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Baton Rouge Oil Rig Accident Lawyer
In a matter of seconds, an accident on an oil rig can put both your physical health and your ability to earn an income at risk. For help getting your life back, work with a Baton Rouge oil rig injury attorney.
The oil industry can be a dangerous place to work, and when you’ve been injured in an accident that could have been prevented, you should receive compensation from the negligent party.
A fall, explosion, equipment failure, or other hazardous event could have caused your injuries, but no matter what caused them, an attorney can assess whether you’re eligible to recover damages. When you’ve been injured, all kinds of debt starts piling up, from medical bills to lost wages, and you need to get that money back quickly.
Call a Baton Rouge oil rig accident lawyer with Spencer Calahan Injury Lawyers to discuss your case today. We can look at your unique situation to discover who was at fault for your accident and how much compensation you’re owed for your oil rig injuries.
Types of Baton Rouge Oil Rig Accidents
The situation can go from good to dangerous very quickly on an oil rig. For example, unpredictable weather can be a major hazard on a rig. Drilling is dangerous for many reasons, such as requiring the use of incredibly complex equipment that takes enormous skill to operate safely, as well as the operation of boats at risk of capsizing.
Many things can go wrong in this kind of working environment, and injuries can be serious. The following is a list of some of the common types of accidents that occur on oil rigs:
- Slips, trips, and falls
- Equipment failure
- Boats capsizing or sinking
- Crane accidents
- Collisions
- Fires and gas leaks
- Explosions and blowouts
- Helicopter wrecks
- Natural disasters
- Falling loads and dropped objects
Common Oil Rig Injuries
Your oil rig attorney will evaluate the circumstances of your case carefully, including an in-depth investigation into the cause of your accident and the losses you’ve suffered. Some injuries are more catastrophic than others and will require more extensive payment.
You may require months of recovery; you may have enormous medical expenses; you might miss out on work wages; and your injuries might require other services. Certain injuries may necessitate a caregiver or physical therapist to get your life back on track.
Your Baton Rouge attorney will seek full compensation for all the damages you have suffered. Below is a list of common injuries you might sustain while working on an oil rig:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Broken bones
- Serious burns
- Head and face lacerations
- Crushed limbs and amputations
- Lung damage from inhaled fumes or smoke
Contact a Baton Rouge Oil Rig Injury Attorney
If you’ve been injured in an oil rig accident, you will likely want to speak with a competent, understanding attorney who thoroughly understands maritime law. We know how to investigate your case, and we will work tirelessly to get you compensated for your oil rig injuries.
Reach out to a Baton Rouge oil rig accident lawyer from Spencer Calahan Injury Lawyers. We offer a free consultation for new clients. To schedule your free consultation, give us a call at 225-387-2323 or head to the bottom of this page to fill out the online contact form.
