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Oil Field Accident Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Texas has one of the highest rates of oil field accidents due to the large oil and gas industry boom that the state has experienced in recent years. The risk of injury is very real for workers in this industry, so it is very important for them to be well informed in...
read moreSemi-Truck Accidents & Wrongful Death Claims
Losing a loved one in a truck accident can be a horrible tragedy, especially if it was the fault of a negligent driver. The untimely death of a loved one can be extremely painful for surviving family members, both emotionally and financially. If you have recently lost...
read moreHow an Expert Witness can Help You Secure Full Financial Compensation
Oilfield workers have some of the most dangerous jobs in the world. Work conditions and environmental challenges can lead to serious injuries - and at times even death. Thankfully, an expert witness can help to corroborate the significance of your injuries if you have...
read morePipeline Explosion Near Coyanosa Leaves 2 Injured
On the morning of Friday, November 23rd, a pipeline explosion at the Waha Gas Plant near Coyanosa, Texas took place. About the Explosion The explosion was said to have happened at approximately 10 a.m. on Friday. Fort Stockton and Imperial Fire Departments were sent...
read moreFiery Big Rig Accident Claims a Life in Harris County
On Monday, November 19th, an 18-wheeler accident in Harris County took the life of one individual. Details of the Accident An 18-wheeler slammed into a highway guardrail in Northwest Harris County before erupting into flames. Unfortunately, the driver was thrown from...
read moreThe 5 Most Toxic Substances in the Oilfield Industry
The oilfield industry has some of the most dangerous jobs in the United States. Work conditions can be harsh, weather is unpredictable, and hazardous machinery can lead to serious injuries. Most workers on an oilfield are aware of these dangers. However, there are...
read moreTwo Hardin County Workers Hospitalized After Falling Through Oil Rig Floor
On the evening of October 28, 2018, two Hardin County workers fell through an oil rig platform. The accident took place on a rig, roughly 5 miles away from Silsbee, Texas. Emergency responders arrived at the scene around 9:20 p.m. and transported the two men to the...
read more10 Students Injured in Bus Crash
On October 24th, a serious bus accident took place in Bastrop, leaving 10 children injured. Details of the Accident On the morning of Wednesday, October 24th, a Bastrop ISD bus was struck by an 18-wheeler traveling westbound on Highway 71. The driver of the...
read moreMississippi Oil Field Worker Falls Off Structure, Dies
On October 17, in Pascagoula, Mississippi, an oilfield worker for Performer Contracts fell to his death. The incident took place at a Chevron Company oil refinery along the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. The male victim fell from an elevated platform, a common workplace...
read moreLapeze & Johns Press Release
Headline: Trial Lawyers Lapeze & Johns Launch New Marketing Campaign Sub-headline: Lapeze & Johns, PLLC., launch a new marketing campaign to highlight their dedication to providing unmatched personal injury services in Texas and throughout the Gulf Coast. Body:...
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