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Undocumented Immigrant Oilfield Injuries

Undocumented Immigrant Oilfield Injuries

In 2021, 28 million foreign-born workers were recorded in the United States, making up 17% of the total workforce and nearly a quarter of Texas’ workforce. With immigrants making such a substantial contribution to the U.S. economy, they are entitled to the same rights as native-born workers. One of those rights is the ability to pursue compensation to cover their damages from an on-the-job injury.

The Kemmy Law Firm is dedicated to protecting workers across Texas regardless of immigration status. Our oilfield injury lawyers have what it takes to get the job done. 

Contact our office today by calling (830) 264-6297 to schedule your free consultation.

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The Kemmy Difference

We have a saying that goes "When you hire the Kemmy Law Firm, you don't just hire one lawyer, you hire a team of lawyers." Tom Kemmy is an award-winning and board certified personal injury lawyer who has been practicing injury law since 1986. His sons are experienced personal injury lawyers and former prosecutors that represented the State of Texas against murderers, thieves, drug traffickers, and violent criminals. We put our combined experience and knowledge in the pursuit of one goal, to win and obtain maximum justice for our client. 

Immigrant Workers Are at an Increased Risk for Injury

Many immigrants come to the United States to find work that allows them to support their families. While they may find a job that accomplishes this goal, it can come at a cost. They may be forced to endure the harshest assignments to make ends meet.

Although any position on an oil field carries some level of risk, employers have been known to expose immigrant workers to many types of hazards. This makes them more likely to be injured from natural gas explosions, malfunctioning oilfield equipment, oil refinery fires, and much more.

Studies have shown that immigrant workers are 15% more likely to suffer fatal injuries than native-born workers. Limited access to health insurance and language barriers have contributed to the frequency of fatal work injuries among the foreign workforce.

  • $20 MILLION Oil and gas case involving significant economic harm
  • $19.4 MILLION Jury Verdict Wrongful Death of an elderly woman at Assisted Living facility.
  • $13.5 MILLION Jury Verdict Patient paralyzed after nurses failed to tell a doctor about a change in condition
  • $8 MILLION Young college student suffers brain injury from negligent conduct
  • $7.5 MILLION West texas woman becomes brain injured when basic safety rules were not followed
  • $6.2 MILLION Jury Verdict Marine veteran suffers catastrophic harm after a dangerous fall

Do You Have to Be a Citizen to File an Injury Claim?

While an employer cannot hire an undocumented worker, The Texas Workers’ Compensation Act covers documented and undocumented workers. If you have already retained a position, you have the right to receive workers’ comp benefits or pursue an injury claim—regardless of immigration status.

You are entitled to a safe workplace like any other employee. As long as the accident is reported and occurred on the job, you can pursue the compensation you need to recover from your injuries.

Do You Have to Reveal Your Immigration Status?

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, you should never be asked about your immigration status. It is irrelevant to your work injury. OSHA strives only to help ensure worker safety, not report employees to immigration. So, you can rest assured that reporting your work injury won’t result in deportation or the loss of your job.

We Know the Stakes The Kemmy Experience

All of our clients have families of their own. They are decent, hardworking people, and come to uswith complex business issues or because their lives have been changed by a catastrophic injury.

How to Recover Compensation as an Illegal Immigrant

Since you know that you are safe to pursue compensation from your employer if you suffered a work injury, it’s essential to understand the two methods: workers’ compensation benefits and personal injury claims.

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Can an Employer Retaliate if You File a Claim?

Many undocumented workers might fear that if they file a claim against their employer, their company might retaliate and threaten to report them to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Worker protection laws empower employees to speak out boldly against their employers without fearing retaliation. Employers have been punished severely for trying to retaliate in the form of civil lawsuits.

Kemmy Law Firm Protects Illegal Immigrants’ Rights

Like your rights to equal pay, overtime pay, and breaks, you can pursue compensation for your oilfield injuries. Don’t let your employer intimidate you or threaten to report your immigration status.

Let an experienced undocumented immigrant injury lawyer help you collect workers’ comp benefits or file a personal injury claim. 

Contact Kemmy Law Firm today at (830) 264-6297 or our online form to schedule your free consultation.

  • "You could not hire a better attorneys than the Kemmy's."

    My husband was involved in an industrial accident & we hired the Kemmy law firm to represent him with that case. You could not hire a better attorneys than the Kemmy's. They went above & beyond to help him get what he deserved. If you are searching for a lawyer in Texas you need to hire them!!!

    - Colleen B.
  • "Very easy to talk to, sincerely cared about my situation."
    I was involved in an accident and was injurred. My co-worker recommended Seamus from Kemmy Law. I am so greatful that I followed through with the recommendation. He was very easy to talk to, sincerely cared about my situation, and kept me informed with the process, just all around amazing! Thank you Seamus!!!
    - Holly O.
  • "They were so patient and explained everything in detail."

    Everyone we worked with was amazing. They were so patient and explained everything in detail. They worked with my mom and then when she passed away the game plan changed and they made sure to explain everything. We were blessed to have them on our team. I would highly recommend them.

    - Dora M.
  • "Nick was very open and transparent."

    Mr. Kemmy comes from good stock and was referred to us by one of the best. And if he's good enough for him to lay his reputation on the line, he's good enough for me. Nick was very open and transparent, and shared some of our frustrations. We were very please with him representing us. Thanks again Nick.

    - Richard G.
  • "Showed a deep understanding of my personal situation and demonstrated empathy."

    Ben Kemmy and his awesome staff showed a deep understanding of my personal situation and demonstrated empathy throughout the legal process. This helped me a great deal to get through this difficult time. I recommend Kemmy Law Firm to all who need the services .

    - Jim P.
  • "Not only were they my lawyers they became like family."
    I honestly got to say Tom and Danny got to be two of the best attorneys in the state of Texas I was injured in the oilfield accident about 3 years ago and they fought for me in my case like some sharks hands down best attorneys out there not only were they my lawyers they became like family thanks Kemmy law firm
    - Jeremiah L.
  • "I wholeheartedly endorse Kemmy Law without reservation."
    Working with Tom and Nick Kemmy on my case was a far better experience than I expected going in. They were thoughtful and listened to what I had to say. It was also gratifying that Kemmy Law Firm is truly a family affair with the Dad, Thomas, four sons and a daughter in law, Nick's wife, working together. If you're looking for legal representation, I wholeheartedly endorse Kemmy Law without reservation.
    - Jerry G.
  • "I would recommend the Kemmy Law Firm 100 times out of 100."

    We could not be more satisfied with Kemmy Law Firm. They represented us, and especially my father with respect and efficiency and earned every bit of what the law allowed. This helped my mother more than I can articulate. I would recommend the Kemmy Law Firm 100 times out of 100.

    - Iaz P.

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    When you work with us at Kemmy Law Firm, you are working with a family run firm with more than 50 years of combined experience.

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