Texas Oil Field Workers Face Unique Workers’ Compensation Challenges If you’re working in Houston’s oil fields and suffered a workplace injury, you might be shocked to discover that your employer isn’t required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Unlike most states where employers with even one employee must provide coverage, Texas stands alone as the only…
The Shocking Reality of Texas Oil Field Injuries If you’re reading this after an oil field accident, you’re not alone. Texas recorded 1,134 severe injuries in oil and gas extraction operations between January 2015 and July 2022, accounting for 54% of all severe injuries nationwide in this industry. These aren’t just statistics—they represent workers who…
The Hidden Danger on Texas Roads That Claims More Oil Field Workers Than Any Other Cause Every morning, thousands of oil field workers across Texas drive to remote drilling sites, often before sunrise and after exhausting shifts. What many don’t realize is that their commute poses the greatest threat to their safety – not the…
Critical Deadlines After an Oil Field Accident Can Make or Break Your Case If you’ve been injured while working in the oil fields, you’re facing more than just physical pain and medical bills—you’re racing against legal deadlines that could determine whether you receive any compensation at all. Texas law sets strict time limits for filing…
Houston is a bustling hub of commerce and commercial activity, which is great for the region and for the many people who benefit from a healthy job market. Because much of this rich business environment is hinged on heavy industry, however, jobs in the Houston area can be dangerous. In fact, Houston sees thousands of…
Some careers are inherently more dangerous than others. For example, oilfield work is a particularly hazardous job. Those who work with oil and gas are often put in harm’s way simply due to the many factors with which they work. There are many combustible elements, heavy machinery, and other factors that can cause a worker…
