PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION
OFFSHORE OIL RIG ACCIDENT LAWYERS
Offshore oil rig accidents often involve explosions or fires, resulting in serious injuries in victims. While working on an oil rig comes with real risks, employers have a responsibility to take measures to protect the safety of workers.
Workers should receive proper training and equipment. When workplaces fail to provide this, accidents can happen. If an offshore oil rig accident is caused by a party’s negligence or neglect, workers may be entitled to seek damages through personal injury lawsuits.
CAUSES OF OIL RIG ACCIDENTS
What causes offshore oil rig accidents? One of the most famous drilling rig accident was the Deepwater Horizon explosion in 2010. The accident was the result of an explosion, but the problems that led to the explosion predated the accident. The direct cause of the accident, according to the New York Times, was due to the failure of a cement base. Yet, multiple reports indicate that BP cut corners and sometimes put workers at risk to make a profit. Years of no consequences resulted in the company continuing to cut corners and make risky decisions.
Offshore oil rig accidents can occur for a variety of reasons. Workers can be injured due to falling objects, leaks, blowouts, or because workers were not provided with the proper safety equipment they needed. Workers on a drilling rig should also receive proper training so that they can do their jobs safely. Many accidents occur because oil companies are negligent in maintaining safety standards and doing their due diligence when it comes to safety. If you’ve been hurt on a drilling rig, consider seeking legal counsel. The oil rig accident attorneys at Stag Liuzza in New Orleans, Louisiana work closely with victims and families who have been impacted by the negligence of big oil. Our firm can fight these companies to help you get the compensation you may deserve under the law. Big oil companies may have teams of lawyers representing their interests. You need a team of lawyers on your side as well.
BURN AND EXPLOSION INJURIES
Burn and explosion injuries can be life-altering and severe. Explosions or blast injuries can be very serious. According to the Centers for Disease Control, the injuries related to explosions include blast lung or pulmonary trauma, eye damage or loss, traumatic brain injury, abdominal hemorrhage, and middle ear damage. Other injuries can include shrapnel wounds, fractures, amputations, burns, crush injuries, and damage to the internal organs. Explosion injuries can be life-threatening and can impact a person for life. Blast lung is the most common cause of death, though the severe trauma associated with explosions can result in a range of injuries that can be life-altering or result in death.
Burn injuries can be disfiguring and painful. Depending on the severity of the burn, victims may need skin grafts, amputations, and plastic or reconstructive surgery. The psychological trauma of a burn injury can be especially devastating because of the pain of these injuries, the long recovery time, and the disfiguring nature of these injuries.
If you or a loved one was hurt in an offshore oil rig accident and suffered a burn or explosion injury, you may be entitled to seek damages under the law. Stag Liuzza are drilling rig accident lawyers in New Orleans, Louisiana who work closely with victims and families to help them seek the damages they may deserve under the law. You may only have a limited amount of time to make a claim or to seek justice. Contact our firm today to protect your rights and to learn more.
Why Choose Stag Liuzza As Your Personal Injury Lawyers?
Stag Liuzza is a nationally recognized trial law firm with decades of experience handling complex personal injury litigation. We take on powerful companies and insurance carriers and fight for individuals who need strong legal advocacy.
When you work with our firm, you benefit from:
- Proven experience handling serious injury cases
- Thorough investigations backed by expert testimony
- Strategic, evidence-driven case development
- Clear communication and client-focused representation
- No upfront costs since we work on a contingency basis
We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which strengthens our position in negotiations and helps drive meaningful results.
Results That Speak
In March 2024, 3M finalized a settlement of up to $12.5 billion for U.S. public water suppliers to address PFAS contamination. The agreement covers water systems with current or future detections of "forever chemicals," with funds supporting testing, filtration, and infrastructure improvements.
Jury verdict for property owners whose land was contaminated with radioactive materials from oil and gas operations.
Verdict for pipeyard worker who contracted lung cancer from exposure to Radium-226 and other radioactive materials.
Settlement for commercial auto injury case involving a large insurance company.
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Meet the Team
With decades of combined experience in environmental law, toxic torts, and complex litigation, Stag Liuzza's attorneys have the expertise to take on the most challenging cases.
Michael G. Stag
CEO & Managing PartnerOver $16 billion in settlements and more than $1 billion in jury verdicts recovered for clients. Pioneered the field of oilfield cleanup litigation. Appointed by judges to leadership for several nationwide litigations.
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Ashley M. Liuzza
COO & PartnerAppointed co-lead class counsel in major environmental cases. Extensive PFAS litigation experience. Helps people who developed meningioma as a result of being prescribed Depo-Provera.
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Merritt Cunningham
PartnerLeads the pharmaceutical and medical device division. Extensive MDL and mass tort experience. Represents thousands of firefighters harmed by PFAS exposure.
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Matthew D. Rogenes
PartnerPartner and trial lawyer. Trial and settlement experience in trucking cases and maritime personal injury. Recently recovered over $20 million for clients.
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