Oilfield Accident Lawyers in Fort Worth
Fighting for Injured Oilfield Workers
An accident at a drilling site, well location, production facility, pipeline, storage area, or during oilfield transportation can raise several legal questions at once. Workers and families may need to determine whether Texas workers’ compensation, a third-party negligence claim, product liability, or a wrongful death claim applies.
Identifying every potentially responsible party is an important first step. Site conditions can change, equipment may be repaired or moved, and maintenance records, safety documents, and witness accounts can become harder to obtain over time.
We represent people seriously injured through negligence and families who have lost loved ones. By limiting our caseload, we can give clients direct attention, return calls and emails, and prepare every case as if it’s going to trial.
Call (214) 484-0609 for a free, 24/7 consultation with a Fort Worth oilfield accident lawyer.
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“I highly recommend The Mizani Law Firm! I was injured and needed legal help on short notice, and they interviewed me in person and thankfully stepped in to take my case. From start to finish, they were professional, compassionate, and truly fought for me.”- Linda H.
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$5,750,000 Construction Site Accident
Settlement for a client who fell from a roof on a construction job. There were no safety measures put in place at the time of the fall.
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$1,000,050 Injuries from an Assault
Settlement on behalf of an individual who suffered injuries as a result of an assault.
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$900,000 Defective Product
Wrongful-death case involving a defectively designed product.
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$850,000 Products Liability
Settlement on a products liability case.
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$555,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Unanimous trial verdict plus prejudgment interest in a motor vehicle lawsuit.
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$500,000 Motorcycle Accident
Wrongful-death case involving a motorcyclist who was struck by another vehicle.
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$487,737 Motor Vehicle Accident
Won on behalf of a client who sustained injuries to his lower back as a result of a rear-end collision.
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$475,000 Drunk Driving Accident
Settlement for a client who was injured as a result of a drunk driver.
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$450,000 Premises Liability
Client sustained injuries while being transported from the jet bridge onto an airplane.
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$350,000 Workplace Injury
Settlement for a client who was injured while at work.
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$320,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement for a client who was rear-ended by another vehicle while stopped in traffic.
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$315,000 Commercial Vehicle Accident
Client sustained injuries after being struck by a commercial vehicle.
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$305,000 Injuries Resulting from an Uber Driver
Obtained for a client who was injured as a passenger in a Uber vehicle.
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$300,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Settlement for a client who was injured in a motor vehicle collision.
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$300,000 Slip & Fall
Obtained for a client who injured her shoulder when she slipped and fell at a national chain restaurant.
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$250,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Client was injured when a vehicle crashed into the nail salon where the client worked.
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$240,000 Workplace Injury
Settlement for a client who was injured at a construction site when he made impact with a bulldozer.
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$210,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Client sustained injuries in a T-bone collision caused by a driver who failed to yield the right of way.
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$200,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Client sustained injuries in a motor vehicle collision for which the insurance company initially denied both liability and coverage.
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$200,000 Premises Liability
Settlement for a client that slipped and fell at a clothing store.
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$177,500 Trucking Accident
Proudly represented a military veteran who was rear-ended by a commercial truck while parked at a railroad crossing.
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$175,000 Premises Liability Injury
Settlement for client who fell as a result of uneven flooring when visiting an aquarium.
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$140,980 Motor Vehicle Accident
Fought on behalf of a client who was a back-seat passenger in a vehicle that was hit by another negligent party.
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$140,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Recovered for a client who was “t-boned” by another vehicle while crossing an intersection.
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$131,055 Motor Vehicle Accident
Obtained for a client who was involved in a motor vehicle collision.
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$120,000 Slip and Fall Injury
Obtained a settlement for a client who slipped and fell at a restaurant.
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$101,000 Premises Liability Injury
Obtained a settlement for a client who sustained injuries in a premises liability case.
Common Land-Based Oilfield & Oil Rig Accidents
Oil and gas sites bring workers, contractors, drivers, machinery, chemicals, and pressurized equipment into the same operating environment. An incident may injure employees, subcontractors, haulers, site visitors, or people near the site.
Serious oilfield incidents may include:
- Well-site explosions and fires
- Pipe, valve, or equipment failures
- Struck-by and caught-between incidents
- Falls from rigs or elevated work areas
- Chemical exposure and respiratory hazards
- Heavy equipment injuries
- Pipeline and oilfield hauling accidents
- Crashes involving commercial vehicles
These events can cause burns, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, fractures, amputations, hearing or vision loss, and other catastrophic injuries that reshape a family's daily life. Behind each of these incidents is someone facing medical bills, time away from work, and an uncertain recovery, and we build each case with that reality in mind.
Who May Be Responsible for an Oilfield Accident?
An injured worker’s employer isn’t necessarily the only party whose conduct requires review. Responsibility may also rest with a well operator, drilling contractor, subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, maintenance provider, trucking company, property owner, or another business.
A liability investigation may examine:
- Site Control: Which company directed the work, coordinated contractors, or controlled the hazardous area?
- Equipment Condition: Were machinery, pipes, vehicles, and safety systems properly inspected and maintained?
- Training and Supervision: Did the responsible parties provide appropriate instruction, warnings, and oversight?
- Worksite Procedures: Were chemical handling, traffic control, and applicable safety requirements followed?
- Product Performance: Did defective equipment or a missing warning contribute to the incident?
Multiple companies are often involved in a single oilfield operation, and it isn't always obvious at first which one bears responsibility. We investigate every angle so no liable party is overlooked.
frequently asked questions
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 214-484-0609 today!
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Texas generally allows two years from the date of the incident to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003. Evidence like maintenance records and witness accounts can disappear well before that deadline, so an early legal review helps preserve your case.
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Eligible family members may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim for losses such as lost financial support, loss of companionship, and funeral expenses. These claims involve their own rules and deadlines under Texas law. We guide grieving families through each step while handling the investigation on their behalf.
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Possibly. If a piece of drilling or production equipment failed due to a design flaw, manufacturing defect, or missing warning, the manufacturer or distributor may be liable under Texas product liability law, separate from any workers' compensation claim. We work with engineers and industry experts to determine whether defective equipment played a role in your accident.
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It depends on who controlled the work at the time of the incident. Operators, drilling contractors, and subcontractors can each hold safety responsibilities depending on their contracts and site role. When working a Fort Worth oilfield injury case, we pull site agreements and safety records early to identify exactly who was in control when the accident happened.
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Yes, in many cases. Texas law allows an injured worker to pursue workers' compensation benefits while also seeking damages from a negligent third party, such as a contractor or equipment manufacturer, when the evidence supports both. We review the full chain of companies involved on site to determine whether a third-party claim exists alongside your workers' comp benefits.
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