Drilling Rig Accident Lawyers in Hobbs, New Mexico

Common Accidents on New Mexico Drilling Rigs

We’ve handled oilfield accidents on drilling rigs for decades. We are passionate about helping oilfield workers recover the maximum compensation possible for their injuries, no matter the type of accident.

Common oil drilling rig accidents include:

• Equipment Failure
• Falls from heights
• Falling objects
• Truck Crashes
• Drilling rig or oil well explosion
• Fires
• Exposure to H2S and hazardous materials
• Rig collapse or capsize

Drilling Rig Injuries

If you are a Hobbs oilfield worker who gets hurt on the job, we are here to help. With over five decades of experience in catastrophic injury cases, we understand the nature and severity of oil rig injuries and death. This allows us to pursue full compensation for your injuries.

Common drilling rig injuries include:

• Broken bones
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Neck and back injuries
• Crush Injuries
• Amputation
• Nerve damage
• Organ damage
• Hearing injuries
• Respiratory injuries
• Vision injuries
• Burns
• Wrongful Death

Third-Party Liability Claims in New Mexico

After a drilling accident, it is essential to discover what happened, why it happened, and who is liable. Our oilfield accident lawyers will thoroughly investigate to get the whole story. If it turns out that someone from outside of your employer was at fault, then you may sue the third party.

Third parties can be a wide range of people and businesses, such as manufacturers of defective equipment, an independent contractor, an employee from another company, or a property owner.

Compensation in a Third-Party Liability Claim

If you have the right to file a third-party liability lawsuit, then you can demand compensation for:

• Medical bills
• Out-of-pocket expenses
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress and mental anguish
• Disfigurement
• Disability
• Reduced earning capacity
• Reduced quality of life

Workers’ Comp Claims in New Mexico

In New Mexico, most employers are required to provide workers’ comp to their employers. When you have workers’ comp, you don’t have to worry about proving who caused your injuries. The insurance will cover your medical care and pay you a portion of your lost wages.

Suing an Employer in Hobbs

When workers’ compensation insurance covers you, you typically can’t sue your employer. However, if your employer doesn’t provide workers’ comp, talk with us about filing a lawsuit against the business.

Why Kemmy Law Firm Is Right for You

It can be tough finding the right law firm after a drilling rig accident in the Permian Basin. Many firms advertise as representing oilfield workers. But at Kemmy Law Firm, we are more than personal injury or wrongful death attorneys. We are a family, and we treat each client who walks through our doors like we do our relatives. You will always be treated with compassion and respect and never made to feel like just another case file.

We also stand out through our trial experience. We are highly experienced trial lawyers who are never afraid to take a case before a judge or jury. Though many drilling accident claims are resolved without going to trial, we believe in always being prepared for that possibility. It is through our extensive preparation that we can negotiate significant settlements for our clients. In the past two years, we’ve recovered over $50 million in settlements and verdicts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Should I Do After an Oilfield Accident?

You should get medical treatment immediately after the accident. Then, report the accident to your supervisor and inform them of your injuries. Gather photos and videos if you can as this could strengthen your injury claim.

How Long Do I Have to File a Claim in New Mexico?

The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in New Mexico is three years. Since this is a work injury, you will have to file a workers’ compensation claim with your employer. You must notify your employer of the accident or injury within 15 days and complete a Notice of Accident form.

How Much Compensation Can I Receive in My Settlement?

The compensation you receive varies on a case-by-case basis. Oilfield accidents are especially devastating, and the injuries you experienced might require ongoing care, which results in medical bills and other expenses, not to mention non-economic damages like pain and suffering. Essentially, the more damages you incurred from your accident; the more compensation you might receive.

What Are the Worst Oilfield Accidents?

Oilfield accidents occur all over the world, and they range in severity. Deepwater Horizon is the most infamous oilfield accident and remains as being the largest oil spill in the history of marine oil drilling operations. There are countless other disasters that have left a significant impact on those involved and their families, such as Piper Alpha, Ocean Ranger, and Bohai 2 to name a few.

Call a Hobbs Drilling Rig Accident Lawyer Today

We recommend calling (575) 222-8549 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation as soon as possible after an oilfield or drilling rig accident. Our family-run firm has over 50 years of combined experience helping individuals in New Mexico and Texas. We are proud to represent oil and gas workers in Hobbs and Lea County, New Mexico.

You also can reach us through our online form, and you only pay us after we recover compensation for you and your family.