Unfortunately, working at an oil and gas company like Valero is risky. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration enforces safety regulations to help companies like Valero keep work environments safe, but they don’t always meet the standard. It’s common for companies in the industry to cut corners to save money, even when it jeopardizes their employee’s safety. When workers are hurt by negligence, the Valero Energy accident attorneys at Arnold & Itkin hold companies accountable for it.
Our firm helps injured workers recover the compensation they rightfully deserve. If you or a loved one were injured during a Valero Energy accident, contact our Valero Energy accident attorneys today for a free consultation: (888) 493-1629.
Valero Energy Company Accidents
Since 2000, Valero Energy Company has been fined almost $1 billion in environmental and workplace safety violations. Valero has had a difficult time adhering to OSHA guidelines, which has led to numerous Valero employees getting killed or seriously injured.
- Incidents at the Valero Port Arthur Refinery (2007)
Numerous accidents took place in the Port Arthur refinery in 2007 alone. For example, there were three major accidents between July and August. At the beginning of July, the refinery discharged 400 gallons of gasoline onto a dock. Later that same month, the refinery released hydrogen sulfide into the air that sent nearly 40 people to the hospital. In the beginning of August, a 20-foot pipe exploded and caused a fire. - Nitrogen Asphyxiation Accident (2005)
A tragic accident occurred when two workers were asphyxiated inside a nitrogen-filled confined space. This incident could have been prevented with better hazard awareness training and proper confined space procedure. The workers were injured while they were reinstalling a large pipe elbow on the top of a pressure vessel. - Worker Dies in Valero Plant (2011)
A contract worker died during an accident at the Valero Energy St. Charles refinery in Norco, LA. The incident took place on the refinery’s millisecond catalytic cracking unit that was shut down at the time. The workers were doing some grinding work on an elevated piece of equipment. The contract worker was killed by exposure to hydrogen sulfide, a toxic gas.
Common Injuries Caused by Rig Accidents
Accidents often occur within the oil and gas industry due to the risks of the job—many of which are the company’s responsibility. Since workers use heavy machinery while moving around hazardous chemicals, injuries that occur in oil and gas sites tend to be catastrophic. If you were injured while working on a drilling rig and you are looking for a way to rebuild your life, we may be able to help you.
Our Valero Energy Accident Claim Attorneys Can Help
Arnold & Itkin has helped injured Valero workers recover the compensation they rightfully deserve. We understand how overwhelming it can be after an accident, which is why our legal team workers tirelessly to ensure that workers have the financial support they need to take care of themselves and their families. Our attorneys have recovered billions of dollars on behalf of our clients. We may be able to help you too.
If you or a loved one have suffered injuries in a Valero Energy accident, contact our Valero Energy accident attorneys today for a free case review: (888) 493-1629.
