Offshore Oil Rig Explosion Lawyers

Morrow & Sheppard LLP is a law firm representing individuals and families who have suffered from maritime injuries and loss of life resulting from oil rig explosions and fires. Our firm has offshore oil rig explosion lawyers with extensive experience in handling offshore injury and wrongful death claims. Over the years, our aggressive advocates have successfully maximized compensation and found justice for our clients. Our team of experienced offshore oil rig explosion lawyers is available 24/7 to provide free, confidential consultations and discuss your legal rights. We also handle accidents, maritime accidents, and explosions involving catastrophic injury or wrongful death in Texas, Louisiana, and New Mexico.

What is an Offshore Rig Explosion?

Offshore oil and gas extraction is a dangerous industry with a collective fatality rate higher than any other industry. An offshore oil rig explosion is catastrophic and can result in severe injuries and fatalities. These accidents can result from various factors, including equipment failure, human error, and natural disasters. The resulting injuries are often severe and life-changing, and they may include:

Burns
Broken bones
Traumatic brain injury
Spinal cord injuries
Death or suffering fatal injuries that lead to death

If you are injured in such an accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. An experienced oil rig explosion lawyer from Morrow & Sheppard LLP can help you and your family navigate the legal process and fight for your rights. Contacting us as soon as possible maximizes your chances of getting compensation for your injuries sooner and protects your rights.

Causes of Offshore Oil Rig Explosions

Offshore oil rig explosions can cause life-altering and permanent injuries. This can include burns, back and neck injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, hearing loss, traumatic amputation, and death. In fact, the most common causes of offshore oil rig explosions are fires, equipment failure, and human error.

Fires

Fires represent one of the most inherent dangers associated with oil work. They can be caused by equipment failure or a tiny spark from an acetylene torch coming into contact with gas or oil. They can also occur as a result of natural events such as lightning. Oil rigs provide tremendous amounts of fuel for fires to burn. Thus, surface blowouts are the most dangerous to workers on the oil rig.

Equipment Failure

Failure to maintain oil rig equipment can lead to equipment failure, resulting in oil rig explosions. If that happens, the responsible party becomes charged with negligence.

Human Error

Another frequent factor in oil rig explosions is human error. Workers may make mistakes while operating equipment or may not follow safety guidelines, leading to accidents.

Injuries Caused by Offshore Oil Rig Explosions

Offshore oil rig explosions can cause life-altering and permanent injuries, including first, second, or third-degree burns, back and neck injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, hearing loss, traumatic amputation, and death. These injuries can be life-altering and permanent, affecting your ability to work, care for yourself, and enjoy life. They also impact your family by causing emotional distress, loss of income, and the burden of caring for you after the injuries. In cases where a loved one loses their life in an oil rig explosion, the family may receive compensation for their loss. However, pursuing legal action can be a complex and challenging process. Families may require the assistance of offshore oil rig explosion lawyers.

Legal Rights of Offshore Oil Rig Explosion Victims

The legal protections for offshore workers include maritime law. This governs injuries, contracts, torts, or any offense that occurs on, in, or near a body of navigable water. These laws help clear up disputes and protect the rights of people working offshore while ensuring organizations behave correctly. There’s also the Jones Act, a federal law that provides legal protections for offshore workers. This act allows them to recover damages for injuries caused by the negligence of their employer or co-workers. If you pursue the case and win the lawsuit, you may recover damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and in some cases, punitive damages. In addition to the Jones Act, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) benefits maritime workers injured on the job, including offshore oil rig workers. The LHWCA provides compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, as well as rehabilitation costs, among other benefits.

Working with Offshore Oil Rig Explosion Lawyers

Suppose you’re injured in an offshore oil rig explosion. In that case, you should contact an experienced offshore oil rig explosion attorney who can help explain the legal options available and help you recover the compensation you deserve. When choosing offshore oil rig explosion lawyers, there are various factors to consider:

Experience. Experienced offshore oil rig explosion lawyers have a better understanding of the legal options available to victims and can help you recover the compensation you deserve.
Knowledge of the common causes of offshore oil rig explosions. A knowledgeable lawyer can help determine the cause of the blast as well as identify the parties responsible for the accident.
Ability to gather evidence to support your case. Evidence such as witness statements, photographs, and expert reports can help establish liability and prove the extent of your injuries.
Responsive and communicates effectively with their clients. When involved in offshore accidents, you need a lawyer who can provide regular updates on your case and answer your questions promptly.
Compassionate. A compassionate lawyer can provide the support you need during this challenging time and help them navigate the legal process with empathy and understanding.

Working with an experienced attorney can give you confidence in their ability to represent you effectively. Such an attorney can also make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.

Hire Experienced Offshore Rig Explosion Lawyers to Assist You

At Morrow & Sheppard LLP, we are committed to helping offshore oil rig explosion victims and their families. Our offshore oil rig explosion lawyers have extensive experience handling offshore injury and wrongful death claims and help in protecting the rights of oil rig explosion victims. When you reach out to us with an offshore oil rig explosion case, we will work tirelessly to help you recover the compensation you deserve for your injuries and losses. Our firm understands the devastating impact an offshore oil rig explosion can have on victims and their families. That’s why we are committed to providing compassionate and effective legal representation to help our clients through this difficult time. So, if you or a loved one has been involved in an offshore oil rig explosion, contact us for a free, confidential consultation.

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