Environmental issues can quickly escalate into legal disputes in Texas, where both industrial activity and natural resources play a significant role in everyday life. Whether the matter involves oil and gas operations, agricultural practices, or waste disposal, the central question is often the same: what actually counts as environmental damage under Texas law? Understanding this…
Texas is no stranger to pipeline projects. Every year, new lines are planned to move oil, gas, and other products across private land. For landowners, the first notice often arrives as a survey request or a knock on the door. What starts as a simple inquiry can quickly turn into a high-stakes situation that affects…
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…
