Practice Area

Oil Field Accidents

The oilfield accident team at YLAW provides decades of experience focused on the investigation and defense of all manner of oilfield injury and death claims. Our attorneys can provide engage a rapid response to any scene in New Mexico, no matter how remote, including bringing the best experts needed to perform a thorough and protected investigation.

Specifically, YLAW has experience defending matters involving hoisting equipment failures, delamination of fiberglass sucker rods, unexpected pressure releases, hazardous atmospheres, unsecured power tongs, fires and explosions caused by hot work, and other contractual liability and span of control issues common in oilfield cases. Our team also responds to catastrophic property damage fires such as those caused by hydrocarbons present during flowback operations, tank deflagration, and faulty equipment. We understand the nuances of the oilfield industry and can effectively communicate with all individuals involved in an accident.

Finally, we regularly interpret risk indemnity clauses contained in Master Service Agreements in the context of the New Mexico Oilfield and Construction Anti-Indemnity statutes.