Equipment Failures
Oilfield and oil rig workers handle high-speed equipment and heavy machinery on a daily basis. This increases the potential for serious on-site accidents, which may result in catastrophic injuries and even death. Negligent employer practices, such as defective equipment failure, inadequate safety regulations, lack of safety gear, absence of warning systems, and poor employee… Read More »
The Importance of an Accident Reconstruction Specialist in Your Case
Seemingly minor details related to your accident can make or break your case when you are claiming compensation for a motor vehicle accident injury. Accident reconstruction experts can help clear things when there is inadequate evidence, ambiguities in statements, and parties pointing fingers at each other, among other things. With help from a skilled… Read More »
Pre-Existing Conditions: You’re Still Entitled to Fair Compensation After an Oilfield Injury
Working in an oilfield is never without risks. Accidents are all too common even when the workers practice all the necessary safety protocols. In many cases, pre-existing medical conditions can also get aggravated or enhanced if you were involved in an oilfield accident. The injury may leave you with more treatments, medical bills, loss… Read More »
