Plant and Refinery Explosion Lawyers

Common Types of Plant and Refinery Accidents

Our team at Kemmy Law Firm has decades of experience handling all plant and refinery accidents, including:

• Slip and falls
• Chemical exposure
• Oil refinery fires
• Natural gas explosions
• Equipment accidents

Defective Equipment in Plants and Refineries

All too often, serious accidents are the result of defective equipment. Sometimes a piece of equipment or machinery arrives defective from the manufacturer. In many cases, equipment becomes defective from lack of maintenance over time.

A common example is corrosion. Unchecked corrosion can lead to equipment failure and fires, explosions, chemical exposure, and other dangerous incidents.

Your accident and injuries may be the result of a defective:

• Pipeline
• Storage tank
• Treatment tank
• Boiler
• Heater
• Pump
• Crude desalting unit
• Separation unit
• Conversion unit
• Treating unit

Common Injuries of Plant and Refinery Explosions

We all too often represent individuals suffering from burn injuries from tragic oil refinery explosions. Plants and refineries are consistently at risk for fires, and it takes great care to keep machinery working safely. No matter the cause or type of your refinery injury, we strive to win maximum compensation so you get the care you need – now and in the future.

In addition to severe burns, oil refinery accidents also cause:

• Bone fractures
• Crush injuries
• Amputations
• Neck and back injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Nerve damage
• Internal organ damage
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Respiratory injuries
• Hearing injuries
• Vision injuries
• Wrongful death

Filing a Lawsuit Against a Negligent Employer in Odessa, TX

Because Texas doesn’t require employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance, you might learn you aren’t covered after a serious accident, like an oil plant explosion, fire, or fall. When there’s no workers’ comp to pay your medical bills, talk with a lawyer. Your best option to receive compensation is to file a fault-based lawsuit against the liable party, which might be your employer or a third-party.

If a coworker, supervisor, or another employee of the business caused the accident through their carelessness, recklessness, or intentional misconduct, you could file a personal injury claim against your employer. You will need evidence to prove who was at fault and establish your employer’s liability, which is why it’s important to have a Odessa law firm investigate.

Third-Party Liability Lawsuit

It isn’t always the employer’s fault when there’s a plant or refinery explosion accident. Numerous third parties might be to blame, such as a manufacturer, property owner, subcontractor, or trespasser.

When you work with Kemmy Law Firm, you benefit from a thorough independent investigation. We dig deep to find out what happened, why, and who was at fault. Once we have a better understanding of who is liable, we can represent you in filing a third-party personal injury or wrongful death claim.

Why Kemmy Law Firm is Right for You After a Refinery Accident

If you’re an oil worker hurt in an oil field explosion accident, we recommend hiring a law firm with experience and in-depth knowledge of the local oil and gas industry. At Kemmy Law Firm, our trial attorneys have worked with injured oil and gas workers in Odessa for decades. We know how to investigate these incidents, review the evidence for OSHA violations, and most importantly, how to prove liability and win compensation.

We are most proud of the dedicated attention we give our clients and our case results. As a family-run firm, we believe in treating each client with compassion and respect.

Though we can’t guarantee the outcome of any case, we can show you our record of success. We have won million and multi-million-dollar settlements and awards. We’ve recovered more than $50 million in the past two years. Schedule a consultation to learn how we’ve resolved cases similar to yours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Causes of Plant & Refinery Accidents?

There could be countless causes for plant and refinery accidents in Texas. Defective equipment, negligent employers, and poorly trained co-workers could have all contributed to a plant and refinery accident. Aging and poorly maintained equipment is one of the main causes behind many oilfield accidents. Careful examination of the evidence involved in your case could determine the root cause of your accident.

Can You Get Fired for Reporting a Safety Violation?

No. Worker protection laws prohibit your employer from retaliating against you for reporting a safety violation or accident.

How Long Do I Have to File a Claim in Texas?

You have two years to file a personal injury claim in Texas. If the statute of limitations expires, you lose your opportunity to file a claim against the at-fault party. You have 30 days to notify your employer if you are filing a workers’ compensation claim.

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.

Call Our Odessa Plant Explosion Lawyers for Help Today

You have a lot to worry about right now. You may need a great deal of medical care because of your injuries, and concerned about the associated expenses. The Kemmy Law Firm is here to help. Let us explain how you can recover compensation, and after a thorough investigation, we’ll guide you through the claims process.

To set up a free, no-obligation consultation, call Kemmy Law Firm at (432) 400-0000. There are no upfront fees. You only pay us after we recover compensation for you and your family.