Oilfield accidents can result in catastrophic injuries and fatalities. Workers are exposed to numerous hazards and dangerous conditions. They work with dangerous substances and heavy machinery. You may be entitled to damages if you are injured in an oilfield accident. In this blog, our Grand Forks & Minot personal injury attorney...
Oil pipelines are a critical part of North Dakota’s economy, transporting vast quantities of crude oil across the state. However, the operation and maintenance of these pipelines carry inherent risks, and accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries and environmental damage. Fortunately, victims of oil pipeline accidents have legal options for holding...
Working in the North Dakota oil fields can pay well but comes with significant risks. The heavy industrial equipment used to drill for oil can easily break or malfunction, often leading to severe or fatal injuries. Furthermore, injured oilfield workers don’t always understand their legal rights and options for recovering compensation for...
Working in the oil industry comes with inherent risks, and few pose more serious long-term health concerns than exposure to toxic substances. Oil and gas workers in North Dakota face potential contact with dangerous chemicals, hazardous materials, and harmful emissions. As such, oil companies must follow strict protocols to protect their...
Few things are scarier for North Dakota oilfield workers than an oil well blowout. While terrifying to see or live through, oil well blowout accidents often stem from careless or dangerous actions by employers or workers, making it especially frustrating when workers sustain injuries in these accidents.
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North Dakota's oil industry employs over 14,000 people across the state, and each of these individuals understands that working in this industry can be hazardous. Oilfield explosions, while rare, can have devastating consequences for workers and their families. Understanding your legal options is crucial if you or a...
The Bakken oil boom turned North Dakota into the third leading oil-producing state behind Texas and New Mexico. Oil is big business in North Dakota, employing thousands of people and turning the state into a powerhouse oil and energy producer for the United States. Although the industry has...
According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the oil and gas industry is part of one the most dangerous subsectors of North Dakota employers, accounting for upwards of 20 percent of all workplace fatalities statewide in a recent year. North Dakota oilfields expose workers to...
The oil and gas industry has long been a cornerstone of North Dakota's economy, providing numerous job opportunities and contributing significantly to the state's growth. However, this vital sector also comes with inherent risks that workers face daily.
The challenges are diverse and complex, ranging from exposure to...
Did you recently suffer injuries in an oilfield accident in North Dakota? Oilfield accidents differ from other types of injury cases due to the complex nature of the work environment and the unique hazards faced by oilfield workers. These accidents often involve specialized equipment, dangerous substances, and multiple parties, such as...
