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Working in the oilfields in Colorado is a lucrative but often dangerous profession. On a daily basis, workers are at risk of suffering severe or fatal injuries in slips and falls, gas poisoning incidents, electrocution accidents, explosions, and more.

If you were injured in an oilfield accident in Colorado, you are likely dealing with painful and potentially life-altering injuries, mounting medical expenses, lost wages, and more.

The Denver oilfield accident attorneys at Olson Law Firm, LLC, have extensive experience representing injured workers across Colorado, including oilfield injury workers like you. We know how these accidents happen, your rights as an employee, and how to seek the workers’ compensation benefits and other compensation you might be entitled to.

Call our office or reach out to us online right away for a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable oilfield accident lawyers.

Why You Need an Oilfield Injury Attorney

Oilfield workers work near heavy machinery and vehicles in a hazardous environment. As a result, they face dangerous conditions that could result in a devastating accident each day on the job.

While most workers are aware of the risks they face, no one is ever prepared to be severely injured or become ill while working. If you’ve been hurt or have suffered an illness due to your work in an oilfield in Colorado, you need an experienced workplace injury lawyer to represent you.

Depending on your employment status, you might be eligible to seek workers’ compensation benefits from your employer, or file an injury claim or lawsuit against the party who caused your injuries. Determining what compensation you are eligible for and seeking the total amount you’re owed can be challenging, especially while receiving treatment and recovering from your injuries.

With an oilfield accident lawyer on your side, you can focus on your recovery while your lawyer handles the legal legwork. You don’t have to do this by yourself. Qualified counsel is available to help you.

Types of Oilfield Accidents

Most oilfields are full of safety hazards and dangerous equipment. Negligence on the part of employers, other workers, third-party contractors, property owners, and others could make the conditions at work even more hazardous. Depending on the circumstances of your accident, you could be entitled to seek workers’ compensation benefits, file a third-party injury claim, or both.

Some common types of oilfield accidents include:

  • Transportation-related accidents
  • Exposure to fire, electricity, or explosions
  • Being struck by an object
  • Exposure to toxic chemicals or other hazardous substances
  • Slip and fall accidents

Workers may be more vulnerable to workplace accidents if their employer fails to provide them with sufficient training, neglects to maintain their equipment properly, or fails to provide employees with the necessary safety gear to perform their vocational duties.

The Most Common Oilfield Injuries in Colorado

Some of the most common injuries associated with oilfield accidents include:

  • Traumatic brain injuries – TBIs can occur due to a violent blow to the head. If an oilfield worker is struck by an object or slips and falls on a slick surface, they could suffer a TBI. TBIs can range in severity from minor concussions to severe hematomas, which could be life-threatening. Common TBI symptoms include dizziness, headaches, inability to sleep, fatigue, coordination problems, memory loss, mood swings, depression, anxiety, and other psychological issues.
  • Neck and back injuries – Back strains and sprains, slipped discs, pinched nerves, and fractured vertebrae commonly occur in oilfield accidents. If the spinal cord is injured, paralysis can occur.
  • Broken and fractured bones – Oilfield workers frequently suffer broken or fractured bone injuries. Broken and fractured bones may require surgical intervention and physical therapy. These injuries often take months to heal fully.
  • Burns – If an oilfield worker is exposed to fire or toxic chemicals on the job, they can suffer first, second, or even third-degree burns. Burns can cause chronic pain and permanent disfigurement.
  • Soft-tissue injuries – Oilfield workers may sustain soft-tissue injuries due to heavy lifting and repetitive movements. Soft-tissue injuries occur when muscles, tendons, and ligaments are torn, resulting in chronic pain and limited range of motion.

Compensation for Serious Oilfield Injuries

If you were injured while on the job, you might be eligible to seek benefits from your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance, regardless of whether the accident was your fault or someone else’s.

All Colorado employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. While workers’ comp benefits will not replace 100 percent of your wages, employees who are hurt in Colorado could receive two-thirds of their average weekly wage, as well as ongoing care for their injuries, which could include surgeries and physical therapy. If you’ve become disabled due to the accident, workers’ compensation would likely provide disability benefits as well.

If a negligent third party like a contractor, property owner, or another entity caused your accident, you might be eligible to pursue additional compensation through a third-party claim or lawsuit against the at-fault party. By taking legal action, you could recover compensation for pain and suffering. Pain and suffering includes physical pain, emotional distress, mental anguish, loss of quality of life, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and other non-financial losses you might have suffered because of the accident.

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What to Do After an Oilfield Accident

If you were injured in an oilfield accident, there are several steps you should take immediately after the accident to protect your health and your livelihood:

  • Seek medical attention. Get evaluated by a medical professional as soon as possible after the accident.
  • Report the accident. Report the accident to a supervisor as soon as you can. If your supervisor creates an accident report, request a copy of the report.
  • Collect evidence. If you can, take photos of your injuries, the hazard that caused the accident, and the accident scene. If any coworkers witnessed the accident, ask for their contact information.
  • Document the incident. Write down any details that you can remember about the accident while they are still fresh in your mind.
  • Follow your doctor’s orders. Do your best to follow your doctor’s orders and treatment regimen.
  • Be wary of the oil company. If the oil company asks for a formal statement or asks you to sign anything, you should speak to an attorney before complying.
  • Stay off social media. You should refrain from posting anything about the accident on social media until your case is resolved.
  • Talk to an oilfield accident attorney right away. Trying to navigate the claims process on your own, especially while injured, can be overwhelming. The insurance company will likely use various tactics to reduce or deny your claim, so it’s best to get an attorney involved from the outset.

Get a Free Case Review from an Oilfield Injury Attorney Now

The Colorado oilfield accident attorneys at Olson Law Firm, LLC, are committed to standing up for injured workers in our community. We are here to fight for you. We’re ready to provide you with a no-cost consultation to discuss your accident.

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