Oilfield Accidents

At Hilliard Muñoz Gonzales L.L.P., we have seen an increase in serious oilfield accidents and deaths over the last year many involving the following:

High Pressure Line Ruptures
Collapsed Rigs
Defective Machinery
Oilfield Blowouts
Toxic Fumes
Explosions
Inexperience Workers
Established Safety Standards Ignored

Throughout the history of the oilfield, workers have always been trained “on-the-job.” There has never been an “oilfield 101” classroom. The difference today is that entire crew or a majority of a crew may all be inexperienced or “greenhorns” and have no idea of the dangers of the oil patch. In previous years, there were never more than one or two inexperienced workers on any “tower,” or shift. Additionally, the pressure to produce causes the oil company executives to demand faster (and often times fatal) turn around time in getting a rig up and running.

If you or a loved one is involved in an oilfield accident it is critical that your attorney understand the industry. Our attorneys have not only tried numerous cases involving oilfield accidents, both on-shore and offshore, but they have years of experience representing the oil and gas industry. Before coming to HMG, some of our attorneys have represented major oil and gas companies. They have also represented independents. In addition, they have represented major oilfield service companies. The experience gained is now being used to the advantage of the injured worker.

More than other law firms, we are able to determine quickly invaluable information about the failures that resulted in any particular accident. We understand “surface cement.” We understand why the railroad commission requires surface cement. We understand how it differs from other cement jobs. HMG understands the part that “fracing,” “wireline,” and “snubbing” plays in drilling, completion and work over operations. We know the difference between fishing with a “wireline” and fishing with a "rod." We understand the dangers of “coil tubing” operations and "well control." At HMG we understand the oil & gas industry.

Hilliard Muñoz Gonzales attorneys have a proven track record when it comes to trying cases. Our trial record allows us to settle cases on the best terms possible. Unlike other law firms, our attorneys have proven trial records. HMG attorneys obtain the best results possible as quickly as possible. We know the hardship that personal injury and deaths cause to families and we have a goal of getting your case settled or tried within a year. While defense lawyers attempt to delay the proceedings, HMG’s experience and knowledge allows us to push for the quickest trial settings possible. We either obtain a settlement you are happy with or we will try your case.

If you would like to have your case reviewed for free, call 800-334-3298 and speak with a legal representative today. We're ready to help you!

Recent News Articles:

HMG Represents Three Men Severely Injured in North Dakota Oil Rig Explosion

http://www.kxnet.com/getArticle.asp?setCity=bis&s=rss&ArticleId=827092

http://www.inforum.com/event/article/id/331611/

HMG's 2011 Top Settlement Results:

Case Type: Industrial Injury/Death - $15 Million

Expenses: $322,040.79 | Attorney's Fees: $5,641,866.00 | Net to Clients: $8,727,229.46

Case Type: Industrial Injury - $7 Million

Expenses: $156,867.04 | Attorney's Fees: $2,356,666.64 | Net to Clients: $4,108,739.28

Case Type: Industrial Death - $6.4 Million

Expenses: $321,077.43 | Attorney's Fees: $2,568,599.60 | Net to Clients: $3,478,008.16