OIL SPILL INJURY
HOUSTON PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER
Whether you were injured, can no longer work, or lost a loved one as the result of an oil spill, the Houston oil spill lawyers at Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law can help. Our firm been in business for more than 25 years, and we know the law.
RISK TO THE PUBLIC
When an oil spill occurs, such as the BP Gulf Coast oil spill, toxic chemicals are dumped into our oceans and can surface on land. These toxic chemicals can be harmful to individuals who are exposed to them.
Some of the harmful effects of oil exposure can include:
- benzene exposure
- contamination of food sources
- toxic shock
- water and property pollution
RISK TO OFF-SHORE WORKERS
Off-shore workers are covered by legislative acts, such as the Jones Act, but navigating the complicated legal process can be difficult to handle alone. Dangerous and unsafe working conditions can cause long-term personal injuries to oil-rig workers.
Workers may be at risk for:
- head injuries
- hearing loss
- PTSD
- severe burns
- wrongful death
If you were injured while working on an oil rig, you may be entitled to compensation. Find out how our Houston oil spill lawyers can help—call (800) 444-5000 or complete a FREE initial consultation form.
