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Oilfield accidents are among the most severe and life-altering events in the workplace, often leading to catastrophic injuries or fatalities. The hazardous nature of the oil and gas industry makes understanding liability essential for obtaining the compensation and justice victims deserve. Since 2001, Rodriguez & Associates has been dedicated to providing compassionate and results-oriented…

California is the third largest oil-producing state in the union. Kern and Ventura counties are home to most of that oil production. Oilfield workers often work in potentially dangerous environments, around hazardous substances, and with dangerous heavy equipment. When someone is involved in an accident in an oilfield, they typically have significant injuries. Founder…

Oil companies are responsible for maintaining a safe working environment for their employees. When preventable injuries occur on the job site, hiring an experienced oilfield accident attorney can be your best option to obtain maximum workers’ compensation. At Rodriguez & Associates, our oilfield accident attorneys can help you navigate the challenging process of filing…

As an oilfield worker, your job is one of the most challenging, yet indispensable, occupations contributing to the fueling of the world’s economies. While you labor tirelessly to make sure our homes are heated and our vehicles run, it is crucial to know the duties your employer owes you, particularly in the event of…

Despite available safety equipment and extensive operational regulations, negligence and lack of training continue to contribute to serious oilfield accidents. Workers are not only exposed to the dangerous nature of volatile elements but also face completely avoidable hazards that stem from working conditions. One of the top oil production states, California oilfields provide many…

Oilfield workers face considerable health and safety concerns due to the nature of their jobs. The number of inexperienced workers, the use of heavy equipment, powerful machinery, and volatile liquids and gasses all contribute to a hazardous work environment, but one that has become essential to California’s economy. Accidents experienced on an oilfield are…

The types of accidents that occur in an oilfield are often unexpected and catastrophic. Understanding the best way to handle an emergency and seek both physical and legal help is essential to your well-being and future. Daniel Rodriguez, founder and president of Rodriguez & Associates, has firsthand experience working in the oilfield of Kern…

The oil extraction industry has become known as one of the most dangerous occupational fields. Workers are constantly exposed to conditions that require heightened awareness and attentiveness due to operating heavy machinery, handling chemicals, and working amid unstable environmental conditions. Federal and private organizations have been implementing and enforcing safety regulations for decades, yet…

An oilfield blowout is an uncontrolled release of liquid, usually consisting of oil, water, and gas due to built-up pressure in an oil well. There are a series of tools and tactics that can be employed to prevent a blowout, but accidents still occur, causing tremendous potential damage, injury, and loss of life. How…

The oil production industry brings in a substantial number of jobs and millions in revenue to California’s local and state economies every year. Bakersfield has become known as the oilfield capital of California with the surrounding area of Kern County accounting for nearly 70% of the state’s oil and about 1% of global oil…