When oilfield workers lace up their work boots for the day, certain experiences are common to a day’s work. However, even the most experienced worker on an oil rig is not prepared for exposure to toxic chemicals and gases.
The symptoms associated with exposure to toxic chemicals, gases, and other workplace dangers manifest quickly. One moment, the employee is performing their job without any issue. Next, that same employee is beginning to experience headaches, nausea, and difficulty breathing.
A Houston Toxic Exposure Attorney knows how to serve you from the moment you begin to experience those painful symptoms and to help you progress in your case towards the recovery of damages. Contact our office today for a free case review.
When Toxic Exposure Occurs, What Compensation Options are Available?
Fortunately, oilfield workers injured due to toxic exposure have multiple options for compensation within a legal claim. To sort through these options and develop a strategy geared towards maximum compensation, contact Lopez Franco, PLLC, for a free case review.
Texas employers must have workers’ compensation available for their employees under most circumstances. These workers’ compensation policies cover medical bills and lost wages incurred during a toxic exposure case.
Under most workers’compensation policies, toxic exposure injuries are covered. This is true even if symptoms do not manifest for weeks after the chemical exposure. Speaking with an experienced Houston Toxic Exposure Attorney can help you navigate a workers’ compensation claim.
When a Third-Party is At-Fault for your Injuries
Oilfields are among the most expansive and complex work environments that a person can find themselves in. At the same time, if that same employee is injured due to toxic exposure, there may be a third party who must shoulder their share of the blame for that injury.
A chemical supplier, the owner of the oil rig, and the company that manufactures the equipment used for safety inspections may all have played a role in the toxic exposure incident. Even if they are not the employer of the injured oilfield worker, these third parties still play a major role in maintaining a safe environment for employees.
Liability Claims Against Product Manufacturers
Finally, a company that produces chemicals used in oilfields and on oil rigs must inform its customers about the potential health impacts of chemical exposure. Prolonged exposure to chemical substances can result in severe injuries and even permanent disabling conditions.
The failure by a product manufacturer to notify their customers or the public of the risks inherent in using their equipment can constitute negligent behavior. Holding a negligent party accountable for their actions is what Lopez Franco, PLLC does best.
Contact a Houston Toxic Exposure Attorney for a Free Case Review
Do not wait to reach out to Lopez Franco, PLLC if you are suffering from toxic exposure to chemicals or other substances while working in an oilfield. Don’t allow your rights to be disregarded. A case review with our team of legal professionals is free.