Knowledgeable Oil Rig Injury Lawyer Serving Fargo, North Dakota

The bustling oil fields of the Williston Basin, near Fargo, are pivotal in powering our nation. Yet, they are also sites where North Dakota oil field workers face significant risks every day. Accidents occur all the time in this demanding and hazardous environment.

These accidents range from motor vehicle crashes to incidents involving defective machinery and even fires and explosions. The physical and emotional toll on oil field workers can be enormous, including catastrophic injuries or even fatalities. If you have suffered an injury in such an environment, then it is crucial to understand your rights and the support available to you.

I am Jeff Weikum, an experienced oil rig injury lawyer. With extensive experience in both personal injury and workers’ compensation law, I am dedicated to supporting oil field workers in Fargo, across North Dakota and in the surrounding states. If you need legal guidance or wish to discuss your case, I invite you to reach out to my firm, Weikum Injury Law, for a free consultation by calling 701-354-2702 or emailing me.

You Could Have A Third-Party Claim On Top Of Workers’ Comp

Working on an oil rig involves exposure to numerous hazards that can lead to severe injuries, such as broken bones, burns, spinal injuries, brain injuries and, in tragic cases, wrongful death. While workers’ compensation may provide some relief for these injuries, it often does not cover all expenses and losses.

However, if someone who isn’t your co-worker or employer caused your injury – such as a worker from another company, a negligent landowner or a faulty equipment manufacturer – you might have a third-party (non-workers’ comp) claim against the responsible party. This claim is crucial, as it can offer additional compensation beyond what workers’ comp provides, such as full wage replacement and compensation for your pain and suffering.

To determine whether you have a viable third-party claim, it is essential to conduct a detailed investigation into the circumstances of your accident. This process involves gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses and analyzing the safety protocols that were in place at the time of the incident.

I will meticulously handle this investigative process. My goal will be to uncover any acts of negligence or breaches of safety regulations that contributed to your injury. By establishing liability beyond your employer, you and I may be able to pursue a level of compensation that fully reflects the gravity of your injuries and losses.

As your dedicated oil rig injury lawyer, I can handle both your workers’ comp claim and any third-party personal injury claims you may choose to pursue. I have substantial experience with both workers’ comp and personal injury claims.

What If You Have A Third-Party Claim?

Having represented numerous oil field workers for more than 25 years, I have developed a deep understanding of the complexities involved in these cases.

My approach is tailored to combatting the strategies employed by powerful opponents, such as national oil companies and their insurers. With access to top-notch expert witnesses – from internationally recognized engineering experts to leading medical professionals – I will be equipped to re-create the accident scenario and build a compelling case aimed at showing that you should receive the maximum compensation.

In third-party claims, where liability often extends beyond an individual’s direct employer to other entities responsible for their safety and well-being on the jobsite, it’s crucial to have a seasoned attorney who can navigate the intricate legal landscape. Whether it involves faulty equipment manufacturers, negligent contractors or oversight failures by regulatory bodies, I will pursue all avenues to uncover and hold accountable all parties responsible for your injuries.

I will be committed to securing full, comprehensive compensation that covers all your needs during your recovery and beyond. In a serious oil field accident, you could be facing a variety of long-term necessities, including:

• Hospitalization
• Rehabilitation
• Physical and occupational therapy
• Psychological counseling
• Assistive devices and technology
• Chronic pain management

Your injury settlement will need to ensure that you have access to these longer-term treatments as long as you need them. It should also reflect any long-term disability you may have developed.

Securing this compensation often includes tackling tough negotiations and, if necessary, taking your fight to court. I understand the financial and emotional toll that injuries can take on not only you but also your family. Therefore, I strive to attain compensation for medical expenses and lost wages as well as damages related to pain and suffering, emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life.

Your case deserves a thorough investigation and aggressive representation to ensure that you get the justice you deserve. At Weikum Injury Law, I stand ready to support you with experience, compassion and relentless advocacy.

Some Fargo Area Hospitals

Should you require immediate medical attention following an oil rig injury in the Fargo area, here are some key health care facilities:

• Essentia Health-Fargo
  3000 32nd Ave. S.
  Fargo, North Dakota 58103
  Phone: 701-364-8000
• Sanford Medical Center in Fargo (Level 1 trauma center)
  5225 23rd Ave. S.
  Fargo, North Dakota 58104
  Phone: 701-417-2000

These hospitals are equipped to provide immediate and comprehensive care for various injuries associated with oil field accidents.

Get The Help You Deserve. Contact Me For A Free Consultation.

Dealing with the aftermath of an oil rig injury can be overwhelming. You do not have to face this alone. I am standing by to provide skilled legal representation and compassionate guidance. My goal will be taking on your legal burdens so that you can focus on recovering physically.

Contact Weikum Injury Law today at 701-354-2702 or via email to arrange your free consultation with an oil rig injury lawyer. I will listen to your story, help you determine whether you have a third-party personal injury claim and pursue that claim along with your workers’ compensation claim.