Working in the Texas oilfields comes with serious risks. Despite strict safety rules, accidents happen, and injuries can be severe. If you’ve been hurt on the job, it’s important to understand the types of claims you may have and how to protect your rights. Common Types of Oilfield Injury Claims Slip and Fall Accidents Uneven…
If you have been hurt in an accident caused by someone else, you probably expect to be compensated for medical bills or lost wages. But injuries often take a toll far beyond the financial hit. Maybe you can’t sleep because of the pain. Maybe you’ve lost interest in hobbies you once loved. Maybe everyday tasks…
Houston is the energy capital of the world, but there’s a hidden cost to that title. The city’s sprawling Petrochemical Corridor is home to some of the largest oil refineries and chemical plants in the country. Along with jobs and economic growth comes a serious risk: benzene exposure. If you or a loved one has…
As you drive through the Houston Metro, it’s easy to miss what lies beneath the surface: thousands of underground storage tanks, quietly aging under gas stations, refineries, dry cleaners, and industrial properties. These tanks store fuel, chemicals, and other hazardous materials. When one leaks, it’s not just an environmental issue. It can threaten drinking water,…
Houston knows storms. But when hurricanes barrel through the Gulf and offshore drilling platforms are damaged or pipelines rupture, the storm doesn’t end with the rain. Oil spills are a silent second wave, one that can devastate ecosystems, cripple local economies, and spark legal battles that last for years. The Legal Fallout Begins Immediately The…
Offshore rig work plays a vital role in Houston’s economy, but it comes with serious risks. If you’ve been injured on the job, the financial and personal consequences can be overwhelming: lost income, mounting medical bills, and uncertainty about your future. However, if your injury happened offshore, the Jones Act may be your strongest protection….
If you own land in the Houston area, oil and gas production can be both a blessing and a curse. While energy development generates revenue and jobs, it can also lead to significant environmental consequences, particularly oilfield contamination. And when spills, leaks, or improper disposal affect your soil or water, the cost is not just…
Houston is home to some of the largest oil refineries in the country. These facilities power much of the nation, but they also come with serious risks. When an explosion occurs at a refinery, the impact is devastating. Lives can be lost. Families can be shattered. Survivors often face long, painful recoveries. If you or…
Experiencing a catastrophic work injury can be a life-changing experience, causing physical pain, emotional turmoil, and financial uncertainty. Whether you work in the oil industry, maritime sector, or energy field, it is essential to know the proper actions to take immediately after an accident in order to safeguard your health, legal rights, and future financial…
The oil and gas industry in the United States is a highly dangerous sector, where workers are constantly exposed to various risks such as machine malfunctions, exposure to toxic chemicals, and the possibility of catastrophic explosions. Our firm, Parks Law PLLC, specializes in representing injured workers from the oilfield and maritime personnel in Houston, Texas,…
