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According to Texas Economic Development & Tourism, Texas is the largest energy-producing state in the nation, with fossil fuels, renewables, and alternative sources all playing a dominant role in the state’s energy sector. Texas also leads the nation in oil and gas production, representing 30% of all establishments in the U.S. With this sector employing more than 422,000 Texans, oil and gas production directly and indirectly supports 1.37 million Texas jobs.
Unfortunately, this also means oil and gas incidents, injuries, and fatalities are prominent in Texas due to the state’s significant concentration of drilling and extraction operations, which inherently involve high-risk activities.
The demanding and often hazardous nature of the work—such as handling volatile substances, operating heavy machinery, and working in extreme conditions—dramatically increases the potential for serious incidents. Additionally, the pressure to maintain production levels can sometimes lead to lapses in safety protocols and insufficient worker training. The combination of these factors and the sheer volume of operations contribute to the high incidence of injuries and fatalities in Texas’s oil and gas sector.
When these incidents disrupt the lives of workers and families in Northeast Texas, our dedicated Marshall oil and gas industry injury attorneys provide exceptional legal service and representation from an honest and caring standpoint.
The Carlile Law Firm, LLP handles all kinds of cases, large and small. We don’t focus on the size of a case but solely on helping Harrison County residents recover physically, emotionally, and financially after another person or party’s negligence has changed their lives.
Contact our Marshall oil and gas industry injury lawyers today and learn how we can put our over 100 years of combined experience to work for you and your family.
According to last year’s Centers for Disease Control report, Texas leads the nation in oil-industry-related deaths, with 219 deaths over five years. Last year, 41 of the 83 occupational fatalities in the U.S. oil and gas extraction industries occurred in Texas.
Some of the most common causes of oil and gas industry incidents, injuries, and fatalities included, but are not limited to:
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in an oil or gas industry incident, contact our skilled personal injury lawyers in Marshall today to get the help you need to hold the liable party accountable for your complete financial recovery.
When you work with us, you’ll get sound advice from a trustworthy legal team who will fight for the outcome you deserve so you can return to your daily activities and the quality of life you enjoyed before the incident changed everything.
In Texas, several parties can be held liable for oil and gas industry incidents, injuries, and fatalities, depending on the circumstances of the incident.
Potentially liable parties include:
Oil and gas companies or employers can be liable for failing to provide a safe working environment, inadequate training, or neglecting safety protocols.
Companies or individuals hired to perform specific tasks can be held responsible if their negligence or failure to follow safety procedures leads to an incident.
Drilling rigs, machinery, and other equipment manufacturers can be held liable if product defects or malfunctions cause incidents or injuries.
Owners of the land or facilities where oil and gas operations occur can be held liable if hazardous conditions on their property contribute to an incident.
Site supervisors and managers can be held accountable for failing to enforce safety regulations, properly supervise workers, or address known hazards.
Companies responsible for transporting equipment, materials, or personnel can be liable if their negligence, such as unsafe driving practices or vehicle maintenance failures, leads to an incident.
Safety inspection firms or individuals can be held liable if they fail to identify and address safety hazards that lead to incidents.
Companies responsible for maintaining equipment and facilities can be liable if inadequate maintenance or repairs result in incidents.
Vendors supplying faulty materials, equipment, or services can be held liable if their products or actions contribute to an incident.
Organizations or individuals responsible for training workers can be liable if inadequate or improper training leads to incidents.
Liability in oil and gas incidents is often determined based on negligence, product liability, and premises liability. Legal claims may involve workers’ compensation, personal injury lawsuits, or wrongful death claims, depending on the specific details of your incident. If your Texas employer does not have workers’ compensation insurance or a third party is liable for your injuries or the loss of your loved one, we can help with your claim, starting with a free consultation.
At the Carlile Law Firm, LLP, our dedicated oil and gas industry injury lawyers in Marshall understand that we—our attorneys, support staff, and clients—share the same small community. Our goal is to protect our fellow Texans from negligence by standing up for what is right, serving the interests of injured individuals and families who have lost their loved ones, and contributing to a safer and more just society.
Contact our experienced Harrison County oil and gas industry injury attorneys today to discuss your case with trusted Marshall, Texas community members and learn how we can use our over 100 combined years of experience to help you.
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