oil field ACCIDENTS

Oil field operations are known for their high-risk environments. With towering structures stationed far from shore, an oil rig is its own floating city—teeming with activity and fraught with dangers. Ramey LLP offers comprehensive legal services to the brave workers who have faced the unthinkable: accidents in these perilous conditions.

What Constitutes an Oil Field Accident?

An oil field accident encompasses any incident that leads to injury or fatality caused by oil extraction or processing activities. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Explosions and Fires
  • Drill Blowouts
  • Heavy Machinery Mishaps
  • Falls and Slips
  • Electrocution Incidents
  • Structural Failures
  • Negligence or Inadequate Safety Measures


Understanding Oil Field Accidents

Every year, there are more than a hundred fatalities and countless injuries sustained by oil rig workers. The fatality rate for these offshore heroes is seven times higher than the average American worker, marking a serious concern for the industry. With a variety of rigs from barge rigs to submersibles, the risk profile for each is unique, but the prevalence of injuries like fractures, burns, and neurological damage remains constant across all platforms.


When disaster strikes—be it from explosions, blowouts, or equipment failures—what follows is a battle for justice and compensation. Major catastrophes like the Gulf of Mexico explosion and the Piper Alpha tragedy are poignant reminders of the high stakes of oil field operations.

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