Posted in Fracking, Oil Refinery Law on August 25, 2016

Drilling for oil involves breaking through layers of the earth’s surface to reach deposits of hydrocarbons. Drilling takes place onshore below the subsoil of the earth and offshore below the earth’s seabed. Onshore drilling Onshore drilling is done on land and not over water. The rigs are moved in by ground transportation and many times… read more

Posted in Oil Refinery Law, Work Site Injury, Wrongful Death on August 18, 2016

Working on an oil rig is one of the most dangerous jobs, and workers are exposed to a number of hazards every day. Oil rig workers face hazards from basic structural and environmental hazards to those associated with the chemicals they use to do their jobs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that working on… read more

Posted in Helicopter Accidents on August 11, 2016

Just like anything flying in the sky, weather has a major impact on how a helicopter handles its flight. Bad weather conditions can jeopardize the safety of a helicopter, so it’s important for pilots to be aware of the conditions. A safe flight requires good weather conditions, but weather can change quickly, so it is… read more

Posted in Driving Safety, Semi-Truck Accidents on August 4, 2016

As summer temperatures continue to go up, the heat often creates problems for semi truck drivers. The summer can be a tough season for both the driver and the truck, so it is important to be aware of the problems heat creates and how to prevent it from causing accidents. How to beat the heat… read more