Should You Claim for a Non-Injury Accident?
Auto accidents happen every day, and they come in all shapes and sizes. We often hear about the devastating multi-vehicle pile-ups or drunk-driving crashes resulting in severe injury — or,…
Have You Been Injured in an Oil Rig Accident in the Midland-Odessa region?
Our oilfield accident law firm based in McAllen and San Antonio represents offshore and oilfield workers from all over the state, helping them get the compensation they deserve after an accident that wasn’t their fault.
With decades of experience and an impressive track record of negotiating settlements and securing six and seven-figure judgments in litigation, Patino Law Firm is the leading choice for Texans who want their case in the best hands.
The U.S. is a powerhouse in the global production of oil, and the oil industry in West Texas specifically is booming.
Home to the Permian Basin — the highest-producing oilfield in the country and second only to Saudi Arabia on a global scale — the Midland-Odessa region provides thousands of residents with a living both offshore and in oilfields.
But oilfield workers face significant danger every day. Grueling levels of physical activity over long hours, exposure to toxic and highly flammable substances, and the use of heavy machinery create a hazardous work environment.
Throw in negligent practices concerning safety standards, such as inadequate training and poor maintenance of machinery, and employees are even more at risk of sustaining devastating injuries in an accident.
