Houston Oil Field Accident Lawyer — Injured on the Job?
Houston is the energy capital of the world. The petrochemical corridor along the Houston Ship Channel is home to some of the most hazardous worksites in the United States — and every year, oil field workers, refinery employees, and chemical plant workers suffer catastrophic injuries and deaths that were entirely preventable. If you were injured working in the oil field, refinery, or petrochemical industry in the Houston area, Sara Roque is the bilingual personal injury attorney who will fight to get you the maximum compensation.
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Types of Oil Field and Refinery Accidents We Handle
Blowouts, flash fires, and explosions from gas leaks, equipment failure, or improper safety procedures.
Hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), benzene, asbestos, and other toxic substances causing lung disease, cancer, and neurological damage.
Defective equipment, faulty valves, crane collapses, and machinery malfunctions on drilling sites and platforms.
Electrocution and arc flash injuries from improper lockout/tagout procedures and unprotected electrical systems.
Falls from derricks, scaffolding, tanks, and platforms — one of the most common and deadly oil field injuries.
Tank truck rollovers, pipeline truck accidents, and vehicle crashes on oil field roads and industrial sites.
Being struck by falling objects, swinging equipment, pipe, or pressurized lines on active worksites.
Employers who fail to provide or enforce proper personal protective equipment and OSHA safety standards.
What to Do After an Oil Field or Refinery Accident
- Seek emergency medical treatment immediately
- Report the accident to your supervisor in writing
- Document the scene (photos, video) if safe to do so
- Get names and contact info of all witnesses
- Keep all medical records and bills
- Contact Sara Roque before signing anything
- Give a recorded statement to the company or their insurer
- Sign any settlement documents
- Accept the workers’ comp story as your only option
- Assume the company’s investigation is neutral
- Wait — Texas has strict deadlines for injury claims
Workers’ Compensation vs. Third-Party Claims — The Difference Matters
Many oil field workers assume their only option after an injury is workers’ compensation. That is often wrong — and leaving significant money on the table. In Texas:
- Many oil field employers in Texas are non-subscribers to workers’ comp — meaning you may be able to sue them directly for full damages
- Even if workers’ comp applies, if a third party (equipment manufacturer, contractor, another company on site) caused or contributed to the accident, you can sue them separately
- Third-party claims can include pain and suffering, full lost wages, and future earning capacity — damages not available through workers’ comp
- Product liability claims against equipment manufacturers can be especially valuable in explosion and equipment failure cases
Companies and Sites We Handle Claims Against
Roque Law Firm handles injury claims against oil and chemical companies operating throughout the Houston area and the Texas Gulf Coast, including refineries in Baytown, Deer Park, and the Houston Ship Channel corridor. No company is too large to be held accountable.
Compensation You May Be Entitled To
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sue my employer if I was hurt in an oil field accident in Texas?
It depends. Many Texas oil and gas employers are non-subscribers to workers’ comp, which means you can sue them directly. Even if they have workers’ comp, you may have additional claims against third parties (equipment manufacturers, contractors, landowners). Contact Sara Roque to evaluate your specific case.
What is the deadline to file an oil field injury claim in Texas?
Generally 2 years from the date of injury for personal injury claims. For wrongful death, 2 years from the date of death. However, some claims involving government entities or specific contracts have shorter deadlines. Contact us as soon as possible.
What if I was undocumented when I was injured on the job?
Your immigration status does not prevent you from filing a personal injury claim in Texas. All workers — regardless of documentation status — are protected under Texas law. Sara Roque handles oil field injury cases for workers of all backgrounds, completely confidentially.
The company says the accident was my fault. Can I still recover?
Yes. Texas uses a modified comparative fault system — you can recover damages as long as you were not more than 50% at fault. Even if you were partially at fault, your compensation is simply reduced by your percentage of fault. Companies routinely shift blame to injured workers to avoid liability — Sara Roque investigates the real cause of every accident.
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